Lead Housekeeper, 1st Shift (Day Shift)

University of New England, United States

Updated: 13 days ago
Location: Portland, MAINE
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


Position Type Professional Staff
Faculty Track
Position Title Lead Housekeeper, 1st Shift (Day Shift)
Employment Status Full Time
Months 12
Campus Portland, ME
Description
The University of New England (UNE), Maine’s largest private university, is hiring a Lead Housekeeper to join our campus services team. This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for experienced housekeepers, custodians, janitors, or cleaners seeking a day-shift position with consistent hours.
Our housekeeping team plays a vital role in maintaining clean, safe, and welcoming campus environments across university buildings and offices
Pay: $20.50 per hour (annualized to $42,640)
Schedule: 1st (Day shift)
About the University of New England
UNE is Maine’s largest private university, with two beautiful coastal campuses in Maine, a one-of-a-kind study-abroad campus in Tangier, Morocco, and an array of flexible online offerings. In an uncommonly welcoming and supportive community, we offer hands-on learning, empowering students to positively impact a world full of challenges. We are the state’s top provider of health professionals and home to Maine’s only medical and dental colleges, a variety of other interprofessionally aligned health care programs, and nationally recognized programs in the marine sciences, the natural and social sciences, business, the humanities, and the arts.
Benefits Overview
  • Multiple health and dental plan options, plus vision coverage.
  • Up to 8% retirement plan match.
  • Generous leave time, including vacation, sick, and personal time, and 12+ holidays per year.
  • Educational benefits:
    • UNE tuition waiver for employees, spouses, and domestic partners
    • UNE tuition waiver for dependents of employees with 1 year of full-time service
      • 50% tuition reduction if less than 1 year of full-time service


For more information about our outstanding benefits, please visit: UNE Benefits Overview
Responsibilities
  • Lead and support a team of 12–20 housekeeping/custodial staff across multiple buildings.
  • Train new employees on cleaning procedures, safety practices, and equipment use.
  • Assign daily work schedules and monitor cleaning progress.
  • Inspect completed work to ensure quality standards are met.
  • Assist team members with problem-solving and unusual situations.
  • Handle minor personnel issues and escalate concerns when needed.
  • Review timesheets and support scheduling coordination.
  • Perform commercial cleaning and janitorial duties including vacuuming, sweeping, dust mopping, floor washing, stripping, waxing, and buffing.
  • Shampoo carpets and perform project-based deep cleaning.
  • Clean and sanitize restrooms; stock supplies and maintain cleanliness standards.
  • Wash windows, walls, furniture, fixtures, and high-touch surfaces.
  • Collect trash, recycling, and maintain exterior areas around buildings.
  • Replace light bulbs, move furniture, and support building setup needs.
  • Perform routine cleaning of vents, fixtures, and mechanical components.
  • Assist with seasonal duties such as snow removal.
  • Communicate and coordinate with Facilities Management, Human Resources, and other campus departments.
  • Promote a respectful, inclusive, and team-oriented work environment.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
  • High school diploma preferred.
  • 2–3 years of custodial, housekeeping, or commercial cleaning experience.
  • Experience with commercial cleaning equipment and chemicals.
  • Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
  • Strong communication, decision-making, and time management skills.
  • Ability to work effectively with a diverse campus community.
  • Valid driver’s license required.
  • Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.
  • Physical ability to perform cleaning tasks and operate equipment.
  • Experience troubleshooting cleaning equipment is a plus.
EEO Statement Summary
Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities.
COVID Vaccination Statement (PLEASE NOTE)
Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine’s immunization requirements for clinical activity.
Additional Note
This position is not eligible for H-1B visa sponsorship.

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number 2022PS0807P
Open Date 02/20/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes

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