Housekeeper (Part-Time)

Johnston County (NC) • Smithfield, NC

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About The Position

The Johnston County DSS mission is to serve, aid and protect needy and vulnerable children and adults in ways that strengthen and preserve families. We provide human services programs that are intended to promote the health, well-being, self-sufficiency and protection of families, children and adults within our community. Johnston County Department of Social Services has an immediate opening for a Part-Time Housekeeper. Work hours will vary between the hours of Monday - Friday 10:00am - 6:00pm. This position will be required to work after the agency has closed and clients and staff have left.

Requirements

• General knowledge of effective housekeeping practices including floor maintenance.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to relate to clientele served.
• Ability to perform medium to heavy physical work.
• Some knowledge of mechanics.
• Must be able to lift over 75 lbs.
• Education and/or experience in housekeeping work that is directly related to the job and consistent with accepted practices of the trade.

Responsibilities

• Sweeps, mops and vacuums floor surfaces.
• Waxes and buffs terrazzo and tile floor surfaces.
• Maintains bathroom areas in a sanitary manner and replenishes paper supplies as necessary.
• Cleans windows, walls, woodwork, blinds and light fixtures.
• Empties trash receptacles throughout the agency daily and additional times as needed.
• Moves office furniture upon assignment.
• Makes minor repairs to equipment and changes light bulbs.
• Shovels snow from sidewalks and takes preventive measures to ensure safety of clientele and staff members.
• Sweeps front sidewalk and removes litter from parking areas.
• Performs other miscellaneous duties assigned by supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees