Housekeeper I, High Performance Work Team

University Operations:

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The Opportunity :

The Housekeeping Department within University Operations is seeking a Housekeeper I, High Performance Work Team to support a clean, safe, and welcoming campus environment. This position has a direct impact on the daily experience of students, staff, visitors, and campus partners through reliable service, professionalism, and positive interactions.

The Housekeeper I, High Performance Work Team is responsible for maintaining assigned areas to established standards through a combination of custodial services and light maintenance tasks that support the overall safety, appearance, and functionality of campus spaces. Duties include routine, project, and deep cleaning; responding to service requests; and proactively addressing issues as they arise. The role requires flexibility to respond to emergencies or unforeseen needs, with assignments rotating as necessary to support departmental priorities and promote cross‑training.

This role requires foundational custodial knowledge and skills, including hard floor care, carpet care, sanitation practices, and the ability to safely perform basic maintenance tasks. A strong customer service mindset and attention to detail are essential for success in this position.

Responsibilities:

• •Clean and maintain horizontal and vertical surfaces by dusting, wiping, and scrubbing furniture, walls, and equipment, including performing high dusting in hard-to-reach areas.
• •Vacuum carpeted areas, including moving and replacing furniture, and perform spot cleaning as needed.
• •Sweep and mop floors (both dry and wet), including stairwells, entrances, and other flooring areas.
• •Remove waste, including trash and recycling, in a timely and efficient manner.
• •Clean, sanitize and restock restrooms and common-use facilities (sinks, toilets, showers, mirrors, stalls, and receptacles). Apply knowledge of sanitation practices and proper use of cleaning chemicals.
• •Shampoo and extract carpets and upholstered surfaces as needed.
• •Perform hard floor care, including buffing and maintenance of floor finishes.
• •Clean windows, entryways, and other glass surfaces.
• •Assist with basic maintenance tasks such as painting, replacing light bulbs, carpet tiles, and ceiling tiles.
• •Identify and report maintenance, health, or sanitation deficiencies.
• •Support inventory control and maintain organized storage/cleaning closets.
• •Respond to emergencies or urgent situations (e.g., water leaks, biohazard cleanup, limited air quality issues).
• •Stand for up to eight hours and lift a minimum of 50 lbs. with or without an accommodation.
• •Occasional schedule flexibility may be necessary to support university events, which may include weekends and holidays.

Minimum Qualifications :

Completion of 9th grade.

Preferred Qualifications :

• •1+ year of previous work experience in an operational environment.
• •1+ year of previous experience performing basic maintenance tasks in a commercial or residential setting (painting, light bulb replacement, and minor carpet or ceiling tile repairs, etc.)
• •Experience with small and large tools required for essential tasks (floor care equipment, mop/mop bucket, dust mop, broom, scrub pad, common maintenance tools, etc.)
• •Familiarity with work order related software.
• •Capacity to understand safety guidelines and use approved chemicals by Environmental Health & Safety to perform essential job functions.
• •Customer service-oriented mindset with the ability to interact professionally with staff and respond to inquiries courteously.
• •Strong communication skills with the ability to follow written and oral instructions effectively.
• •Basic decision-making abilities to assess and address cleaning and maintenance needs.
• •Adaptability to work under varied environmental conditions and schedules.

Health Assessment Required:

UCF policy requires completion and passing of a physical exam for this position.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

UCF is seeking to fill multiple roles for the Housekeeper I, High Performance Work Team. Candidates for this job posting will be considered for additional vacancies in this department.

All applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, and the university cannot accommodate H‑1B transfers or employment-based visa processing for individuals currently sponsored by another employer.

New hires selected for this position at the University of Central Florida can expect to be offered the base salary amount for the role. Compensation is determined in alignment with UCF’s pay structure and internal equity considerations.

This role requires the successful candidate to work on-site at UCF as their primary work location. On-site presence is an essential function of this role.

Depending on the assigned work location and schedule, a valid Class E driver’s license may be required.

Please note that under this position title, the department is considering hiring for multiple work schedules. Specific schedule assignments will be determined based on departmental needs and candidate availability. Applicants may be considered for any of the available schedules and are encouraged to indicate their scheduling preferences, if any, within their application materials.

• •Monday - Friday (4:00 AM to 12:30 PM)
• •Monday - Friday (7:30 AM to 4:00 PM)
• •Sunday - Thursday (7:30 AM to 4:00 PM)
• •Tuesday - Saturday (8:00 AM to 4:30 PM)
• •Friday - Tuesday (6:30 AM to 3:00 PM)
• •Sunday - Thursday (8:00 AM to 4:30 PM)
• •Sunday - Thursday (6:30 AM to 3:00 PM)
• •Tuesday – Saturday (12:00 AM to 8:30 PM)
• •Monday - Friday (3:00 PM to 11:30 PM) (eligible for 5% shift differential pay)
• •Sunday - Thursday (12:00 PM to 8:30 PM)
• •Tuesday - Saturday (1:30 PM - 10:00 PM)
• •Sunday - Thursday (1:30 PM - 10:00 PM)

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 12 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you’ll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills, and you’ll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers:

• •Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
• •Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
• •Retirement savings options
• •Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
• •Education assistance
• •And more... For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide .

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Facilities and Business Operation