Position Summary Information
| Classification Title |
Building Environmental Services Technician (Housing Operations) |
| Working Title |
Housekeeper |
| Location |
Boone, NC |
| Job Category |
8 |
| Position Number |
036251 |
| Not Eligible for Visa Sponsorship |
VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S |
| Department |
University Housing-Operations - 325100 |
| Primary Purpose of Position |
The primary purpose of this position is to maintain all residence halls at a high level of cleanliness and sanitation. Housekeeping staff are responsible for the proper maintenance and appearance of residence hall public areas such as lobbies, lounges, hallways, stairwells and elevators. Housekeepers also clean and sanitize bathrooms, distribute supplies, sweep, mop and wax floors. |
| Minimum Qualifications |
Some knowledge of cleaning procedures, ability to follow instructions and to perform medium to heavy physical work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. |
| License/Certification Required |
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| Essential Job Functions |
Duties include performing cleaning such as
- sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, dusting
- using environmentally preferred cleaning agents for cleaning and disinfecting
- vacuuming as well as operating floor maintenance equipment
- stripping and waxing floor as needed
- keeping work areas in a clean and orderly condition
- communicating with fellow workers, guests and students in a manner that allows work to be completed and insures harmony and teamwork in the workplace
- demonstrating knowledge of safety hazards
- Working as part of a team during summer cleaning in a variety of duties as listed above, and other duties as assigned by supervisor.
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| Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position |
Ability to perform a variety of duties to include all aspects of cleaning such as dusting, sweeping, mopping, window cleaning, carpet cleaning, operation of floor maintenance equipment, stripping & waxing floors, trash removal, restroom sanitation, supply ordering, etc. Basic computer skills such as communicating through email, ordering online supplies, submitting work order requests. |
| Preferred Qualifications |
Knowledge, skills and abilities to perform a variety of duties including all aspects of
- cleaning, sweeping, mopping,
- trash removal,
- restroom sanitation, etc.
Basic computer skills to perform tasks such as email and supply ordering.
Experience in operating floor maintenance equipment such as auto scrubber, high speed buffer, carpet extractor.
Knowledge and experience in using a variety of cleaning products |
| Required Functional Competencies to Successfully Perform Job Duties. |
Knowledge/Technical: Cleans the interior and exterior of buildings using the appropriate cleaning solutions and equipment.
Interpersonal Skills: Develops and maintains effective working relationships with others in order to encourage and support communication and teamwork.
Customer Service: Respectfully listens and responds to customer, student, staff and faculty needs promptly.
Communication: Listens to co-workers and/or guests questions or identifies questions that need answering. |
| Type of Position |
Permanent Full-Time |
| Staff/Non-Faculty |
Staff/Non-Faculty |
| Appointment Type |
1.0 |
| Work Schedule/Hours |
Monday - Friday, 7am to 4pm; May require occasional evening and weekend work. |
| Number of Hours Per Week |
40 |
| Number of Months Per Year |
12 |
| Mandatory Staff |
Yes |
| Physical Demands of Position |
Job requires moderate to heavy physical work loads, some of which may be repetitive. Bending, stooping, twisting, etc. as well as climbing step ladders |
| Overall Competency Level |
Journey |
| Salary Grade Equivalency |
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| Salary Range |
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| Anticipated Hiring Range |
$33,540 |
Pay will be commensurate with applicant competencies, budget, equity and market considerations.
Posting Details Information
| Posting Date |
01/27/2026 |
| Closing Date |
02/08/2026 |
| Competency Level Statement |
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| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Search Chair Name |
Kerry Hines |
| Search Chair Email |
hineske2@appstate.edu |
| Applicant Pool Preference |
External (Post on the Web) |
Departmental Information
| Quick Link |
https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/53066 |
| Posting Number |
201502935P |
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