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Temple University

Overnight Housekeepers (Service Staff IV)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $20.91
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Work Schedule

On-call
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Personal Days
Tuition remission
Retirement Plan

Job Description

Temple University is a comprehensive public research university located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Established in 1884, the university has grown to become a significant educational institution offering a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs. With its commitment to academic excellence, diversity, and community engagement, Temple University serves a large and diverse student body, fostering a dynamic and inclusive learning environment. The university prides itself on its strong research initiatives, innovative teaching methods, and extensive campus facilities, making it a notable center for education and development in the region.

Within Temple University, the Service Operations Department is dedicated t... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Must have at least one year housekeeping experience in a business environment
  • Must have adequate reading and writing skills
  • Must be able to stand for long durations of time
  • Must be able to walk and bend frequently
  • Must be willing to work in very damp locations
  • Must provide on-call service to the University as needed
  • Must be able to work with general cleaning chemicals and solutions

Job Qualifications

  • At least one year housekeeping experience in a business environment
  • Ability to perform general housekeeping duties such as cleaning, mopping, and emptying trash cans
  • Adequate reading and writing skills
  • Ability to stand for long durations of time
  • Ability to walk and bend frequently
  • Ability to work in damp locations
  • Ability to use general cleaning chemicals and solutions safely

Job Duties

  • Perform general housekeeping duties including cleaning classrooms, kitchens, offices, corridors, and stairways
  • Operate floor maintenance equipment such as power machines for stripping, refinishing, waxing, and buffing floors
  • Clean and maintain washroom fixtures and surfaces
  • Clean study corrals, glassware, labs, lecture halls, lounges, recreational areas, fitness centers, pool areas, game rooms, and TV lounges
  • Mop floors using wet and dry mops and floor machines when needed
  • Clean walls, stairways, furniture, and equipment
  • Provide on-call service during critical and emergency events
  • Perform other related duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location