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Come join the staff at OU HSC and become a part of Oklahoma's premier research university which leads the state in education and career opportunities. OU HSC is one of only four comprehensive academic health centers in the nation with seven professional colleges. We are currently building worldclass institutes for the treatment of diabetes and cancer. This position performs routine cleaning in offices, residence halls, and public access areas.

Duties:

• Cleans, sweeps, and dusts furniture and equipment.
• Collects and disposes of wastepaper and refuse.
• Mops, sweeps, waxes and polishes floors.
• Maintains and sanitizes lavatories and rest rooms.
• Restocks paper products in rest room and lavatories.
• Locks and unlocks offices, classrooms, and conference areas in order to clean.
• Vacuums carpeted areas where applicable.
• Rearranges furniture to original positions in lounges and common areas.
• May shovel snow from doorways and sidewalks.
• Performs various duties as needed in order to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Job Requirements

Required Education/Experience: None

Skills:

• Ability to accurately read and understand written materials and instructions
• Customer Service
• Ability to safely and accurately use assorted chemicals and cleaning appliances

Certifications/Licenses: Valid Oklahoma Driver's License to drive University vehicles or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire date

Working Conditions:

• Physical:
• Lifting and carrying loads up to 100 lbs.
• Prolonged standing and walking.
• Excessive use of arms in a back and forth motion.
• Excessive stooping and bending.
• Exposure to odors.
• Exposure to disagreeable tasks or conditions.
• Exposure to hazardous chemicals.
• Climbing stairs.
• Environmental:
• May require some weekend and/or overtime work.
• May be designated as an essential position during emergency closures.
• May be required to remain on campus overnight during weather or other emergencies.

Department Preferences:

• High School Diploma or GED

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma values our community's unique talents, perspectives, and experiences. At OU, we aspire to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere. You Belong Here

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law), age (40 or older), religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practice.

Hiring contingent upon a Background Check?: Yes

Special Indications: Hiring contingent upon police records check

Job Posting: Dec 4, 2025

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