Housekeeper - Utility

Housekeeper - Utility

Salary

$32,705.00 Annually

Location

Dallas, NC

Job Type

Full-Time Regular Staff

Job Number

2022-00723

Division

Facilities and Plant Operations

Department

Housekeeping

Opening Date

04/23/2026

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SUMMARY

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Performs a wide range of housekeeping and related support duties to ensure assigned areas are clean, sanitary, safe, and orderly, while contributing to a positive campus environment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

General Duties and Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality customer service while adhering to college policies, procedures, and safety standards; foster positive working relationships and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
• Identify, report, and help mitigate safety hazards, maintenance issues, and repair needs (e.g., leaks, damaged fixtures, unsafe conditions).
• Support campus operations by assisting with the setup, operation, and breakdown of indoor and outdoor events, including moving and arranging furniture, staging, and equipment, and installing/removing signage.
• Move and arrange furniture and equipment to support classroom configurations, office relocations, events, and other operational needs.
• Provide housekeeping support for athletic facilities and campus events as assigned.
• Assist with approved pest control and wildlife management efforts, as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Daily Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of assigned areas by emptying waste and recycling, collecting and transporting trash to designated disposal areas.
• Clean and maintain entrances, including doors, glass, walkways, and surrounding areas; remove debris, smudges, spider webs, etc..
• Clean and sanitize restrooms and showers (if applicable), including floors, fixtures, mirrors, countertops, and high-touch surfaces.
• Replenish supplies such as toiletries and towels.
• Clean glass surfaces, windows, and partitions as needed.
• Vacuum carpets and rugs; sweep and mop floors, corridors, stairways, and common areas as needed.
• Operate cleaning equipment (e.g., vacuums, buffers, polishers) in accordance with training and safety guidelines.
• Maintain organized cleaning supply areas and monitor inventory levels.
• Clean classroom boards only as directed; ensure trays and surrounding surfaces are maintained.

Weekly Duties and Responsibilities (Minimum)

• Dust surfaces including furniture, railings, shelves, windowsills, and fixtures.
• Clean baseboards and spot-clean walls.
• Mop stairs and perform detailed floor care as needed.
• Clean interior glass surfaces, partitions, and doors.
• Service and maintain exterior waste receptacles.

Periodic (Annual or As Assigned) Duties

• Deep clean rugs, draperies, and upholstered furniture.
• Shampoo carpets and perform floor restoration as needed.
• Clean accessible interior and exterior windows.

MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED/HSE preferred.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior professional housekeeping experience and experience operating cleaning equipment (e.g., vacuums, buffers, burnishers) preferred.

• Experience operating outdoor equipment (e.g., tractors) preferred.

• Pesticide license or ability to obtain.

• Valid driver's license required.

• Successful completion of background check required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to perform moderate physical labor, including bending, stooping, reaching, and repetitive motions.

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, including climbing stairs and covering large campus areas.

• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.

• Ability to safely use cleaning chemicals and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including non-slip, safety-toe footwear.

• Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts, based on operational needs.

Gaston College provides a comprehensive, affordable insurance and benefits program. We are continuously investigating new benefit offerings that are responsive to the needs of our regular employees.

• State Health Plan
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Additional Supplemental Insurances
• NC State Retirement Plan
• Supplemental Retirement Plans
• Disability Benefits, Long- and Short-Term
• Longevity Pay
• State Employees Credit Union Eligibility
• Leave (Vacation, Sick, FMLA, Civil and Military, Child/Student Involvement, Education, and Voluntary Shared)
• Paid Holidays
• Educational Advancement Compensation
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Discount Program
• Benefits Overview Booklet

Please note: Temporary (part-time) employees do not earn benefits.

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Have you reviewed the job posting, including the salary, for this position?

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Have you reviewed the Physical Requirements for this position and are you able to perform them?

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Are you able to work a flexible schedule including evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts, based on operational needs.? (required)

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Are you able to wear non-slip foot wear? (Required)

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Do you have a valid drivers license? (required)

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Do you have a Pesticide license or ability to obtain one?

• Yes
• No

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Employer Gaston College

Address 201 Highway 321 South

Dallas, North Carolina, 28034

Phone 704-922-2234

Website http://www.gaston.edu