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HOUSEKEEPER (17 HOUR) MULTIPLE POSITIONS)

University of Rhode Island

Job Description

Posting Number

CS02193

Job Title

HOUSEKEEPER (17 HOUR) MULTIPLE POSITIONS)

Position Number

TBD

Pay Rate

$20.70 - $22.15 per hour

Pay Grade Level

Grade 310

Position Type

Classified Civil Service Staff

Union

C94/L528 - Council 94/Local 528 (Serv/Maint)

Status

Calendar Year, Part-time, Permanent, Limited

Restriction or Limitation Reason

Leave to Protect Status, Funding

End Date of Restriction or Limitation

Some positions are permanent and some may be limited due to funding and/or to “Leave to protect status”.

Department

Custodial Services

Contact(s)

Karen Healey, MS
Specialist, Talent Acquisition
Office of Human Resource Administration
80 Lower College Road
Kingston, RI 02881

Contact Phone/Extension

401-874-5267

Contact Email

karen_healey@uri.edu

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)

Campuswide – May be required to work in any Kingston campus administrative, academic or athletic building (s).

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.

Environmental Conditions

This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Work Hours

Positions may start at 5:00am and will also include a weekend day.

Work hours and days off will also vary according to work load and what is established with the department manager.

Posting Date

10/02/2025

Closing Date

10/31/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

THERE ARE NO BENEFITS OFFERED WITH THESE POSITIONS.

A pre-employment criminal background report and physical examination are required for the successful applicant. Both of these requirements will be paid for by the University.

This position is considered “essential staff” in accordance with the Adverse Weather Policy.

University of Rhode Island is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Quicklink for Posting

https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/15760

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