Housekeeper

Posting Details

Work experience or education that is NOT included on the application will NOT be considered when screening your application. Please include ALL work experience and education on the application to ensure that you receive the appropriate credit toward qualification for this position.

Position Summary Information

Classification Title
Building Environmental Services Technician (Housing Operations)

Working Title
Housekeeper

Location
Boone, NC

Job Category
8

Position Number
036111

Not Eligible for Visa Sponsorship

VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S

Department
University Housing-Operations - 325100

Primary Purpose of Position

The primary purpose of this position is to maintain all residence halls at a high level of cleanliness and sanitation. Housekeeping staff are responsible for the proper maintenance and appearance of residence hall public areas such as lobbies, lounges, hallways, stairwells and elevators. Housekeepers also clean and sanitize bathrooms, distribute supplies, sweep, mop and wax floors.

Minimum Qualifications

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.

License/Certification Required

Essential Job Functions

Duties include performing cleaning such as

• sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, dusting
• using environmentally preferred cleaning agents for cleaning and disinfecting
• vacuuming as well as operating floor maintenance equipment
• stripping and waxing floor as needed
• keeping work areas in a clean and orderly condition
• communicating with fellow workers, guests and students in a manner that allows work to be completed and insures harmony and teamwork in the workplace
• demonstrating knowledge of safety hazards
• Working as part of a team during summer cleaning in a variety of duties as listed above, and other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position

Ability to perform a variety of duties to include all aspects of cleaning such as

• dusting, sweeping, mopping,
• window cleaning,
• carpet cleaning,
• operation of floor maintenance equipment,
• stripping & waxing floors,
• trash removal,
• restroom sanitation,
• supply ordering, etc.

Basic computer skills such as communicating through email, ordering online supplies, submitting work order requests.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge, skills and abilities to perform a variety of duties including all aspects of

• cleaning, sweeping, mopping,
• trash removal,
• restroom sanitation, etc.

Basic computer skills to perform tasks such as email and supply ordering.
Experience in operating floor maintenance equipment such as auto scrubber, high speed buffer, carpet extractor.
Knowledge and experience in using a variety of cleaning products including "Green Cleaning" products.
Maintain a valid driver's license.

Required Functional Competencies to Successfully Perform Job Duties.

Knowledge/Technical: Cleans the interior and exterior of buildings using the appropriate cleaning solutions and equipment. Interpersonal Skills: Develops and maintains effective working relationships with others in order to encourage and support communication and teamwork. Customer Service: Respectfully listens and responds to customer, student, staff and faculty needs promptly. Communication: Listens to co-workers and/or guests questions or identifies questions that need answering.

Type of Position
Permanent Full-Time

Staff/Non-Faculty
Staff/Non-Faculty

Appointment Type
1.0

Work Schedule/Hours

Monday - Friday, 7am to 4pm; May require occasional evening and weekend work.

Number of Hours Per Week
40

Number of Months Per Year
12

Mandatory Staff
Yes

Physical Demands of Position

Job requires moderate to heavy physical work loads, some of which may be repetitive. Bending, stooping, twisting, etc. as well as climbing step ladders

Overall Competency Level
Journey

Salary Grade Equivalency

Salary Range

Anticipated Hiring Range
$33,540

Pay will be commensurate with applicant competencies, budget, equity and market considerations.

Posting Details Information

Posting Date
05/04/2026

Closing Date
05/17/2026

Competency Level Statement
Management will only consider applicants who meet the required competencies.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Search Chair Name
Kerry Hines

Search Chair Email
[email protected]

Applicant Pool Preference
External (Post on the Web)

Departmental Information

Quick Link
https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/54101

Posting Number
201502967P