Housekeeper, Maintenance​/Cleaning

please see special instructions for more details.

** eligibility for sign-on bonus** the selected candidate for this position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus. Qualified applicants must apply and be selected from the candidate pool of this posting and meet the state policy following requirements: to be eligible for a sign-on bonus, an individual must not have worked in a probationary, permanent, or time-limited appointment in the last 12 months as an employee in north carolina state government, including but not limited to the judicial system, state executive branch agencies, and the university system in a position subject to the state human resources act.

** eligibility for sign-on bonus** a newly hired permanent full time or permanent part-time (more than 20 hours a week) employee are eligible for a sign-on bonus (this will be prorated for employees working more than 20 hours and less than 40 hours per week). This shra sign-on bonus is contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire.

All recipients must sign the pay back agreement form. Additional information regarding the shra sign-on policy can be found https://oshr.nc.gov/policies/sign-and-retention-bonus-policy.

department

career area housekeeping and general services

is this an internal only recruitment?

no

posting open date

posting open date 08/11/2026

Final date to receive applications

Final date to receive applications 09/22/2026

position type

position type permanent staff (shra)

position title

salary grade equivalent

salary grade equivalent nc01 / gn02

position number

vacancy  p021280

full-time/part-time permanent/time-limited full-time permanent

full-time/part-time permanent/time-limited full-time permanent

this position is not eligible for h-1b sponsorship.

one of the best college towns and best places to live in the united states, chapel hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

university employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. Unc
-chapel hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

primary purpose of organizational unit

housekeeping services is comprised of a staff of more than 400 employees who provide cleaning service and floor care to more than 40,000 campus customers in the maintenance and operation of the university’s 18 million plus square feet over 300 teaching, research, medical, administrative, residential, athletic and library buildings. Housekeeping services is committed to fostering a culture of civility and respect for its diverse workforce as part of its commitment to being a leading building and environment services organization within a leading public institution.

** sign
-on bonus of $3,120 is available for the successful applicant of this position paid in 2 installments within 12 months of hire : $1,560 within 30 days of hire date & $1,560 12 months after hire date .** the position provides daily routine and detail cleaning of campus building interior and exterior areas, including but not limited to offices, lounges, restrooms, student housing, classrooms, laboratories, entrances, exits, and stairways.

General duties include vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, dusting, and trash removal. Porter assignments may include routine/detail cleaning of assigned work area, as well as, coverage for a broader range of buildings. Work assignments include cleaning or policing public areas (such as refreshing restrooms or cleaning after events), monitor and inventory supplies and perform emergency requests or other project assignments campus-wide, as assigned by supervisor.

demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Some knowledge of cleaning procedures, ability to follow instructions and to perform medium to heavy physical work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Note : some positions may require special licenses or certification.

ability to provide daily routine and detailed cleaning of assigned campus building interior and exterior areas including but not limited to offices, lounges, restrooms,…