As an independent institution in the Catholic tradition of American higher education, Fisher emphasizes the liberal arts, offering programs in traditional academic disciplines as well as more directly career-oriented fields. Fisher is a community where all are welcome, regardless of religious or cultural background. We are located in Pittsford, N.Y., seven miles outside of the city of Rochester. The campus is situated on 164 park-like acres—a beautiful setting for a warm, friendly campus community.
Job Responsibilities:
| This position supports campus-wide housekeeping activities and assists other Facilities services groups achieving the department's mission to provide proactive, professional and cost effective and customer oriented services. Housekeeper I position encompasses general housekeeping duties in residence halls, academic, athletic and administration buildings. Attention to cleaning details is critical to this position. | The responsibilities of this position are but not limited to:
Empty and spot clean waste receptacles including replacement of liners.
Empty recycling containers as required.
Clean and maintain floors / carpets, walls and stairwells in assigned areas using appropriate chemicals and equipment. Methods include but not limited to; sweeping, dusting, vacuuming, wiping, scrubbing and mopping.
Spot clean carpets as required
Dust, clean and polish building surfaces, shelves, HVAC vents, cabinets and furniture.
Clean chalk/marker boards.
Return classroom furniture and other furniture such as lounges to proper position.
Clean, polish and disinfect bathroom fixtures including toilets, showers, water fountains, partitions, walls, floors and replenish bathroom supplies.
Wash interior and exterior windows.
Properly maintain housekeeping closets and cleaning equipment.
Complete reports and supply request forms
Assist set-up and/or tear down of events and activities
Report to supervisor or Facility Services office for any broken, nonfunctional, or damaged items.
Other duties as assigned
Education / Experience:
Required
High school education or a GED and one year of institutional housekeeping experience preferred.
Ability to understand and display written and oral communication skills.
Competencies / Skills:
Housekeeping skills in institutional cleaning is desired. On the job training is provided.
Must be able to understand / follow basic safety precautions involved in the use of cleaning chemicals, operation of motorized equipment, and personal protective equipment.
Must be able to understand and follow a work schedule and complete assigned tasks in the time allotted.
Must be able to effectively communicate in English
Must have a valid NYS driver's license and a good driving record.
Supervision of Employees:
N/A
Physical and Mental Demands:
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Full range of body motion during an entire work shift including: reaching, stooping, kneeling, standing, bending, lifting of minimum 25 pounds maximum of 50 pounds. Climbing stairs is required.
Full shift mopping, vacuuming, scrubbing, wiping horizontal and vertical surfaces.
Empty large waste containers (35 pounds) Empty large recycling bins (40 pounds)
Exposure to normal and necessary cleaning chemicals and compounds
Mental Demands:
Ability to think through clearly amid changing priorities and circumstances.
Maintain professional attitude and demeanor in difficult situations.
Ability to multitask in a very busy work environment.
Exercise sound judgment.
Work Hours:
Wednesday-Sunday 7am – 3:30pm (40 hours includes weekends)
EEO Statement:
It is the policy of St. John Fisher University to provide Equal Employment Opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with the applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in each locality in which the University has employees.
The University does not discriminate against applicants or employees in hiring, promotion, termination or the terms and conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sex, perceived sex, gender identity, gender expression, the status of being transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital status, military status, veteran status, predisposing genetic, characteristics or genetic information, arrest or conviction record, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The Title IX Coordinator is the designated University official with primary responsibility for coordinating compliance with Title IX and related federal and state laws. The Title IX Coordinator, Meg Flaherty, Ph.D., can be reached by phone (585-385-8232), email (titleix@sjfc.edu), in-person in Campus Center 206, or outside of business hours by contacting the Office of Safety and Security (585-385-8111).
St. John Fisher College is an independent, liberal arts institution in the Catholic tradition of American higher education. The College emphasizes liberal learning for students in traditional academic disciplines, as well as for those in more directly career-oriented fields. We are committed to enriching the work, teaching and life experiences for all faculty and staff, in support of the College’s mission. Human Resources is dedicated to providing high quality service with a true sense of personal value for all faculty, staff and their families and consistently meeting or exceeding expectations in all human capital disciplines. Mission: St. John Fisher College is a collaborative community dedicated to teaching, learning, and scholarship in a student-centered educational environment. The College is guided by its liberal arts tradition and its Catholic heritage, as expressed in the motto of its founders, the Basilian Fathers: “teach me goodness, discipline, and knowledge.” Fisher engages individuals in lives of intellectual inquiry, professional integrity, and civic responsibility, where diversity and service to others are valued and practiced.