Lead Housekeeper

Lead Housekeeper

Salary

$23.57 - $28.81 Hourly

Location

1 Bungtown Road, Cold Spring Harbor- Main Campus

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

02077

Process Level

Facilities

Department

Building Services

Opening Date

04/15/2026

• Description
• Benefits

Position Description

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Lead Housekeeper to oversee and perform cleaning and housekeeping duties to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to lead by example.

Position Responsibilities

• Responsible for the daily operation of Laundry
• Supervision and set-up of housekeeping staff to cover weekends
• Driving a lab vehicle to transport staff, pick-up and drop off of laundry and other supplies
• Carry linens, towels, toilet items, and cleaning supplies using wheeled carts.
• Clean rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, locker rooms, and other work areas.
• Clean rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and draperies, using vacuum cleaners.
• Dust window blinds.
• Dust and polish furniture.
• Clean windows, walls, ceilings, and woodwork; waxing and polishing, as necessary.
• Empty wastebaskets and transport trash and waste to disposal areas.
• Replenish supplies, such as drinking glasses, linens, and bathroom items.
• Keep storage areas and carts well-stocked, clean, and tidy.
• Clean laundry using commercial washing machines and dryers.
• Fold and prepare bath and bed linens for use.

Position Requirements

Schedule:

• Normal work week is Friday thru Tuesday

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required

Experience:

• Housekeeping experience, with a strong focus on customer service. 3 to 5 years of experience preferred.

Skills:

• Valid driver's license
• Demonstrated leadership ability
• Strong customer service and needs assessment skills
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques and equipment
• Exceptional attention to detail

Supplemental Information

Please apply here: Lead Housekeeper | Job Details tab | Career Pages

Position ID: 02077

Environment:

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is a world-renowned biomedical research institution in New York. It has shaped contemporary biomedical research and is the home of eight Nobel Prize laureates. Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory provides a highly dynamic and interactive research environment and also a unique opportunity of timely exposure to advances in various biomedical research fields and of interaction with a broad range of researchers from all over the world through its renowned Meetings and Courses program. We believe that science is for everyone and our researchers have a wide variety of backgrounds.

Compensation and Benefits:

Our employees are compensated in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, and a range of recognition and wellness programs. Visit our CSHL Benefits sites to learn more. The hourly rate for this position is $23.57-$28.81. The hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, credentials, and internal equity).

CSHL is an EO Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. VEVRAA Federal Contractor

Our employees are compensated in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, paid time off, a Wellness Center and access to an affordable and licensed on-site childcare center. Visit our CSHL Benefits site to learn more.

Employer Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory

Address Luke Building, One Bungtown Road

Cold Spring Harbor, New York, 11724

Website http://www.cshl.edu