What are the responsibilities and job description for the BSDC Housekeeper position at Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services?
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Hiring Agency
Health & Human Services - Agency 25
Location:
Beatrice, NE
Hiring Rate
$16.520
Job Posting
JR2026-00022572 BSDC Housekeeper (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
02-04-2026
Job Description
Beatrice State Developmental Center (BSDC) is seeking a dedicated and dependable Housekeeper/Custodian to join our team. In this role, you will help maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary environment for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as for staff and visitors. This position plays a critical role in supporting health, safety, and quality of life for those we serve. If you take pride in your work and enjoy hands-on responsibilities, we encourage you to apply!
Why Join the State of Nebraska?
The State of Nebraska offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Performs general housekeeping and custodial duties in a residential and facility-based setting serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. All duties are completed according to established daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedules.
Job Duties Include (but Are Not Limited To)
Wage: $16.520 per hour $3.00 per hour facility differential
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:No specific education, training, or experience is required for entry into this position.
Preferred Qualifications
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
Equal Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
Hiring Agency
Health & Human Services - Agency 25
Location:
Beatrice, NE
Hiring Rate
$16.520
Job Posting
JR2026-00022572 BSDC Housekeeper (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
02-04-2026
Job Description
Beatrice State Developmental Center (BSDC) is seeking a dedicated and dependable Housekeeper/Custodian to join our team. In this role, you will help maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary environment for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as for staff and visitors. This position plays a critical role in supporting health, safety, and quality of life for those we serve. If you take pride in your work and enjoy hands-on responsibilities, we encourage you to apply!
Why Join the State of Nebraska?
The State of Nebraska offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Stable Employment Opportunity
- Career Development and Learning Opportunities
- Tuition Assistance
- 156% match of the first 4.8% contribution to the Retirement Plan
- 13 Paid Holidays
- Generous leave accruals, including vacation and sick leave
Performs general housekeeping and custodial duties in a residential and facility-based setting serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. All duties are completed according to established daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedules.
Job Duties Include (but Are Not Limited To)
- Care and maintenance of carpeted and hard surface flooring, including vacuuming, shampooing, dry and wet mopping, buffing, stripping, and applying surface sealants
- Disposal of trash and recyclables from residential, program, and staff areas
- Cleaning and disinfecting bathrooms, resident rooms, common areas, offices, and other assigned spaces
- Removing, washing, and laundering soiled rags, mop heads, and cleaning equipment as needed
- Inventorying, stocking, and monitoring housekeeping supplies
- Refilling and replacing items in dispensers and receptacles as needed
- Operating industrial-type cleaning equipment in a safe and effective manner
- Following infection control, safety, and sanitation standards
Wage: $16.520 per hour $3.00 per hour facility differential
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:No specific education, training, or experience is required for entry into this position.
Preferred Qualifications
- 3 years of custodial or housekeeping experience.
- Experience working at a 24 hour facility.
- Commercial cleaning practices, equipment, supplies, and techniques
- Standard safety practices related to cleaning equipment, hand tools, and power tools
- Occupational hazards and safety precautions in building maintenance and custodial operations
- Skill in the use of hand tools, power tools, and cleaning equipment
- Basic computer skills, including use of email and internal systems
- Ability to communicate effectively and follow directions
- Ability to operate industrial cleaning equipment safely
- Ability to climb ladders or scaffolding to perform work above ground level
- Ability to read and comprehend reference materials, manuals, and instructions
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
Equal Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
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