Housekeeper (Northwest, AR)

University of Arkansas•Springdale, AR

About The Position

The Housekeeper is responsible for maintaining cleanliness in office buildings, clinical buildings, and other areas. The Housekeeper will perform tasks such as sweeping, mopping, dusting, and vacuuming floors. They will also be responsible for cleaning restrooms, replenishing supplies, and ensuring that all areas are sanitized. Additionally, the Housekeeper will be responsible for trash removal and report any maintenance needs to the supervisor. This role is classified as essential personnel and may require overtime as needed to support departmental needs. The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is Arkansas’ only academic health center, combining education, research, and clinical excellence to improve health outcomes statewide. Join our team at the UAMS Northwest Campus and contribute to advancing healthcare education and service in the region.

Requirements

High School diploma/GED
Knowledge of cleaning techniques and equipment operation.
Ability to follow instructions, both oral and written.
Proficiency in using cleaning supplies and maintaining equipment.
Strong customer service attitude and effective communication skills.
Ability to work independently, multitask, and establish priorities.
Physical capability to perform tasks such as bending, lifting, and reaching for extended periods.
Awareness of safety compliance and accountability for assigned tasks.
Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, detail-oriented work environment.

Nice To Haves

Two (2) years of housekeeping/janitorial experience.

Responsibilities

Empty waste receptacles and replace waste liners.
Sweeps, mops, and buffs floors
Vacuums and shampoo rugs
Strips and refinishes floors, as needed.
Cleans bathroom basins, fixtures, mirrors, stall doors, toilets, showers, vents, and stocks bathroom with soap, toilet tissue, and paper towels.
Clean areas requiring special cleaning methods (Patient beds, exam tables, IV poles, wheelchairs, carts, and surgical lighting) by use of specific cleansers, sterilized equipment, and/or disposing of contaminated wastes.
Collects and sends dirty linens and towels to laundry.
Disposal and transport of solid waste.
Clean vertical and horizontal surfaces (Seating, table-tops, desks, sinks, doors, dispensers, water fountains, vents, bedside tables, IV poles, light switches, floors, walls, windows, etc.).
Clean restrooms (faucets, sinks, toilets, tubs, showers, stall partitions, receptacles, etc.)
Serves as liaison between all customers, patients, nurses, researchers, and students.
Participates in internal activities and/or training as required or suggested by the institution/department.
May perform other duties as assigned