Housekeeper I

University of Texas at Arlington, United States

Updated: 2 months ago
Location: Arlington, TEXAS
Deadline: ;

Position Information


Posting Number S05203P
Position Title Housekeeper I
Department Facilities Mgmt_Housing
Location Arlington
Job Family Facilities/Construction
Position Status Full-time
Work Hours Standard
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm.
Open to External and Internal
Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.
Duration Funding expected to continue
Pay Basis Hourly
Benefits Eligible Yes
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University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100 . The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.
Job Summary
To participate in Housekeeping maintenance and related work. Responsible for general housekeeping functions in a residence or apartment building, which may include some supervision of housekeeping.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Performs housekeeping functions in various residences.
  • Dusts, mops, sweeps, spray buffs and wet mops floors and furniture.
  • Vacuums and shampoos items deemed necessary.
  • Sanitizes and cleans restrooms, stoves, refrigerators, washes waste receptacles, windows, vents, radiators and replenishes paper supplies, laundry facilities, showers tubs, bedrooms, dining & kitchen areas.
  • Responsible for cleaning walls, doors/ windows, woodwork, and stairwells.
  • Make residence ready for operation.
  • Detail kitchen appliances and bath fixtures.
  • Operates custodial maintenance equipment including vacuums, buffers/burnishes, scrubbers, Kai-vac’s and extractors.
  • May include hotel type cleaning such as making beds, washing linens & towels, cleaning appliances & dishes.
  • Remove trash, empty fridge, clean under and behind all appliances.
  • Restock all coffee and any and all bathroom supplies.
  • May include make ready cleaning in apartments & residence halls.
  • Assures energy conservation by ensuring all non-necessary lights are turned off (classrooms, offices, etc.).
  • Inspects buildings for cleanliness, needed repairs and completed work orders.
  • Assists in maintaining inventory of custodial equipment materials, supplies and equipment. Responds to on-call emergencies before/during/after normal hours of operation.
  • This includes but not limited to: Fires, electrical outages, floods, icy conditions, and any other type of campus emergency.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.


Alertness and careful attention is required to avoid injury to self and others. Special job requirements or physical location of some positions allocated to this classification, may render the position security sensitive, and thereby subject to the provisions of Section 51.215 Texas education Code.
Required Qualifications
  • High School diploma or GED.
  • Two (2) years of experience in custodial work.
  • Knowledge of cleaning agents and chemicals.
  • Ability to perform duties following oral and written instructions.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Two (2) years of housekeeping experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Knowledge of cleaning techniques and procedures.
  • Skill in the use of custodial chemicals and the operation of housekeeping equipment.
Other Requirements
Working Conditions
Conditions do involve exposure to all weather elements. Must be able to work off of ladders, scaffolding, and tops/roofs of buildings. Working conditions are considered acceptable, but occasionally involve exposure to one or more disagreeable elements such as biohazards, toxic lab chemicals, poisonous gases dust, dirt. May work in extreme temperatures. May work around chemical fumes. Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished). Must be able to complete all physical tasks as required.
Special Conditions for Eligibility
CBC Requirement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
ADA Accommodations
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email [email protected] .


Posting Detail Information


Number of Vacancies 1
Open Until Filled
Minimum Number of References Required 3
Maximum Number of References Accepted
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

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