Housekeeper - Student Housing

University Partners•Newark, DE

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Housekeeper/Turn Support role is responsible for maintaining clean, safe, and welcoming living and common spaces throughout the student housing community. This position focuses heavily on unit and bedspace turns after move-outs, as well as daily cleaning of amenities, office areas, models, hallways, stairwells, elevators, and other shared spaces. The role supports the Maintenance and Operations teams to ensure move-ins are smooth and the community always looks its best. This role works under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor and Community Manager and supports unit turns and community cleanliness.

Requirements

Strong attention to detail and cleanliness
Willingness to learn and follow direction
Ability to read cleaning labels and safety instructions
Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
Reliable, organized, and punctual
Able to manage time in a fast-paced environment
Willing to work indoors and outdoors as needed
Available to work weekends or overtime as required
Less than high school education or up to 6 months of related experience, or equivalent combination
Standing, walking, bending, lifting, reaching, pushing, and pulling throughout the day.
Lifting over 10 lbs may be required.
Repetitive motion and working in occupied and vacant units is expected.

Nice To Haves

Previous housekeeping, hotel, janitorial, or turn experience preferred
Prior cleaning or turn experience preferred
Valid driver’s license with proof of insurance, if required for site operations

Responsibilities

Meet with the Maintenance Supervisor to review daily priorities and turn schedules.
Communicate safety, cleanliness, or maintenance concerns promptly.
Work closely with maintenance, leasing, and vendors during turn periods.
Clean units and bedspaces after move-outs.
Prepare units for move-in readiness, including wiping surfaces, cleaning appliances, bathrooms, floors, windows, and fixtures.
Restock basic supplies as directed.
Report damages or punch needs to Maintenance.
Clean amenities, leasing office, models, hallways, stairwells, elevators, and restrooms.
Sweep, mop, vacuum, and remove trash from shared spaces.
Perform periodic deep cleaning.
Maintain a clean and welcoming environment.
Remove trash from units and common areas.
Keep trash rooms and dumpster areas clean and organized.
Report trash overflow, damage, or service issues immediately.
Maintain cleaning and safety logs as directed.
Notify supervisor when supplies or equipment are needed.
Care for cleaning tools and equipment.
Provide weekend or afternoon coverage based on community schedule.
Support peak turn and move-in periods as assigned.