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Housekeeper - Residential Life

Washington University in St. Louis
St Louis, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 9/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/8/2026
Location

ST. LOUIS, MO 63105

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

This position is responsible for the cleanliness of assigned areas, offices, building facilities or other residential space associated with a business unit for WashU.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Cleans areas such as entryways, restrooms, other common areas, including stairwells, hallways, laundry areas, etc. Cleans occupied or vacant residential units, dining facilities or other building space as determined by your business unit.
  • Dusts, sweeps, mops, vacuums, wipes down flat surfaces, cleans glass, takes out trash, replaces lines or other supplies, and completes other custodial/housekeeping duties as assigned. Frequency of housekeeping duties may also fluctuate with the academic year.
  • Communicates daily with housekeeping supervisor to relay any issues associated with an assignment, a building or space, occupant concerns, or other building needs including supplies and equipment.
  • Reports noticeable maintenance issues to the immediate supervisor or other designated contact; reports any suspicious person to Campus Police; follows the rules and regulations of WashU in St. Louis.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS / EQUIPMENT:

  • Some exposure to dust/allergens, and use of various cleaning agents/chemicals.
  • Must be physically fit and capable of lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs to waist level.
  • Frequently bends, kneels and squats throughout the day.
  • Position requires candidates to be on their feet most of the day.
  • Will be working in scattered site ‘off-campus’ buildings.
  • Occasional seasonal weekend shifts may be required.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Education:

Required Qualifications

A diploma, certification or degree is not required.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience:

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

  • Self-motivated person that can take direction however works independently and strives to achieve very high personal and departmental standards.

Education:

Preferred Qualifications

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:

Oral Communications, Self Motivation, Working Independently, Written Communication

Grade

G03-H

Salary Range

$15.25 - $20.77 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

  • Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
  • Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
  • Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
  • WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

  • Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

  • We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
  • WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

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