Housekeeper

The Beta Sigma chapter of Tri Delta at the University of Virginia is looking for a Housekeeper who can assist with the daily cleaning of our chapter home. This role is responsible for maintaining the chapter facility by ensuring it is clean, sanitary and safe for residents. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, are passionate about your work, and love contributing to a tight-knit community, we would love for you to apply!

• Status: Part-Time, Hourly, Seasonal
• Location: On-site
• Supervised by: House Director

Why work for Tri Delta?

• Excellent work environment and mission driven culture
• Daytime working hours to be confirmed with supervisor
• Typical schedule: up to 20 hours a week, estimated Monday, Wednesday & Friday 4-6 hours each day. Final details to be confirmed with supervisor
• Paid Holidays
• Benefits for Part-time Employees including Retirement, Life Insurance, and access to Tri Delta's Dental, Vision, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance
• Work only when the university is in session

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Cleaning
  • Ensure that the facility is clean, orderly and safe for residents
  • Steam-clean carpets and use cleaning solutions to remove stains and clean surfaces with various cleaning agents
  • Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, and squeegees
  • Dust furniture, straighten and scrub surface clean; Dusting of all common areas
  • Apply wax to coat floors and buff; apply a sealant to floors
  • Clean and service restrooms with mops and disinfectants daily
  • Regular cleaning/vacuuming of the floors and carpets in all common areas including stairs and hallways
  • Empty all trash daily
  • Daily cleaning of kitchens; and other duties at the request of the kitchen staff (sinks, counters, floors, etc.)
  • Pick up of trash in all common areas (not responsible for any resident’s personal items)
  • Restock paper items, soap and cleaning supplies as needed
  • Perform a summer deep cleaning of the entire facility after residents have moved out
• Administrative/General Responsibilities
  • Identify and report possible repairs
  • Report to the house director any action necessary to properly maintain the cleanliness of the facility
  • Promptly notify the house director of any maintenance problems or unsafe conditions in or around the facility
  • Work and coordinate with the house director regarding ordering supplies. The housekeeper shall never order any supplies without the express consent and authorization of the house director
  • Properly care for all supplies
  • Thoroughly check and store supplies that are delivered to the chapter
  • Promptly remit any purchase orders for supplies to the house director
  • Advise when items or supplies need to be replaced and/or repaired
  • Attend scheduled staff meetings and any requested training sessions
  • Submit work hours for payroll through an online payroll system
  • Observe all facility rules, as determined by the chapter and house director
  • Refrain from the use of alcohol or drugs in or around the chapter facility
  • Maintain a professional relationship with all chapter members and residents, other employees, and volunteers
  • Immediately notify the house director of any accidents or injuries while on duty

Qualifications

Required qualifications include:

• 1 to 3+ years of related experience
• Possesses skills to operate a computer including web browsing, email, and Microsoft Office products
• Meet specified physical requirements of lifting no more than 40 lbs, standing for long periods of time, and use of hands to handle and control tools
• Ability to speak and read English
• Ability to use proper discretion and independent judgement in carrying out the primary roles and responsibilities of the position

Important Considerations

• We do require successful completion of a background check and drug test. If this is a concern, please discuss it with the hiring team during your first interview.
• Tri Delta does NOT use AI or algorithm based tools in our hiring process.

Tri Delta’s employees are called to kindness, appreciate each other’s unique abilities, and value diverse perspectives. We welcome candidates with a wide range of experiences, identities and viewpoints. At Tri Delta, we don’t just accept differences-we celebrate and support the diverse backgrounds and skills of our employees and believe that they make us stronger. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a workplace free of discrimination and harassment.