Position Summary

Under direct supervision of the Associate Director for Housekeeping, it is the primary responsibility of the Housekeeper to clean and sanitize assigned areas, including both public and private locations managed by Housing, Dining & Conference Services. The Housekeeper will maintain the cleanliness including, but not limited to the restrooms, shower areas, lobbies, hallways, offices, conference areas, and other common spaces. Reports on equipment and supply needs, safeguarding assigned areas from unauthorized use and access, and reports on facilities repair needs. In addition, the incumbent performs specialized cleaning in preparing housing units for resident move-in and short-term guests.

Position Information

Clean and Sanitize Areas Identify and organize necessary work materials and equipment.

Operate and maintain appropriate hand and powered equipment and tools, supplies, and materials.

Clean and disinfect restrooms and replenish supplies, clean furniture and upholstery.

Sweep and mop floors, vacuum carpets, clean windows, clean stairwells, walkways, and elevators.

Surface care (dusting, sanitizing, glass/mirror/window cleaning, metal/wood polishing, clean light fixtures, blinds and draperies).

Waste removal (empty trash and recycle bins, transport trash and waste to proper disposal areas).

Clean out and prepare units for short-term guest and resident move-in through the turnover process.

Reporting facility repair needs and equipment and/or work material issues.

Safeguarding assigned areas from unauthorized use and access by locking and unlocking doors and windows.

Responding to cleaning emergencies. Lead Responsibilities Lead assigned staff and third-party contractors/vendors, providing direction, assistance, and training to ensure that deliverables are met.

Familiarize staff and contractors/vendors with the campus, including the location of buildings, staff, material/equipment provided, safe handling and work procedures, tasks to be performed, expectations for returning equipment and proper breakdown, and the sequence in which each group should enter units to perform their tasks.

Inspect items and offer improvement instructions as necessary, ensuring that both staff and contractors/vendors understand campus standards and supervisors' expectations for deliverables.

Communicate with the supervisor about daily deliverables and promptly relay any issues or concerns that may impact operations or the timeliness of completing the assigned work. Other Duties as Assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Ability to read and write at a level appropriate to the duties of the position; follow verbal and written instructions to ensure safety; operate and care for custodial equipment and supplies applicable to the position; use custodial systems such as those used to track work orders and two-way radios for communication; observe safety requirements and safe work practices and methods as required; perform work involving regular physical activity; and establish and maintain cooperative work relationships. Some positions may require ability to move up to 50 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications Must have a general knowledge of the methods, materials, chemicals and equipment used in custodial housekeeping services.

Minimum of two years demonstrated custodial or housekeeping experience.

Experience in hotel housekeeping positions.

Experience in property management turn process as a custodian/housekeeper.

Must be able to understand and verbally communicate in English. Required License/Certification

Possess a Valid unrestricted California Driver's License; comply with the Defensive Driver's Training program requirements if a vehicle is used on official business.

Fingerprinting is required for this position in compliance with Practice Directive 201.

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment.

Environmental/Physical/Special

Able to move up to 50 pounds is required. Position is required to wear uniform provided by the department and the ability to carry a department provided mobile phone and answer calls during the work schedule. May be required to work on weekends and/or holidays. Work schedule may change depending on the needs of the organization.

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