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HOUSEKEEPER

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University of Rhode Island

Kingston, PA (In Person)

$44,573 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 3 weeks ago (Updated 3 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/2/2026

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Job Description

HOUSEKEEPER
University of Rhode Island, United States about 11 hours ago
Location:
Kingston, PENNSYLVANIA
Deadline:
11 May 2026 Posting Details Position Information Posting Number CS02249 Job Title
HOUSEKEEPER
Position Number 1208 FTE FLSA Pay Rate Salary Range $43,074 - $46,072 Pay Grade Level Grade 310 Position Type Classified Civil Service Staff Union
C94/L528
- Council 94/Local 528 (Serv/Maint) Status Calendar Year, Full-time, Limited Restriction or Limitation Reason Leave to Protect Status End Date of Restriction or Limitation Limited until 12/28/2026 due to "Leave to Protect Status" Department Information Department Custodial Services Contact(s) Karen G. Healey, MS Specialist, Talent Acquisition Office of Human Resource Administration 80 Lower College Road Kingston, RI 02881 Contact Phone/Extension 401-874-5267 Contact karen_healeyuri Physical Demands At time of appointment must be physically qualified to perform assigned duties as evidenced by a physician's certificate. Campus Location Kingston Building(s) FLOAT —
CAMPUSWIDE
— Required to work in any Kingston Campus administrative and/or classroom buildings. Grant Funded No Extension Contingent on Funding Date Extension Contingency Notes Duties and Responsibilities
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
To do cleaning, custodial and simple maintenance work at a university or college; to follow daily custodial standards and instructions; and to do related work as required.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Usually none.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED
To clean (sweep, strip, dust, scrub, mop, wash or vacuum), polish or wax floors, carpets, walls, windows, woodwork, furniture and equipment in all university or college buildings, including offices, dining rooms, kitchens, bathrooms, rest rooms, showers, residence halls, athletic facilities, guest rooms, public spaces, conference rooms, laboratories and classrooms, corridors, entrances, exterior walkways, and building fixtures. To clean plumbing fixtures. To collect and dispose of trash, recyclables and other wastes. On occasion, to move, or assist in moving, office furniture and equipment. As directed, to spray and fumigate for insects, such as bees, ants, etc. To provide washrooms with soap, paper products and other necessary supplies. To observe and report unusual situations on property and grounds. To clean sidewalks and perform manual labor in connection with lawn and garden maintenance; to remove snow. To operate buffers, wet/dry vacuums and floor scrubbing machines, carpet extractors and pressure washers (with proper orientation). To wash and hang drapes, Venetian and vertical blinds; to wash, dry and fold towels. To collect, separate and dispose of recyclable materials. To participate in setting up equipment in all university or college facilities; to set up conference rooms in the configuration requested by groups. To report on safety issues and the need for maintenance repairs. To change incandescent and florescent lights. To wash interior and exterior windows. Under direction, may be assigned to access computerized inventory systems; to stock supply closets based on need. To clean and wash all industrial rubber matting. To receive and stock supplies in appropriate areas. To clean and maintain tools and equipment after use. To do related work as required. Required Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES
A working knowledge of the equipment, materials and methods used in cleaning and custodial work; the ability to understand and carry out simple directions; and related capacities and abilities.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
EDUCATION:
Such as may have been gained through: completion of eight school grades; and
EXPERIENCE
Such as may have been gained through: functioning in a capacity requiring the performance of basic cleaning and custodial tasks. Or, an combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience. Preferred Qualifications Environmental Conditions This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions. Work Hours 5:00 AM TO 1:30 PM —Tuesday through Saturday
Days Off:
Sunday & Monday Posting Date 05/01/2026 Closing Date 05/11/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants Full benefits are offered with this position. University of Rhode Island is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Quicklink for Posting jobs.uri/postings/16644

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