Housekeeper

Position Summary

A Housekeeper is primarily responsible for daily cleaning routines of private and public areas such as offices, laboratories, cafeterias, conference rooms, restrooms, dormitories, corridors, stairs, water fountains, elevators, doors, and walls, while ensuring a safe and risk-preventive environment.

Work Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday 2:30 pm - 11 pm

Position Responsibilities

• Restrooms must be cleaned, monitored, and replenished daily, which includes disinfecting all basins, urinals, and toilet bowls, and sweeping and mopping floors
• Replenish all dispensers as needed while reporting any damaged or malfunctioning units to a manager or supervisor
• Remove trash and recycle as needed
• Periodic cleaning such as vacuuming, mopping, and waxing/buffing floors; dusting office furniture, vents, corridors, and staircases
• Snow removal (by use of shovels and power equipment)
• Setting up tables and chairs for functions
• Moving furniture as required
• Operate a motor vehicle to transport garbage as needed
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned

Experience & Educational Background

• A High School Diploma
• 1 year of housekeeping experience is required
• Valid state-issued driver’s license preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Must be able to work the majority of the day, walking, twisting, bending, pushing, and kneeling while working
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Knowledge of various cleaning methods, materials, chemicals, and equipment
• Must have knowledge of floor and carpet care and equipment such as: refinishing, scrubbing, hi-speed burnishing, polishing, shampooing, and extraction
• The ability to operate heavy machinery and/or equipment such as BobCat, Forklift, Snow Blowers, Plows, and drive the University’s vehicles
• Respirator Fit Testing may be required

Salary Range

Grade 1.A

1199 New Hire rate: $24.64 and 1199 One Year of Service rate: $25.13

As of July 1, 2026, 1199 New Hire rate: $25.81, and 1199 One Year of Service rate: $26.32

About Us

Yeshiva University is dedicated to academic excellence, intellectual exploration, and the advancement of timeless values that shape and impact lives. With a rich tradition rooted in Jewish thought and heritage, YU fosters a dynamic learning environment across its undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools. Our mission is to cultivate the next generation of leaders who will contribute meaningfully to society, guided by a commitment to ethics, innovation, and service. Our community extends far beyond the classroom, encompassing thousands of students, faculty, staff, and more than 70,000 alumni and supporters worldwide, all working together to build a brighter future.

As a Yeshiva University employee, you will be part of a welcoming, diverse, and intellectually engaging community that values collaboration, excellence, and professional growth. We offer a supportive and stimulating workplace with tangible employee benefits, opportunities for advancement, and a strong sense of purpose. Beyond professional development, YU is committed to ensuring a high quality of life for its employees, offering a work environment that prioritizes well-being, work-life balance, and a culture of mutual respect. Every role at YU contributes to our broader mission of education, research, and societal impact, ensuring that all members of our community—students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends—are inspired to make a difference. We invite you to bring your talent and passion to YU and join us in shaping the future.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to all employees and candidates without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.