Housekeeper Academic Year

About the Position

Housekeeper – Full Time, 40 hrs., Academic Year. Salary: $33,133–$35,440 plus $3,200 shift differential.

• Clean and maintain all university buildings, including sweep, strip, dust, scrub, mop, wash, vacuum, polish, and wax floors, carpets, walls, windows, furniture, and equipment.
• Clean plumbing fixtures and dispose of trash, recyclables, and other wastes.
• Move or assist in moving office furniture and equipment as needed.
• Spray and fumigate for insects where directed.
• Provide washrooms with soap, paper products, and other supplies.
• Observe and report unusual situations on property and grounds.
• Clean sidewalks and perform lawn and garden maintenance; remove snow.
• Operate buffers, wet/dry vacuums, floor scrubbing machines, carpet extractors, and pressure washers.
• Wash and hang drapes, blinds; wash, dry, and fold towels.
• Collect, separate and dispose of recyclable materials.
• Set up equipment and conference rooms as requested.
• Report safety issues and maintenance needs.
• Change incandescent and fluorescent lights.
• Wash interior and exterior windows.
• Stock supply closets based on inventory needs.
• Clean and maintain tools and equipment after use.

• Working knowledge of cleaning equipment, materials, and procedures.
• Ability to understand and carry out simple directions.
• Education equivalent to completion of eight school grades.
• Experience performing basic cleaning and custodial tasks.

• None specified.

Sunday, Monday, Thursday: 2:00 pm – 12:30 am;
Friday: 11:30 am – 10:00 pm;
Academic year:
August 9, 2026 – May 15, 2027.

Full‑time position includes a generous benefits package: tuition waiver for candidate, spouse, and dependents; paid time off; paid state holidays; mandatory retirement plan; and additional benefits. Detailed benefits information available at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./.

URI is unwavering in its commitment to equal opportunity, community, equity, and diversity. All employment decisions, including hiring, are made without regard to protected status. Qualified individuals with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting the URI benefits office at 401‑874‑2416. For TTY assistance, contact R.I. Relay Services at 711.