What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housekeeper (Northwest, AR) position at University of Arkansas?
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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):
- Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
- Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
- Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
- Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
- Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
- Career Training and Educational Opportunities
- Merchant Discounts
- Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
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Summary of Job Duties:
The Housekeeper is responsible for general cleaning areas in office buildings, resident halls, or other areas and operating laundry machines and training others in laundry operations. This position is classified as essential personnel and may require overtime based on departmental needs.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School diploma/GED
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- 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.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Two (2) years of housekeeping/janitorial experience.
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Key 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
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Please contact
askrecruitment@uams.edu
for any recruiting related questions.All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
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Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
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Salary : $50,000
