Location: Brunswick,ME, USA
Cleaner I
Posting Number S01329JP
Department FM - Housekeeping
Job Summary
The Cleaner I is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and condition standards of the Colleges buildings and immediate grounds. The Cleaner I performs a variety of housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in both residential and administrative settings. This entry-level position involves routine cleaning tasks and requires attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently to ensure a clean and safe environment for residents or occupants.
+ Perform general cleaning tasks, including dusting, sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors.
+ Clean and sanitize bathrooms, including toilets, sinks, showers, and countertops.
+ Clean and disinfect kitchen areas, including countertops, appliances, and sinks.
+ Empty trash receptacles and dispose of waste in accordance with established procedures.
+ Clean and polish mirrors, glass surfaces, and windows as needed.
+ Replenish cleaning supplies and notify supervisor of any shortages or equipment malfunctions.
+ Follow established cleaning schedules and procedures to ensure consistency and efficiency.
+ Report any maintenance issues or safety hazards to the supervisor promptly.
Pay, Benefits, and Perks:
+ Hourly rate for this position is $18/per hour (This role is eligible for overtime and shift differentials) and new employees in Housekeeping will receive a $500 Sign-Bonus ( paid at first check and paid after 90 days of eligibility requirements are met).
+ Health Plans (Effective on date of hire)
+ Vision and Dental Insurance
+ Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
+ $1,000 Employee Referral Program Bonus
+ Generous Retirement Plan 10.12% annual compensation contribution (Eligible after 1 year of service and age 26 )
+ Accrue up to 10 day of vacation (1st year), 15 days (2nd year)
+ Accrue up to 12 days of personal/sick time
+ Paid Holidays:
+ Paid Parental Leave (After 1 year)
+ Access to many of the Colleges facilities including the gym and pool (Including household)
+ Free wellness classes
+ And more:
Education/Skills Requirements
+ Some high school education.
+ Ability to read, write and understand the written word, and perform basic mathematical computations.
+ Demonstrated excellent customer service skills.
+ Ability to communicate and relate well with a variety of people both on and off campus.
+ Ability to work successfully both independently and in a team with minimum supervision.
+ Physical stamina and strength to perform repetitive tasks and lift/move heavy objects.
Preferred:
+ High School Diploma or GED
Experience Requirements and/or Equivalents
+ Minimum six months of related experience.
Preferred:
+ Previous experience in housekeeping, janitorial, or custodial work.
+ Basic knowledge of cleaning techniques, chemicals, and equipment.
Standard Work Days and Hours
+ Housekeeping schedules include: 5:00 am 1:30 pm.
+ This position is full-time year round, working 40 hours/52 weeks (1.0 FTE ).
+ Special events and coverage issues may necessitate overtime hours, including weekends and holidays.
+ Work assignments are reviewed and revised as necessary.
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About Bowdoin
Bowdoin embraces diversity in all forms, and the College is home to talented students, faculty and staffwith a variety of racial, ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds; religious beliefs; and gender identities, among other factors.
We encourage applications from candidates committed to the support of an inclusive campus community and those who will enrich and contribute to the Colleges multifaceted diversity. We value a community in which individuals of all backgrounds are warmly welcomed and encouraged to succeed.
Founded in 1794, Bowdoin has maintained its commitment to the liberal arts for well over 200 years. Bowdoins reputation as a preeminent liberal arts college rests on the excellence of its faculty, students, and staff; intimate size; strong sense of community; and connections to the people, history, and natural beauty of Maine.
Bowdoins campus is situated in a beautiful natural setting. Located in Brunswick, Maine, a town of approximately 20,000, the College is a short drive from the Maine coast, twenty-five miles from Portland and 120 miles from Boston.
Shift
Employment Category Full Time Year Round
FTE 1.00
Benefits Eligible Yes
Pay Type Hourly
Background Check Package Requirements Support Staff
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Bowdoin vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? No
Is a pre-placement physical required for this position? Yes
Posting Date 10/28/2024
Applications Accepted Until
Open Until Filled No
Type of Posting Internal/External
Special Instructions to Applicants
EEO Information
Bowdoin College complies with applicable provisions of federal and state laws that prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment, admission, or access to its educational or extracurricular programs, activities, or facilities based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry and national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, marital status, place of birth, genetic predisposition, veteran status, or against qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities on the basis of disability, or any other legally protected statuses.
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