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Housekeeper - Swing Shift
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Please include up to 3 professional references in the application.An attached resume is optional.
Must be able to provide a copy of a valid driver's license.
May be subject to secondary security screening.
Posting Details
Work experience or education that is NOT included on the application will NOT be considered when screening your application. Please include ALL work experience and education on the application to ensure that you receive the appropriate credit toward qualification for this position.
Position Summary Information| Classification Title | Building Environmental Services Technician (Building Services) |
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| Working Title | Housekeeper - Swing Shift |
| Location | Boone, NC |
| Job Category | 8 |
| Position Number | 062621 |
| Not Eligible for Visa Sponsorship | VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S |
| Department | University Recreation - 360000 |
| Primary Purpose of Position | This Housekeeper – Swing Shift position is one of 8 housekeeping positions in UREC. The position is primarily responsible for daily cleaning and sanitizing of UREC facilities to include the Student Recreation Center, Quinn Center, Mt. Mitchell Fitness Center, State Farm Fields Restroom Facility, Broadstone Park Facilities, and the Bike App Trailer. Additionally, this position will provide support to UREC programs and services through event setup and breakdown as well as supporting the maintenance staff both inside and outside the facilities. During winter weather, snow/ice removal will need to be performed as needed to entrances and walkways of the facilities. |
| Minimum Qualifications | Some knowledge of cleaning procedures, ability to follow instructions and to perform medium to heavy physical work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Special certification may be required for some of these positions.- |
| License/Certification Required | |
| Essential Job Functions | This position is primarily a housekeeping position. General duties include;
Additionally, the position will assist with snow/ice removal in winter. |
| Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position |
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| Preferred Qualifications | Experience as a housekeeper/custodian in an educational or health care environment. Experience operating floor maintenance equipment. Ability to work within team and individual settings. Ability to obtain any certifications required. |
| Required Functional Competencies to Successfully Perform Job Duties. |
Knowledge-Technical: Operates standard commercial floor equipment. Refinishes all tile and terrazzo floors by minor cleaning and spray buffing/waxing or stripping/waxing during schools breaks or as directed by immediate supervisor. Performs outside cleaning of windows using heavy cleaning equipment. Spot cleans carpet using carpet cleaning machine. Cleans the interior and exterior of buildings, using the appropriate cleaning solutions. Maintains an inventory of cleaning materials, supplies and equipment to ensure appropriate levels needed to perform work. Safety and Health Compliance: Attends, Blood Borne Pathology Training (yearly) and other scheduled safety related training. Wears PPE as directed by chemical directions and SOP and Departmental regulations. Communication: Listens to co-workers’ questions or self identifies questions that need answering and selects an appropriate person or written source to consult to get a workable answer that can allow for progress in accomplishing the job. |
| Type of Position | Permanent Full-Time |
| Staff/Non-Faculty | Staff/Non-Faculty |
| Appointment Type | 1.0 |
| Work Schedule/Hours | Wednesday thru Sunday 7:00am-4:00pm Days off are Monday and Tuesday Swing Shift employees are eligible for an additional 10% Shift Differential Pay |
| Number of Hours Per Week | 40 |
| Number of Months Per Year | 12 |
| Mandatory Staff | Yes |
| Physical Demands of Position | Position will require lifting of equipment of 50lbs or more during the daily work schedule, with or without reasonable accommodation. Physical effort will be heavy at times and general to moderate during most hours. Position requires a lot of time on your feet. |
| Overall Competency Level | Journey |
| Salary Grade Equivalency | GN03 |
| Salary Range | |
| Anticipated Hiring Range | $34,219 - $34,551 |
| Posting Date | 10/06/2026 |
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| Closing Date | 10/20/2026 |
| Competency Level Statement | If no applicants apply who meet the required competencies, then management may consider other applicants at a lower competency level. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | Please include up to 3 professional references in the application. An attached resume is optional. Must be able to provide a copy of a valid driver’s license. May be subject to secondary security screening. |
| Search Chair Name | Chris Bicking |
| Search Chair Email | [email protected] |
| Applicant Pool Preference | External (Post on the Web) |
| Quick Link | https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/55979 |
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| Posting Number | 201503049P |
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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Do you have housekeeping experience in an institutional setting? (Must be indicated on the application)
- Yes
- No
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How many months/years of experience in housekeeping?
- 0 -under 6 months
- 6 months-1 year
- 1-3 years
- 3-5 years
- 5+ years
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Do you have experience in operating floor maintenance equipment such as auto scrubber, high-speed buffer, carpet extractor?
- Yes
- No
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Why did you apply for this position?
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents Optional Documents- Resume
How to apply
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