What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housekeeper position at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University?
Posting Details
Classification Information
Position/Classification Title
Bldg Environ Services Tech
Classification Type
SHRA
Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies:
N - Not Mandatory
Minimum Experience/Education
Some knowledge of cleaning procedures, ability to follow instructions and to perform medium to heavy physical work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Special certification may be required for some of these positions.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
Preferred are a High School Diploma or GED and 3 years of experience within the field of janitorial/custodial work or other related manual labor fields. Supervisory experience would be considered a plus. Ability to assist with providing direction to other staff members. Ability to write legibly and deal effectively with public sector. Applicant should be physically able to perform all cleaning operations that require continuous walking, reaching, and bending. Ability to practice safe handling of cleaning chemicals, cleaning equipment, storage and use of materials. Also, experience with floor care maintenance such as carpet shampooing machine, floor scrubber, buffers, waxing, stripping, etc.
Required License or Certification
N/A
Position Overview
Primary Purpose of Position
The position works in the Student Center to maintain upkeep of the facility. This position provides routine cleaning and maintenance of facility.
Work in this class involves providing institutional services support for State agencies and universities in the areas of building environmental services and laundry services. Employees perform a variety of duties in the care and cleaning of dormitories, offices, highway rest areas or welcome centers, and other state buildings. Work is guided by a daily schedule for general assignments. Work is performed subject to close review and inspection, with problems and special assignments not covered by instructions referred to a supervisor. Duties may include physically strenuous activities such as moving furniture, operating heavy cleaning equipment, and delivering large quantities of housekeeping supplies. Work is routine and repetitive in nature and may require strenuous physical exertion. Duties may include performing housekeeping and floor maintenance tasks, grounds keeping, operating laundry services machines and performing laundry-handling duties.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
The Student Center serves as the principal site for student programming and offers office accommodations for student leadership, the University Event Center, Aggie One-Card, Aggie Sit-in and a convenience store. In addition, it offers an array of services, conveniences and amenities for students, faculty, staff, alumni and guests.
Work Hours
M-F 10pm to 6:30am, subject to change as business needs dictate
Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.
On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site)
Key Responsibilities and Related Competencies
Required Competency
Knowledge - Technical
Duties
Performs routine or repetitious tasks with care and attention with attention to detailPresents full and accurate information in reports
Inspects and cleans within the building dailyCleans and replaces light fixtures
Scrubs floors with a floor machineSpot check and/or throughout facility shampoos carpet
Strips, waxes and buffs floorsPerforms basic cleaning such as sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, dusting, disinfecting, vacuuming, etc., to keep working areas in a clean and orderly condition throughout the facility
Fills dispensers, such as tissue and soap, with the proper product and amountEmpties all trash receptacles throughout the facility and surrounding areas of the building into waste collection bags
Dusts and damp wipes all surface areas, tables, chairs, sofas, etc. should be with cleaning solutionsCleans, a minimum of once a day with glass cleaners, all glass in the
Student Center within reaching distanceDusts and damp mops all window seals daily
Scrubs, sanitizes and deodorizes all restroomsDisinfects toilet bowls and sinks and damp wipe all surface areas and re-supply when needed Inspects bathrooms a minimum of three times during the shiftClean and re-supply when needed
Sweeps and mops restrooms and wipe down walls and stallsScrubs and cleans trash cans
Required Competency
Safety and Health Compliance
Duties
Warns co-workers of potential hazards (building security)Recognizes and follows dispenser directions to properly mix cleaning chemicals
Polices public areas for cleanlinessJanitor closet must stay clean and organized at all times
Required Competency
Customer Service
Duties
Identifies best method for addressing a cleaning/maintenance issueCommits to a course of action or recommendation within a given time frame
Promptly and attentively responds to customer requests within established parameters and time framesPerforms work in the least disruptive manner possible to customers
*Demonstrates courteous actions and follows the organization's established protocol for customer service
Required Competency
Interpersonal Skills
Duties
Works with other housekeepers in performing floor maintenance and routine cleaning throughout the dayPrepared to perform other job related duties assigned by the supervisor
Required Competency
Communication
Duties
Listens/follows instructions, asks necessary questions to complete tasksPresents full and accurate information in reports
Position Information
Working Title
Housekeeper
Competency Level
Contributing
Position Number
007395
Recruitment Range
$27,678 - $33,540.00
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Appointment Type
Permanent - Full-time
FTE
If Time Limited, Appointment Length
Organizational Division
Student Center
Organizational Location
VC for Student Affairs
Organizational Unit
Student Center
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
SHRA3173
Open Date
09/28/2026
Close Date
10/31/2026
Special Instructions to Applicant
You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.
Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;
This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.
