Custodian / Housekeeper

Pay Range: Targeted Salary $13.75 hourly, based on experience


Benefits Eligible: Yes


Work Schedule: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm, Monday - Friday. Will require working irregular hours and require overtime. May be designated as an "essential position" during emergency closures or inclement weather. May be required to remain on campus overnight during weather or other emergencies. Will also be scheduled to work a rotating weekend shift schedule.


Travel: May be required


For Best Consideration Date:

Position Introduction


Performs routine cleaning in offices and public access areas within OU Residential communities. Tasks are precisely defined.


Representative Duties :

• Mops, sweeps, waxes, and polishes floors.
• Cleans and dusts furniture, equipment, etc.
• Locks and unlocks offices, classrooms, and conference areas.
• Contacts with others are of a routine nature.
• Collects and disposes of wastepaper and refuse.
• Vacuums carpeted areas where applicable.
• Maintains lavatories and rest rooms in a sanitary condition.
• May shovel snow from doorways and sidewalks.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Make Ready Services will include but are not limited to the following :

• Deep clean residential bathrooms, including toilets, showers, bathtubs, sinks, mirrors, light fixtures and all surface areas.
• Replace shower curtains.
• Deep clean kitchens including inside and outside of refrigerators, microwaves, stovetops, ovens and dishwashers.
• Clean spills, remove burn-on food, grease, and other items.
• Deep clean and trash removal from all cabinetry and furniture.
• Deep clean ceiling fans, blinds, light fixtures, vents, and all surface areas.
• Deep clean doors, walls, windows, and floors.
• Remove all visible spots, stickers, residue, etc.
• Sanitize both sides of mattresses.
• Perform carpet care including spot cleaning, stain extraction and shampooing.
• Complete stain treatment/shampoo of residential furniture, vacuum under cushions.
• Adjustment and staging of furniture.

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Required Education and Experience

• None.

Required Certifications and Licenses

• Valid Oklahoma Driver's License to drive University vehicles or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire date.

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes


Special Indications:

• Hiring contingent upon driver's license check.
• Hiring contingent upon Post Offer Employment Testing (POET).

Norman Campus: If you are selected as a finalist for a position that supports the Norman Campus, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy .


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