Special Projects Lead Housekeeper

Special Projects Lead Housekeeper

Department: University Life

Classification: Housekeeping & Apparel Wkr 2

Job Category: Classified Staff

Job Type: Full‑Time

Schedule: 1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk (Full‑time)

Location: Fairfax, VA (On Site Required)

Salary: Starting high $40k; commensurate with education and experience

Restricted: Yes

Background Checks: Criminal Background Check – Yes, Motor Vehicle Records Check – Yes

Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must hold an active, valid driver's license that satisfies university requirements and will be subject to Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) review. Minor or major driving violations may affect eligibility.

• Leadership:
  • Oversees work performance of assigned Special Projects Housekeepers to ensure cleaning services and special projects are completed to department‑defined standards.
  • Maintains quality standards for non‑routine cleaning and emergencies.
  • Responds to student concerns/requests and takes action to resolve them, including timely follow‑up.
  • Provides corrective instruction or re‑training when team members perform below standards; conducts on‑the‑job training as needed.
  • Ensures proper supply control guidelines are followed and staff are trained in use of all chemicals and equipment; monitors safety and ensures proper PPE use.
  • Verifies equipment operates per manufacturer’s guidelines; submits equipment repair requests when needed.
  • Instructs and assists Housekeepers from Special Projects and other teams in cleaning procedures, techniques, cleaning problems, and use of new methods and products.
  • Ensures custodial closets are organized, products labeled and stocked to support custodial and special projects duties.
  • Reports supply and maintenance needs; disseminates instructions from managers to the housekeeping group.
• Special Projects Housekeeping:
  • Performs a variety of semi‑skilled manual duties requiring a basic understanding of techniques, tools, equipment, and safety precautions; includes operation of carpet extractor.
  • Picks up and delivers supplies in Housing and Residence Life (HRL) facilities.
  • Makes minor repairs to student room furniture and installs window treatments.
  • Picks up and disposes of trash from residential buildings.
  • Loads and unloads furniture and other materials; transports to designated locations using equipment as needed.
  • Reports items requiring repair or any suspicious or unlawful items to supervisor.
• Custodial Services:
  • Clears common areas, hallways, and stairwells.
  • Maintains laundry rooms, mopping floors and wiping machines.
  • Cleans balconies and sidewalks around residence halls.
  • Cleans bathrooms, completes daily trash removal, spot‑cleans furniture, shampoos carpets, and stripes, waxes, and buffs floors.
  • Cleans student rooms during building transitions or checkout, including furniture, windows, ledges, doors, and closets.
  • Cleans select offices and classrooms (desks, dusting, windows, whiteboards, trash).
• Groundskeeping:
  • Maintains cleanliness of residential grounds, walks, and drives.
  • Assists in preparing grounds for special events.
  • Receives reports from Special Projects Housekeepers and addresses necessary services and repairs.
  • Coordinates repairs with the Neighborhood Facilities Manager.
  • Performs de‑icing and snow removal using chemical and mechanical tools per safety guidelines.
  • Performs highly physical outdoor work in all weather, using appropriate cold‑weather gear.
• Unit & Division Support/Service:
  • Considered essential employee for HRL during severe weather and after‑hour emergencies; subject to recall.
  • Required to work rotating shifts for evening and weekend coverage.
  • Reports safety matters to the appropriate supervisor.
  • Provides effective service to students and the campus community, establishing relationships internally and externally.
  • Follows all state, university, and departmental policies, procedures, and practices.
  • Prompts accidents reporting and submits accident reports.
  • Attends scheduled shifts, notifies supervisor of time‑off, meets deadlines, and is punctual.
  • Participates in training sessions, meetings, and initiatives to stay connected with divisional and institutional priorities.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

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