Housekeeper - Full Time Night Shift Job at Stony Brook University in Stony Brook

Overview

Housekeeper - Full Time Night Shift (2305008)

At Stony Brook Medicine, our Housekeepers perform a variety of custodial and housekeeping tasks including requisitioning linens and supplies, cleaning, care, and upkeep of assigned buildings or areas such as patient rooms, administrative spaces, study areas, classrooms, meeting rooms, and laboratories. Candidates should demonstrate strong intrapersonal and time management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work with all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Picks up and removes hazardous articles from floors, furniture, and equipment and places them in designated receptacles or appropriate locations.
• Washes floors, corridors, stairwells, walls, partitions, and windows using mops, brushes, and other cleaning implements.
• Vacuuming, waxing floors, and shampooing carpets using manual and/or mechanical equipment.
• Scrubs and cleans lavatories using appropriate detergents and equipment.
• Washes light fixtures and replaces light bulbs using ladders or other equipment as needed.
• Polishes wood and metal fixtures and equipment.
• Requisitions and dispenses linens, household supplies, and equipment; maintains appropriate inventories.
• Reports needs for building repairs and recommends repairs or replacement of furniture, fixtures, and equipment to a supervisor.
• Provides ongoing training on cleanliness, communication, and customer service skills.

This is a float position that may perform work throughout the facility.

Qualifications

Required: Applicants must be physically able to perform the tasks of the position and communicate orally and in writing to exchange information.

Preferred: Previous experience in a hospital setting and/or hospital industry; excellent intrapersonal and time management skills; attention to detail and ability to work with all levels of the organization.

Special Notes

Resume/CV should be included with the online application.

Posting Details

This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days. An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. For full consideration, applications should be received before the initial review date.

If no candidate is selected during the initial review, additional applications may be considered; however, the posting will close once a finalist is identified, and at a minimum two weeks after the initial posting date. If no candidate is identified and hired within 90 days, the posting may close for review and be reposted at a later date.

Legal and Working Conditions

Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke-free environment. All hospital positions may be subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary. This position may require wearing respiratory protection, which may prohibit facial hair. This function/position may be designated as “essential” during institutional emergencies.

Before start date, the selected candidate must meet requirements including: pre-employment physical examination and medical clearance, electronic references, a 4-panel drug screen, regulatory pre-employment screenings, and submission of any required New York State licenses/certifications. Failure to comply may delay start date or revoke the offer. The hiring department will cover any fee for the examination.

Stony Brook University is committed to diversity and an inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other protected classes. For disability-related accommodations, contact the University Office of Equity and Access at (631)632-6280.

Anticipated Pay Range: The starting salary range is $36,040. Full-time positions may include additional compensation for location and shift. Total compensation includes leave, health plans, and state pension benefits.

Job Number: 2305008

Official Job Title: Housekeeper

Primary Location: Stony Brook University Hospital

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Night Shift (11:00 PM – 7:30 AM)

Posting Start Date: Sep 8, 2025

Posting End Date: Sep 16, 2025, 3:59 AM