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Bureau of General Services
Housekeeper II
Opening Date: March 27, 2026
Closing Date: April 17, 2026
Grade/ Admin Unit: 13 / Supervisory
Job Class Code: 1019
Salary:$17.04 - $22.73
Position Number:004552141
Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
This is maintenance and personal services work in overseeing and monitoring housekeeping services. Work involves coordinating custodial housekeeping and supply operations. Worker exercises independent judgement. Work is performed under general supervision.
REPRESENTATIVE TASKS:
- Schedules and monitors housekeeping and supply activities in state buildings in order to ensure work is accomplished correctly and in a timely manner.
- Schedules building inspections in order to ensure cleanliness and orderliness standards are met.
- Evaluates custodial, housekeeping, and supply programs and recommends changes in order to improve operations.
- Implements changes in cleaning procedures in order to improve program effectiveness.
- Trains new employees in order to enable them to perform assigned cleaning tasks.
- Records data and completes reports in order to document activities and provide information.
- Develops and implements linen distribution procedures in order to ensure availability of required linen at all times.
- Implements and complies with human resource laws, policies, procedures and practices such as: AA/EEO, recruitment, employment, position classification, performance appraisals, training, discipline, contract administration, human resource components of security protocols of agency information security and confidentiality policies, and employee safety.
KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Knowledge of applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Knowledge of the materials, methods, and practices used in large-scale housekeeping and custodial operations.
- Knowledge of the operation and care of hand and power cleaning equipment.
- Ability to supervise subordinate personnel.
- Ability to plan, coordinate, and supervise employees engaged in a variety of custodial and housekeeping functions.
- Ability to evaluate housekeeping operations and recommend policy and procedural changes.
- Ability to maintain comprehensive records and prepare reports.
- Ability to use applicable computer programs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience in industrial or institutional housekeeping work including considerable supervisory experience.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Pleasesubmita cover letter along with a current resume.
In order forus to properlydetermineif you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes the month and year for any relevant experience listed. Your resume should include the duties and responsibilities associated with each position. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.
The selected candidate willbe requiredto pass the required background checks (fingerprinting may berequired) as a condition of employment.
Benefits of working for the State of Maine:
No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:
Work-Life Balance– Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave,and3+ weeks of vacation leaveannually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
Health Insurance Coverage– The State of Maine pays85%-100%of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find thepremium costsfor you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
Parental leaveis one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receiveforty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave.Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under theFamily and Medical Leave Act.
Note: Benefits may varysomewhat accordingto specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.
There'sa job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicantsdemonstratejob requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.
Ifyou’relooking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do,we’dlove to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
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