Job Information
Touro University Housekeeper in New York, New York
Overview
Housekeepers are assigned to each Academic Building to maintain public/ common areas, to assist in eliminating distractions such as unwanted graffiti, dust/dirt, and unwanted smells from the learning environment and to assist in the protection of the faculty, employees, and student’s health and safety.
Responsibilities
Cleans all areas of the building including, but not limited to the following and other duties as assigned:
Empties and cleans waste receptacles and replaces bags as necessary.
Dusts and mops hard surfaced floors.
Thoroughly vacuums, including all edges of carpeted floors.
Arranges furniture to its original position.
Reports any damage or vandalism to your House Keeper or supervisor.
Cleans glass to classroom entrance doors.
Wet mops hard floors as weather and usage conditions dictate (daily during winter months).
Dusts exposed horizontal surfaces such as window sills, empty shelves, door casings, and bottoms of furniture (NOTE: In scientific laboratories, bench tops and hoods are not to be cleaned by Housekeeping.
Replaces light bulbs as necessary.
Clean all glass.
Keep all entrances clean.
Other duties as assigned.
RESTROOMS: DAILY
Empties trash receptacles, cleans as needed, and replaces bag liners.
Checks and replaces all paper products such as tissue and hand towels as needed.
Checks and fills soap dispensers as necessary.
Cleans and disinfects sinks, toilet seats, and side panels to stall partitions.
Cleans mirrors.
Cleans entrance panels to stalls of fingerprints, etc…
Qualifications
Education/ Experience
- High School Diploma or GED
Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities
Requires regular, reliable and punctual work attendance
Ability to operate custodial and maintenance equipment
Good knowledge of proper chemical storage, use and inventory
Skill in maintenance tools and materials
Travel
- Travel to Touro NY campuses as needed.
Physical Demands
Extensive time sitting and standing
Able to climb stairs, ladders and scaffolds, bend, stoop, push, pull, reach, and kneel
Ability to lift 25-40 pounds
Must wear a uniform
Exposure to chemical cleaners and pesticides
Maximum Salary
USD $33,426.00/Yr.
Minimum Salary
USD $33,280.00/Yr.
Touro University offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes:
Full range of Health Plans
Medical Plans (choice of EPO, PPO, High Deductible HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Dental Plans (PPO & HMO) and Vision Plan
Dependent Care and Transit Programs
Life Insurance, AD&D and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
Short-term and Long-term disability programs
Retirement Plan (403b) - matching contribution up to 5% for eligible/enrolled employees following one year of employment (may make own pre-tax contributions immediately following employment)
Touro University Tuition Exemption Program for eligible employees, their spouse and dependent children
Employee Assistance Program
Early-Release Fridays (upon approval)
Generous Paid Time Off
Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave & Floating Holiday
Annual Holiday Schedule
All campuses of the Touro University unite to promote our core values of Respect, Integrity, and Ethics. As an international institution with diverse and talented faculty and staff, we value an inclusive learning experience where students and employees come first.
Touro University is an equal opportunity employer. Touro University treats all employees, job applicants, and students without unlawful consideration of race, ethnicity, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), age, disability, medical condition, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military service or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We are committed to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy in all decisions, including but not limited to, recruitment, the administration of educational programs and activities, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, placement, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff, suspension, expulsion and termination, and all other terms and conditions of admission, matriculation, and employment.
Inquiries or complaints concerning the non-discrimination policies should be sent to Nicole Barnett, 202 West 43rd Street, 11th Floor, New York, New York, 10036, nicole.barnett@touro.edu (646-565-6285) or, alternatively, to the Chief Compliance Officer at compliance@touro.edu and 646-565-6000 x55330.
Job Locations US-NY-New York
ID 2024-11470
College Administration
Position Type Full-Time
Schedule Shift Evening
Hours Per Week 40
Travel None
Category Facilities/Security/Food Service
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Location : Country US
