"Housekeeper"

Job Details

Job summary

Gardner-Webb University is looking for a diligent and reliable housekeeper to maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe environment across campus buildings. The ideal candidate will be responsible for a wide range of cleaning and custodial duties, working both independently and as part of a team to ensure the highest standards of cleanliness for students, staff, and visitors. Several positions are now available.

Responsibilities

• Perform all-purpose cleaning and janitorial duties, including sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, vacuuming, and dusting of floors, walls, and other surfaces.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms and fixtures, replenish supplies, and remove waste daily.
• Service specific facilities such as academic buildings, administrative offices, athletic areas, and residential halls.
• During academic breaks and turnover periods, perform deep cleaning of student residences and common areas, which may include carpet shampooing, window washing, and moving furniture.
• Remove trash, recycling, and other debris from all buildings and outside entryways.
• Operate and maintain a variety of cleaning equipment, such as vacuum cleaners, floor buffers, and carpet extractors.
• Assist with the setup and breakdown of tables, chairs, and other equipment for special campus events.
• Unlock and secure buildings at designated times, and respond to requests or emergencies as needed.
• Report any damages, maintenance issues, or safety hazards to a supervisor.
• Follow all health, safety, and security policies, including the proper use and storage of cleaning chemicals.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in a custodial or housekeeping role, preferred.

Skills and abilities

• Attention to detail: The ability to notice and correct small imperfections and maintain a high standard of cleanliness.
• Time management: Capable of prioritizing tasks and working efficiently to a schedule.
• Physical stamina: The ability to perform physically demanding work, including standing for long periods, bending, stooping, lifting, and carrying items up to 25 pounds. Be able to travel up to four flights of stairs carrying cleaning supplies and equipment
• Independent work: The ability to follow instructions and work effectively with limited supervision
• Communication: Good communication skills to interact professionally with students, staff, and faculty.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. Candidates should complete the application, include a résumé, and names and contact information for at least three professional references with their submission.

Gardner-Webb University (gardner-webb.edu) is a coeducational, residential, private, historically Baptist, Christian institution, located in Boiling Springs, North Carolina with easy access to Charlotte, Asheville, and Greenville-Spartanburg. The University offers 80+ undergraduate and graduate degree programs to approximately 3,000 students. GWU is a Carnegie-classified Doctoral/Professional University. In 2023, Gardner-Webb was home to students from 93 counties in North Carolina, 44 US states, and 43 foreign countries. GWU is a NCAA Division I institution with 22 athletic teams and 460 student-athletes.