Location: Gaffney,SC, USA
The Limestone University Physical Plant is seeking a Full Time Housekeeper to join the housekeeping team. This position reports directly to the Housekeeping Supervisor. In the event of an emergency, he/she may be called to support necessary tasks in association with that emergency. The general responsibilities of the position include those listed below, but Limestone may identify other responsibilities of the position. 1st and 2nd shift opportunities available.
Qualifications:
* Knowledge of proper and safe use of applicable custodial equipment.
* Willingness to be open to learning and growing.
* Appropriate maturity of judgment and behavior.
* Maintains high standards for work areas and appearance.
* Attends work and shows up for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity.
* Ability to work a flexible schedule.
* Must comply with any dress code requirements.
* Must be able to work nights, weekends, and some holidays.
General Responsibilities:
* Cleans offices, patients'/residents' rooms, dorms, classrooms, schools, common areas, lavatories, halls, food service areas and any other areas that may require attention.
* Sweeps, mops, scrubs, polishes floors and vacuums hallways, stairs, and office space.
* Cleans light fixtures, ceilings and vents, walls, mattresses, furniture, windows, and window coverings.
* Will be required to use cleaning chemicals properly and safely per manufacturer and Limestone standards.
* Empties trash and garbage containers.
* Replenishes supplies.
* May shampoo and cleans carpets or buff and polish floors which will require the use of mechanical equipment.
* May change sheets and replenish linens.
* May perform routine equipment maintenance and make minor repairs.
* May drive a golf cart or other vehicles.
* Moves furniture and sets-up tables and chairs.
* Attends training programs (classroom and virtual) as designated.
* May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
* Identifies and corrects unsafe working conditions with management oversight.
* Attends training programs (classroom and virtual) as designated.
* Complies with all company safety and risk management policies and procedures.
* Reports all accidents and injuries in a timely manner.
* Participates in regular safety meetings, safety training and hazard assessments.
* Applies all applicable OSHA and related local safety requirements to all assigned work.
* Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
* May be required to assist with special events.
* May be required to utilize basic cleaning and other chemicals.
* May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Skills/Aptitude:
* Ability to learn and use established techniques for the efficient and compliant completion of duties.
* Ability to present self in a highly professional manner to others and understand that honesty and ethics are essential.
* Ability to maintain a positive attitude.
* Ability to communicate with co-workers and other departments with professionalism and respect.
* Ability to maintain a professional relationship with all coworkers, vendor representatives, supervisors, managers, customers, and client representatives.
* Ability to provide clear directions and respond accordingly to employees.
* Must have basic phone and computer skills (email, texting, etc.).
* Good attention to detail.
* Ability to work well under pressure.
* Adequate/reasonable oral and written communication skills.
* Ability to work well alone and in a team.
* Ability to use all relevant electronic and communication devices.
* Knowledge of and proficiency in all OSHA and local requirements related to all assigned work.
Physical Requirements:
* Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus, with or without corrective lenses.
* Significant walking or other means of mobility.
* Ability to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours).
* Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push and/or pull, and frequently lift to 35 pounds and occasionally lift/move 40 pounds.
Working Conditions (may add additional conditions specific to defined work location):
* Generally, indoor settings, however, may participate in outside activities and events.
* Varying schedule to include evenings, holidays, weekends, and extended hours as business dictates.
* The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
* Wear protective clothing and/or Personal Protective Equipment required by the work environment or governmental regulations.
* Will be exposed to various cleaning chemicals.
Experience/Knowledge:
* High School diploma, GED or equivalent experience preferred.
* 2 or more years of related experience
Applicants should complete the online application at and upload a cover letter and resume (optional). If you have additional questions regarding the position, you may direct them to Hollie Wilson ...@limestone.edu *Resumes may not be submitted in lieu of the application. The selected candidate must be willing to consent to, and pass with satisfactory results, an investigative consumer report.
Limestone University is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. AA/EEO
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Limestone University is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
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