
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $30.00
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Standard Hours
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
employee wellness program
Training and Development
Employee Discounts
Job Description
George Mason University, located in Fairfax, VA, is the largest and most diverse university in Virginia and is committed to fostering an inclusive academic environment. The university serves a broad, multicultural population of students and faculty from all 50 states and over 135 countries, offering more than 200 degree programs across multiple campuses including Arlington, Fairfax, and Prince William. George Mason University values innovation, tradition, and diversity, providing a stimulating atmosphere where staff and students alike can thrive both personally and professionally. The Housing & Residence Life (HRL) department is a self-supporting auxiliary organization within the University Life unit of... Show More
Job Requirements
- Related work experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired
- General knowledge of cleaning terms and safety procedures related to hazardous cleaning chemicals
- Ability to read and follow cleaning instructions and schedules
- Ability to practice effective oral communication skills with students, faculty and staff
- Ability to read, understand and abide by all safety policies and procedures
- Ability to work independently, without close supervision
- Ability to remain calm during stress periods
- Command of the English language
Job Qualifications
- Related work experience providing comparable knowledge and abilities
- General knowledge of cleaning terms and safety procedures for hazardous chemicals
- Ability to read and follow cleaning instructions and schedules
- Effective oral communication skills with students, faculty, and staff
- Ability to understand and comply with safety policies and procedures
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to remain calm under stress
- Proficiency in English is required due to verbal communication and safety protocols
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Prior residential or hotel housekeeping experience preferred
- Experience using mechanical cleaning equipment preferred
- Bilingual abilities (English/Spanish) preferred.
Job Duties
- Clean, vacuum, and mop common areas, hallways, and stairwells in residential facilities
- Clean laundry rooms including mopping floors and wiping down machines
- Clean balconies and sidewalks in and around residence halls
- Clean bathrooms, remove trash daily, move and spot clean furniture, and shampoo carpets
- Clean student rooms during building transitions or student check-out
- Daily pick-up of exterior community grounds
- Clean selected offices and classrooms including desks, dusting, window ledges, windows, furniture, doors, vacuuming, white boards and emptying trash
- Make minor repairs to student room furniture
- Install window treatments and replace light bulbs
- Pick up and dispose of trash from residential buildings to designated trash collection locations
- Load and unload furniture and materials, transporting to designated locations using equipment
- Note and report items to supervisor needing repair or suspicious/unlawful items around the facility
- Report safety matters to supervisor
- Communicate need for additional cleaning supplies to Lead Housekeeper
- Maintain positive working relationships with department and campus community
- Follow all State, University and departmental policies and procedures
- Work essential shifts during severe weather
- Work on rotating basis to cover evenings and weekends
- Be subject to recall after hours for emergencies or special needs
- Perform snow and ice removal as directed
- Maintain punctuality and attendance
- Report accidents and submit reports
- Attend training and meetings as required
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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