Housekeeper Temporary - #T00836 Please see Special Instructions for more details. Applicants must apply online. PLEASE COMPLETE ALL AREAS OF THE APPLICATION. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION IN THE REVIEW PROCESS. Qualified applicants will be contacted by the department directly if selected for interview. Please Note: Temporary employees are paid bi-weekly on an hourly basis and do not receive benefits.Posting DetailsPosting Information Posting Number temp hourly1091PQuick Link for Internal Postings Classification TitleWorking Title Housekeeper Temporary - #T00836Department Facilities ManagementSalary Range $17/hourPosting InformationKnowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position
- Must be reliable, dependable, perform physically demanding work, lift a minimum of 50 pounds, use 6ft ladders, stand for long periods of time while working and have some knowledge of cleaning methods, materials and equipment, provide coverage in other assignments.
- Must have reliable transportation and be able to report to work during a variety of weather conditions including rain, snow and ice. This position is designated as Mandatory during adverse/severe weather conditions and is expected to work according to University and Departmental guidelines.
- Must be able to understand and follow oral instructions, directions and other communications regarding work assignments and other matters; ability to read and comprehend labels, directions, instructions, etc. regarding cleaning, equipment, chemicals and other work-related matters.
- Must be able to develop and maintain effective relationships with others, work independently or on a team, with or without close supervision and communicate with and interact effectively with various groups, co-workers and customers.
- Previous housekeeping/cleaning work procedures and/or experience in commercial floor maintenance or equivalent combination of training and experience will be considered. Working knowledge of large building cleaning practices and use of industrial type cleaning equipment will be considered.
- Must have a valid NC Driver's License and reliable transportation.
- The above description is representative of the duties and responsibilities required of this position. It is not to be considered inclusive. Other duties may be assigned to meet the mission of the Department and University.
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.Preferred 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.Posting Text Open Date 11/06/2024Close Date 12/16/2024Open Until Filled NoSpecial Instructions to Applicants Applicants must apply online. PLEASE COMPLETE ALL AREAS OF THE APPLICATION. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION IN THE REVIEW PROCESS. Qualified applicants will be contacted by the department directly if selected for interview. Please Note: Temporary employees are paid bi-weekly on an hourly basis and do not receive benefits.Background/E-Verify Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.Credential Verification All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.AA/EOE Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Additionally, the University promotes the realization of equal employment opportunity for minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans through its affirmative action program. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) ###-#### or email at ...@email.wcu.edu.University Safety The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-###-####) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-###-####). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.Applicant Documents
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* Are you currently enrolled as a student at WCU? * Are you currently enrolled in 6 or more credit hours? * Do you require sponsorship? * Can you work the shift hours of 4:00pm-12:30am or other designated hours, Monday-Friday with some weekend work and flexibility as outlined in this job posting? * Do you have a valid Driver's License? * If you answered No to the above question than do you have a valid Driver's License in any state in the USA? * Do you understand that this is physically demanding work which requires heavy lifting, constant standing, squatting, walking, pushing/pulling and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis?