Housekeeping Worker

Job Title

Housekeeping Worker (Role Code 79071-SW, FLSA Nonexempt, Pay Band 01, Position Number )

Southside Virginia Community College Division, Southside Virginia Community College (Div)

Three positions available on Alberta, VA and/or Keysville, VA campuses. Location preference will be considered.

Typical day shift hours may be adjusted as needed to support college operations. Sample schedules:

• Alberta:
  Mon – Fri. 6:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
• Alberta:
  Sat. & Sun 3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. & Mon
  -Wed. 11:00 pm – 7:00 a.m.
• Keysville:
  Mon – Fri. 2:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
• Keysville:
  Mon – Wed. 2:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. & Fri. 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.
• Keysville:
  Mon – Sat. 11:00 p.m. – 8:00 a.m.
• Keysville:
  Mon
  -Wed. 11:00 pm – 7:00 am & Sat 7:00 am – 3:00 pm
• Alberta:
  Mon
  -Wed. 9:00 am – 11:00 pm & Fri 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
• Alberta:
  Mon - Sat. 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm
• Alberta:
  Mon - Sat. 8:00 am – 7:00 pm
• Alberta:
  Mon
  -Sat. 2:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Note:

The college may change hours if needed for agency operations.

• Keep inside buildings and outside grounds areas neat and clean
• Perform housekeeping duties such as cleaning classrooms and restrooms; sweep, damp mop, clean up spills and empty trash
• Strip, seal, wax, and buff floors as assigned
• Coordinate and assist with the setup of equipment and furniture for events, or as needed
• Make periodic rounds of the building and parking lots to ensure safety of students, faculty, staff, and security of equipment; report any problems to the Buildings & Grounds Supervisor
• Assist students, staff, faculty, and visitors as needed
• Assist with the evacuation of the building in case of an emergency, and assist with getting help for medical and security emergencies
• Willingness to work flexible schedules, including different shifts, weekends, and special events as required
• May, on occasion, be responsible for distributing campus mail and delivering outgoing mail to the local Post Office
• Perform preventive maintenance and monitor mechanical systems during shift; report any problems to the Buildings and Grounds Supervisor
• Lock and unlock all doors before and after students leave; turn on and off all lights and unused equipment

• Experience in performing cleaning tasks, floor care, restroom cleaning, and general custodial care
• Knowledge of cleaning methods and use of cleaning chemicals and supplies, and of safety practices as related to the work
• Ability to perform a variety of cleaning tasks, lift and move heavy objects up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to operate manual and power equipment
• Ability to deliver exceptional customer service
• Ability to read and understand product labels, handling instructions, user manuals, etc
• Ability to work without close supervision
• Ability to read and understand simple instructions
• Ability to operate computers and use basic software such as e‑mail, time reporting, and work order applications
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain strict confidentiality of information accessed while performing duties in classrooms, office spaces, and other campus facilities
• Ability to work both independently with minimal supervision while following established policies and procedures, and as part of a team
• Must possess and maintain a valid Virginia driver’s license

• Knowledge of the proper way to strip, seal, wax, and buff floors
• Knowledge of basic security

Full Time, no telework options, no bilingual requirement, no supervisory responsibilities. State vehicle operation is required. Occasional travel between sites.

Minimum salary: $28,360, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Benefits:
State and VCCS benefits.

Apply online through the state application system. Contact:
Jennifer Davis, email jennifer.davis, phone 434‑949‑1048. All applicants must create a user account. State employees affected by Policy 1.3 Layoff and possessing a valid Inter‑agency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card) must submit the Card before the closing date.

Job posting number . Recruitment type:
General Public. Vacancy:
1. Open until filled. Job close date: 03/13/2026.

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