University of Rhode Island
Housekeeper (Part-Time, 18 hrs., Academic Year)
University of Rhode Island, Kingston, Rhode Island, us, 02881
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number CS02133
Job Title Housekeeper (Part-Time, 18 hrs., Academic Year)
Position Number 490
FTE
FLSA
Pay Rate
Salary Range $31,840 - $34,060 (academic year salary)
Pay Grade Level Grade 310
Position Type Classified Civil Service Staff
Union C94/L528 - Council 94/Local 528 (Serv/Maint)
Status Academic Year, Part-time, Permanent
Restriction or Limitation Reason
End Date of Restriction or Limitation
Department Information
Department Dining Central Operations
Contact(s)
Jenna Visinho Specialist, Talent Acquisition Office of Human Resource Administration 80 Lower College Road Kingston, RI 02881
Contact Phone/Extension 401-874-2317
Contact Email jvisinho@uri.edu
Physical Demands
At time of appointment must be physically qualified to perform assigned duties as evidenced by a physician's certificate.
Campus Location Kingston
Building(s)
Butterfield & Hope Commons - All Areas
Grant Funded No
Extension Contingent on Funding Date
Extension Contingency Notes
Duties and Responsibilities
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To do cleaning, custodial and simple maintenance work at a university or college; to follow daily custodial standards and instructions; and to do related work as required.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Usually none.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:
To clean (sweep, strip, dust, scrub, mop, wash or vacuum), polish or wax floors, carpets, walls, windows, woodwork, furniture and equipment in all university or college buildings, including offices, dining rooms, kitchens, bathrooms, rest rooms, showers, residence halls, athletic facilities, guest rooms, public spaces, conference rooms, laboratories and classrooms, corridors, entrances, exterior walkways, and building fixtures.
To clean plumbing fixtures.
To collect and dispose of trash, recyclables and other wastes.
On occasion, to move, or assist in moving, office furniture and equipment.
As directed, to spray and fumigate for insects, such as bees, ants, etc.
To provide washrooms with soap, paper products and other necessary supplies.
To observe and report unusual situations on property and grounds.
To clean sidewalks and perform manual labor in connection with lawn and garden maintenance; to remove snow.
To operate buffers, wet/dry vacuums and floor scrubbing machines, carpet extractors and pressure washers (with proper orientation).
To wash and hang drapes, Venetian and vertical blinds; to wash, dry and fold towels.
To collect, separate and dispose of recyclable materials.
To participate in setting up equipment in all university or college facilities; to set up conference rooms in the configuration requested by groups.
To report on safety issues and the need for maintenance repairs.
To change incandescent and florescent lights.
To wash interior and exterior windows.
Under direction, may be assigned to access computerized inventory systems; to stock supply closets based on need.
To clean and wash all industrial rubber matting.
To receive and stock supplies in appropriate areas.
To clean and maintain tools and equipment after use.
To do related work as required.
Required Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A working knowledge of the equipment, materials and methods used in cleaning and custodial work; the ability to understand and carry out simple directions; and related capacities and abilities.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
EDUCATION: Such as may have been gained through: completion of eight school grades; and
EXPERIENCE: Such as may have been gained through: functioning in a capacity requiring the performance of basic cleaning and custodial tasks.
Or, an combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Environmental Conditions
This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Work Hours
FLEX SCHEDULE - WILL BE DISCUSSED AT INTERVIEW
WORK HOURS AND DAYS OFF WILL VARY DURING J-TERM AND SPRING BREAK PERIOD
ACADEMIC YEAR DATES ARE: 08/31/25 THROUGH 05/09/26
Posting Date 08/29/2025
Closing Date 09/12/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Part-Time, 18 hrs., Academic Year
The University of Rhode Island is an equal opportunity employer.
This search process is subject to applicable bargaining unit agreements and procedures.
The successful candidate will be subject to a pre-employment criminal background report paid for by the University.
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/15391
Position Information
Posting Number CS02133
Job Title Housekeeper (Part-Time, 18 hrs., Academic Year)
Position Number 490
FTE
FLSA
Pay Rate
Salary Range $31,840 - $34,060 (academic year salary)
Pay Grade Level Grade 310
Position Type Classified Civil Service Staff
Union C94/L528 - Council 94/Local 528 (Serv/Maint)
Status Academic Year, Part-time, Permanent
Restriction or Limitation Reason
End Date of Restriction or Limitation
Department Information
Department Dining Central Operations
Contact(s)
Jenna Visinho Specialist, Talent Acquisition Office of Human Resource Administration 80 Lower College Road Kingston, RI 02881
Contact Phone/Extension 401-874-2317
Contact Email jvisinho@uri.edu
Physical Demands
At time of appointment must be physically qualified to perform assigned duties as evidenced by a physician's certificate.
Campus Location Kingston
Building(s)
Butterfield & Hope Commons - All Areas
Grant Funded No
Extension Contingent on Funding Date
Extension Contingency Notes
Duties and Responsibilities
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To do cleaning, custodial and simple maintenance work at a university or college; to follow daily custodial standards and instructions; and to do related work as required.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Usually none.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:
To clean (sweep, strip, dust, scrub, mop, wash or vacuum), polish or wax floors, carpets, walls, windows, woodwork, furniture and equipment in all university or college buildings, including offices, dining rooms, kitchens, bathrooms, rest rooms, showers, residence halls, athletic facilities, guest rooms, public spaces, conference rooms, laboratories and classrooms, corridors, entrances, exterior walkways, and building fixtures.
To clean plumbing fixtures.
To collect and dispose of trash, recyclables and other wastes.
On occasion, to move, or assist in moving, office furniture and equipment.
As directed, to spray and fumigate for insects, such as bees, ants, etc.
To provide washrooms with soap, paper products and other necessary supplies.
To observe and report unusual situations on property and grounds.
To clean sidewalks and perform manual labor in connection with lawn and garden maintenance; to remove snow.
To operate buffers, wet/dry vacuums and floor scrubbing machines, carpet extractors and pressure washers (with proper orientation).
To wash and hang drapes, Venetian and vertical blinds; to wash, dry and fold towels.
To collect, separate and dispose of recyclable materials.
To participate in setting up equipment in all university or college facilities; to set up conference rooms in the configuration requested by groups.
To report on safety issues and the need for maintenance repairs.
To change incandescent and florescent lights.
To wash interior and exterior windows.
Under direction, may be assigned to access computerized inventory systems; to stock supply closets based on need.
To clean and wash all industrial rubber matting.
To receive and stock supplies in appropriate areas.
To clean and maintain tools and equipment after use.
To do related work as required.
Required Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A working knowledge of the equipment, materials and methods used in cleaning and custodial work; the ability to understand and carry out simple directions; and related capacities and abilities.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
EDUCATION: Such as may have been gained through: completion of eight school grades; and
EXPERIENCE: Such as may have been gained through: functioning in a capacity requiring the performance of basic cleaning and custodial tasks.
Or, an combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Environmental Conditions
This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Work Hours
FLEX SCHEDULE - WILL BE DISCUSSED AT INTERVIEW
WORK HOURS AND DAYS OFF WILL VARY DURING J-TERM AND SPRING BREAK PERIOD
ACADEMIC YEAR DATES ARE: 08/31/25 THROUGH 05/09/26
Posting Date 08/29/2025
Closing Date 09/12/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Part-Time, 18 hrs., Academic Year
The University of Rhode Island is an equal opportunity employer.
This search process is subject to applicable bargaining unit agreements and procedures.
The successful candidate will be subject to a pre-employment criminal background report paid for by the University.
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/15391