Housekeeper - Real Estate
Listed on 2026-08-08
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Maintenance/Cleaning
Cleaning Services, Janitor
Position Summary Location
ST. LOUIS, MO 63130
Scheduled Hours40
Position SummaryPosition is responsible for the cleanliness of assigned areas, offices, building facilities or other residential space associated with a business unit for WashU.
Job Description PrimaryDuties & Responsibilities
- Daily responsibilities include the cleaning of areas such as entryways, restrooms, other common areas, including stairwells, hallways, laundry areas, etc. and, as determined by your business unit, occupied or vacant residential units, dining facilities or other building space. This includes, but is not limited to, dusting, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, wiping down flat surfaces, cleaning glass, taking out trash, replacing linens or other supplies, and other custodial/housekeeping duties as assigned.
Frequency of housekeeping duties may also fluctuate with the academic year. - Daily communication with housekeeping supervisor is crucial to relay any issues associated with an assignment, a building or space, occupant concerns, or other building needs including supplies and equipment.
- Report noticeable maintenance issues to your immediate supervisor or other designated contact; report any suspicious person to Campus Police; follow the rules and regulations of WashU in St. Louis.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Job Location/Working Conditions
- Will be working in scattered site ‘off-campus’ buildings.
- Occasional seasonal weekend shifts may be required.
- Frequently bends, kneels and squats throughout the day.
- Requires candidates to be on their feet most of the day.
- Must be physically fit and capable of lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs. to waist level.
- Some exposure to dust/allergens, and use of various cleaning agents/chemicals.
Required Qualifications
A diploma, certification or degree is not required.
Certifications/Professional LicensesNo specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
Work ExperienceNo specific work experience is required for this position.
SkillsNot Applicable
Driver's LicenseA Class E (MO) or Class D (IL) license and a good driving record are required for this position.
Preferred Qualifications More About This Job- Self-motivated person that can take direction, however, works independently and strives to achieve very high personal and departmental standards.
Preferred Qualifications
No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Certifications/Professional LicensesNo additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Work ExperienceNo additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
SkillsOral Communications, Self Motivation, Working Independently, Written Communication
GradeG03-H
Salary Range$15.25 - $20.77 / Hourly
The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
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All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
Pre-Employment ScreeningAll external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or…
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