Housekeeper

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Closing Date:

10/02/2026

Type of Position:

Skilled Labor

Job Type:

RegularDay Shift (United States of America)No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Department:

AA | Campus Life Hkping

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

Housekeeper provides general daily housekeeping duties to create a clean, orderly, and welcoming environment for residents living in a 177-unit campus housing facility and a separate Student Center. Routine work schedules include detail cleaning and floor care for resident living spaces, common areas, and administrative offices. Position adheres strictly to rules regarding health and safety as determined by the organization.

Qualifications:

High School diploma/GED required.

Preferred Qualifications

One (1) year of experience in the area of housekeeping, hospitality, or facility maintenance.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of industry-approved cleaning supplies and equipment.

• Knowledge of general custodial service requirements for campus housing facilities.

• Ability to work independently and maintain a high level of performance.

• Ability to prioritize tasks, show attention to detail, and manage time effectively.

• Ability to work quickly without compromising quality.

• Demonstrate honesty, dependability, and integrity.

• Ability to respond to reasonable customer requests in a friendly, professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for daily cleaning of Student Center, including vacuuming, mopping, detailed bathroom cleaning (3), trash removal, and cleaning/sanitizing dining tables.

• Responsible for cleaning, disinfecting, and organizing common living spaces in a 177-unit campus housing facility, including windows, 8 lobbies, 2 community kitchens, 4 public restrooms, and laundry facility.

• Responsible for cleaning 7 administrative offices, 2 break rooms, a supply room, a conference room, and a housekeeping laundry and storage area.

• Deep cleans and disinfects rooms after residents vacate, including kitchens (sink, cabinets, stove, refrigerator, microwave, pantry), private and shared bathrooms (sink, tub/shower, toilet, cabinets), floors, living/dinning/sleeping areas.

• Provides weekly housekeeping service for specialty suite rooms including: dusting, vacuuming, detailing kitchen and bathroom, changing sheets, providing fresh bed/bath linens.

• Shares responsibility for floor care in a 177-unit campus housing facility, including carpet cleaning, floor tile refinishing (stripping/waxing/buffing), and daily sweeping/mopping of hallways, stairways, and common areas. Also involves moving furniture before and after cleaning.

• Responsible for cleaning and maintaining recycling areas, 8 trash chute rooms, and basement storage area.

• Restocks specialty suites with adequate kitchen and bath supplies. Restocks housekeeping carts with supplies and cleaning products.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

$16 hour

Required Documents to Apply:

Resume

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing, Standing, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Grasping, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping

Occasional Physical Activity:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Talking

Benefits Eligible:

Yes