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Yeshiva University

Housekeeper

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $24.64 - $25.13
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Day Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Tuition remission
Employee assistance program
Professional Development

Job Description

Yeshiva University is a prestigious institution dedicated to academic excellence, intellectual exploration, and the advancement of timeless values that shape and impact lives. Rooted deeply in Jewish thought and heritage, Yeshiva University fosters a dynamic and inclusive learning environment across its undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools. The university’s mission centers on cultivating the next generation of ethical leaders who contribute meaningfully to society through a strong commitment to innovation, ethics, and community service. With a diverse community of thousands of students, faculty, staff, and over 70,000 alumni across the globe, Yeshiva University offers a unique blend of tradition and modernity,... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma
  • One year of housekeeping experience
  • Ability to work the majority of the day walking, twisting, bending, pushing, and kneeling
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
  • Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and equipment
  • Ability to operate heavy machinery and equipment
  • Valid state-issued driver’s license preferred
  • Respirator fit testing may be required

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma
  • Minimum one year of housekeeping experience
  • Knowledge of various cleaning methods, materials, and equipment
  • Ability to operate heavy machinery such as BobCat, forklift, snow blowers, and plows
  • Ability to safely drive university vehicles
  • Knowledge of floor and carpet care including refinishing, scrubbing, burnishing, polishing, shampooing, and extraction

Job Duties

  • Clean restrooms including disinfecting basins, urinals, and toilet bowls
  • Monitor and replenish restroom supplies
  • Remove trash and recycle as needed
  • Perform periodic floor maintenance such as vacuuming, mopping, waxing, and buffing
  • Dust office furniture, vents, corridors, and staircases
  • Conduct snow removal using shovels and power equipment
  • Set up tables and chairs for events
  • Move furniture as required
  • Operate motor vehicle to transport garbage
  • Perform other work-related duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location