Quick Link
https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/40206
Classification Information
Position/Classification Title
Bldg Environ Services Tech
Classification Type
SHRA
Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies:
N - Not Mandatory
Minimum Experience/Education
Some knowledge of cleaning procedures, ability to follow instructions and to perform medium to heavy physical work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Special certification may be required for some of these positions.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
Preferred are a High School Diploma or GED and 3 years of experience within the field of janitorial/custodial work or other related manual labor fields. Supervisory experience would be considered a plus. Ability to assist with providing direction to other staff members. Ability to write legibly and deal effectively with public sector. Applicant should be physically able to perform all cleaning operations that require continuous walking, reaching, and bending. Ability to practice safe handling of cleaning chemicals, cleaning equipment, storage and use of materials. Also, experience with floor care maintenance such as carpet shampooing machine, floor scrubber, buffers, waxing, stripping, etc.
Required License or Certification
N/A
Position Overview
Primary Purpose of Position
The position works in the Student Center to maintain upkeep of the facility. This position provides routine cleaning and maintenance of facility.
Work in this class involves providing institutional services support for State agencies and universities in the areas of building environmental services and laundry services. Employees perform a variety of duties in the care and cleaning of dormitories, offices, highway rest areas or welcome centers, and other state buildings. Work is guided by a daily schedule for general assignments. Work is performed subject to close review and inspection, with problems and special assignments not covered by instructions referred to a supervisor. Duties may include physically strenuous activities such as moving furniture, operating heavy cleaning equipment, and delivering large quantities of housekeeping supplies. Work is routine and repetitive in nature and may require strenuous physical exertion. Duties may include performing housekeeping and floor maintenance tasks, grounds keeping, operating laundry services machines and performing laundry-handling duties.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
The Student Center serves as the principal site for student programming and offers office accommodations for student leadership, the University Event Center, Aggie One-Card, Aggie Sit-in and a convenience store. In addition, it offers an array of services, conveniences and amenities for students, faculty, staff, alumni and guests.
Work Hours
M-F 10pm to 6:30am, subject to change as business needs dictate
Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.
On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site)
Key Responsibilities and Related Competencies
Required Competency
Knowledge - Technical
Duties
Performs routine or repetitious tasks with care and attention with attention to detailPresents full and accurate information in reports
Inspects and cleans within the building dailyCleans and replaces light fixtures
Scrubs floors with a floor machineSpot check and/or throughout facility shampoos carpet
Strips, waxes and buffs floorsPerforms basic cleaning such as sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, dusting, disinfecting, vacuuming, etc., to keep working areas in a clean and orderly condition throughout the facility
Fills dispensers, such as tissue and soap, with the proper product and amountEmpties all trash receptacles throughout the facility and surrounding areas of the building into waste collection bags
Dusts and damp wipes all surface areas, tables, chairs, sofas, etc. should be with cleaning solutionsCleans, a minimum of once a day with glass cleaners, all glass in the
Student Center within reaching distanceDusts and damp mops all window seals daily
Scrubs, sanitizes and deodorizes all restroomsDisinfects toilet bowls and sinks and damp wipe all surface areas and re-supply when needed Inspects bathrooms a minimum of three times during the shiftClean and re-supply when needed
Sweeps and mops restrooms and wipe down walls and stallsScrubs and cleans trash cans
Required Competency
Safety and Health Compliance
Duties
Warns co-workers of potential hazards (building security)Recognizes and follows dispenser directions to properly mix cleaning chemicals
Polices public areas for cleanlinessJanitor closet must stay clean and organized at all times
Required Competency
Customer Service
Duties
Identifies best method for addressing a cleaning/maintenance issueCommits to a course of action or recommendation within a given time frame
Promptly and attentively responds to customer requests within established parameters and time framesPerforms work in the least disruptive manner possible to customers
*Demonstrates courteous actions and follows the organization's established protocol for customer service
Required Competency
Interpersonal Skills
Duties
Works with other housekeepers in performing floor maintenance and routine cleaning throughout the dayPrepared to perform other job related duties assigned by the supervisor
Required Competency
Communication
Duties
Listens/follows instructions, asks necessary questions to complete tasksPresents full and accurate information in reports
Position Information
Working Title
Housekeeper
Competency Level
Contributing
Position Number
007395
Recruitment Range
$27,678 - $33,540.00
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Appointment Type
Permanent - Full-time
FTE
If Time Limited, Appointment Length
Organizational Division
Student Center
Organizational Location
VC for Student Affairs
Organizational Unit
Student Center
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
SHRA3173
Open Date
09/28/2026
Close Date
10/31/2026
Special Instructions to Applicant
You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.
Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;
- Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
- Community Service Leave
- Aetna - State Health Benefits of North Carolina
- NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
- Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Campus Recreation Center Discount
- University Bookstore Discount
- and more
This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.
Quick Link
https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/40206
Salary : $27,678 - $33,540