019104 - Housekeeper/Custodian

University of North Carolina System•Asheville, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Housekeeper/Custodian helps provide a clean, safe, healthy, and welcoming environment for staff and guests of The North Carolina Arboretum. The position focuses on general cleaning, recycling, event and room setup, and maintenance of indoor and outdoor spaces. Duties include emptying trash receptacles, sweeping, mopping, replenishing supplies, collecting recycled materials, maintaining the recycling storage area, and delivering recycled materials to the recycling center. Under the direction of the Facilities Manager, the employee also assists with meeting and special-event setup, anticipating guest needs and maintaining organized, safe, neat, and functional spaces. Employees work from oral instructions and written directions and should be able to complete most assigned tasks with little supervision after receiving directions and training. The work is primarily indoors, with duties outside or on Arboretum property as needed, including work on the verandah or at outdoor events. The role involves substantial physical effort and exposure to potentially hazardous cleaning chemicals. Safety, including safe floor care, warning-sign use, restroom sanitation, and handling cleaning products, is a priority. The position typically works Sunday through Thursday. Rotational shift coverage and overtime may be required based on operational needs. The hiring salary is $32,000 to $35,880. Full benefits are offered through the State of North Carolina and University of North Carolina System, including paid time off, employer-sponsored health insurance, and supplemental benefits.

Requirements

Some knowledge of cleaning procedures.
Ability to follow instructions.
Ability to perform medium to heavy physical work.
Computer skills for email correspondence and reporting time worked.
Ability to safely use cleaning tools and products and care for various surfaces and materials.

Nice To Haves

High school graduation or GED.
Six months of institutional or commercial cleaning experience, particularly in a university, guest services, or medical setting.

Responsibilities

Clean and maintain spaces, including emptying trash receptacles, sweeping, mopping, and replenishing supplies.
Collect recycled materials from bins, maintain the recycling storage area, and deliver materials to the recycling center.
Assist with meeting and special-event setup and maintain event and room spaces.
Help keep indoor and outdoor spaces clean, safe, organized, neat, and welcoming for staff and guests.
Use cleaning tools and products safely and care for a variety of surfaces and materials.
Follow oral instructions and written directions and perform assigned tasks with little supervision after training.
Complete duties outside or on Arboretum property as directed by the Manager.
Maintain safety for visitors, workers, colleagues, volunteers, and the environment.