Housekeeping Worker
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA
Full-time
Housekeeping / Janitorial
Posted on April 11, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Working Title
Housekeeping Worker
Position Number
00144A
Department
WEBB CTR OP COST
Location
Norfolk, VA
Type of Position
Classified
Type of Job
EEO Category
H Service/Maintenance
Job Description
Maintain a high level of cleanliness and order in the university center by performing a variety of cleaning tasks and meeting room set-ups. Strive to achieve perfection in supporting student activities and programs, meetings, and special events. Provide high-level customer service and uphold Webb Center staff's work values.
Type of Recruitment
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Demonstrated knowledge of institutional cleaning methods and equipment operation. Demonstrated ability to properly operate a variety of housekeeping cleaning equipment which may include, but not be limited to, floor polishers, vacuums, shampoo machines, wet/dry vacuums, brushes, burnisher and auto scrubber. Demonstrated ability to lift up to 60 lbs. Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with co-workers and customers. Demonstrated ability to read and write the English language and to understand and follow oral instructions. Demonstrated ability to stand for extended lengths of time (five hours or more). Demonstrated ability to learn, retain and utilize training procedures.
Special licenses, registration or certification
None
Education or training
Basic housekeeping training in the use of equipment and chemicals.
Level and type of experience
Some experience operating standard housekeeping equipment.Basic experience in the use and application of chemicals such as germicides, disinfectants and caustic solutions.
Additional Considerations (supplemental knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, licensure, certification)
Some experience as a housekeeping worker in a large office, school or institutional setting.
Conditions of Employment
This position is considered essential personnel and may be required to work during inclement conditions and holidays when the university is closed.
Employee is required to work Friday-Tuesday evenings, 1:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
This is an open until filled recruitment. This recruitment may close after the five-day required posting period when a suitable pool of applicants has been generated.
Annual Salary/Hourly Rate
Salary commensurate with education and experience
Posting Detail Information
Job Requisition Number
S02568
Job Open To
General Public
Open Date
03/11/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions Summary
Please thoroughly answer all sections of the application.
When listing your current and past positions, please list start and
end dates.
Criminal Background Check
The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.
College Home Page
www.odu.edu
Department Home Page
https://ww1.odu.edu/content/odu/life/gettinginvolved/webb.html
Equity Statement
It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Diversity at (757) 683-3141.
Alternative Hiring Process
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process.
To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter.
To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or consistent with contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Posting Details
Working Title
Housekeeping Worker
Position Number
00144A
Department
WEBB CTR OP COST
Location
Norfolk, VA
Type of Position
Classified
Type of Job
EEO Category
H Service/Maintenance
Job Description
Maintain a high level of cleanliness and order in the university center by performing a variety of cleaning tasks and meeting room set-ups. Strive to achieve perfection in supporting student activities and programs, meetings, and special events. Provide high-level customer service and uphold Webb Center staff's work values.
Type of Recruitment
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Demonstrated knowledge of institutional cleaning methods and equipment operation. Demonstrated ability to properly operate a variety of housekeeping cleaning equipment which may include, but not be limited to, floor polishers, vacuums, shampoo machines, wet/dry vacuums, brushes, burnisher and auto scrubber. Demonstrated ability to lift up to 60 lbs. Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with co-workers and customers. Demonstrated ability to read and write the English language and to understand and follow oral instructions. Demonstrated ability to stand for extended lengths of time (five hours or more). Demonstrated ability to learn, retain and utilize training procedures.
Special licenses, registration or certification
None
Education or training
Basic housekeeping training in the use of equipment and chemicals.
Level and type of experience
Some experience operating standard housekeeping equipment.Basic experience in the use and application of chemicals such as germicides, disinfectants and caustic solutions.
Additional Considerations (supplemental knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, licensure, certification)
Some experience as a housekeeping worker in a large office, school or institutional setting.
Conditions of Employment
This position is considered essential personnel and may be required to work during inclement conditions and holidays when the university is closed.
Employee is required to work Friday-Tuesday evenings, 1:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
This is an open until filled recruitment. This recruitment may close after the five-day required posting period when a suitable pool of applicants has been generated.
Annual Salary/Hourly Rate
Salary commensurate with education and experience
Posting Detail Information
Job Requisition Number
S02568
Job Open To
General Public
Open Date
03/11/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions Summary
Please thoroughly answer all sections of the application.
When listing your current and past positions, please list start and
end dates.
Criminal Background Check
The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.
College Home Page
www.odu.edu
Department Home Page
https://ww1.odu.edu/content/odu/life/gettinginvolved/webb.html
Equity Statement
It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Diversity at (757) 683-3141.
Alternative Hiring Process
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process.
To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter.
To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or consistent with contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Specifically explain your housekeeping experience and skills.
(Open Ended Question) - * What housekeeping equipment have you used in prior positions?
(Open Ended Question) - * What is your customer service experience?
(Open Ended Question) - * Explain your experience with housekeeping chemicals.
(Open Ended Question) - * Are you able to work Friday - Tuesday?
- YES
- NO
- Are you able to work 1:30pm - 10:00pm daily?
- Yes
- No
Required Documents
- Resume
- Yellow Layoff Form
- Blue Layoff Card
- AHP Letter
