Housekeeper/Utility Worker

Boys and Girls Village INC•Milford, CT

18h•Onsite

About The Position

I. PURPOSE/FUNCTION OF PROGRAM Boys & Girls Village offers an array of services for children and their families. The services range from highly structured sub-acute services on campus to intensive intervention and care in the home and community. The function of the Facilities Department is to provide and maintain resources necessary for the Agency to run effectively and efficiently. II. POSITION OVERVIEW The Housekeeper/Utility Worker performs daily, weekly, and monthly housekeeping tasks for the residencies, the schools, and the administration building at all BGV sites. The Housekeeper/Utility Worker will also assist facilities and food service as needed. This role is considered and classified as “essential” to the operation of the agency. III. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Sweep, mop, and vacuum all floors/rugs Buff, strip, and wax floors Dust all areas, including vents, light fixtures, furniture, and window sills Wash windows & Curtains in all areas Soiled linens washed and folded Ensure closets are clean/orderly/locked Ensure that there are enough snacks and utensils Clean refrigerator and check dates on food Bathroom: clean, disinfect, and ensure toiletries are refilled Empty all trash Ensures that only approved nontoxic chemicals are locked in the unit closets Assist with snow shoveling & removal Bio clean up Deliver food and supplies to other BGV locations Steam clean carpeting & furniture IV. OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Carries out other job-related duties as assigned Maintain Relias and agency trainings Informs supervisor immediately of any concerns or safety risks noted on the units V. ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS High school diploma Experience with Housekeeping as well as various hand tools performing preventive maintenance and minor repairs, also maintaining outside grounds and walks. Ability to understand and carry out detailed instructions both orally and in written communication. Ability to relate to clients, staff and public in a courteous manner Must have valid driver’s license at all times and good driving record. As essential staff, you must be able to work outside normal business hours or call in, if needed. This role is considered and classified as “essential” to the operations of the Agency VI. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Institutional housekeeping experience and maintenance VII. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES N/A VIII. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 60 pounds Must be able to climb ladders and stairs, walk, sit, push and pull and move continuously during work hours IX. WORKING CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT Works with cleaning supplies/chemicals Ability to work in poor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, snow and ice.

Requirements

High school diploma
Experience with Housekeeping as well as various hand tools performing preventive maintenance and minor repairs, also maintaining outside grounds and walks.
Ability to understand and carry out detailed instructions both orally and in written communication.
Ability to relate to clients, staff and public in a courteous manner
Must have valid driver’s license at all times and good driving record.
As essential staff, you must be able to work outside normal business hours or call in, if needed. This role is considered and classified as “essential” to the operations of the Agency
Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 60 pounds
Must be able to climb ladders and stairs, walk, sit, push and pull and move continuously during work hours
Works with cleaning supplies/chemicals
Ability to work in poor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, snow and ice.

Nice To Haves

Institutional housekeeping experience and maintenance

Responsibilities

Sweep, mop, and vacuum all floors/rugs
Buff, strip, and wax floors
Dust all areas, including vents, light fixtures, furniture, and window sills
Wash windows & Curtains in all areas
Soiled linens washed and folded
Ensure closets are clean/orderly/locked
Ensure that there are enough snacks and utensils
Clean refrigerator and check dates on food
Bathroom: clean, disinfect, and ensure toiletries are refilled
Empty all trash
Ensures that only approved nontoxic chemicals are locked in the unit closets
Assist with snow shoveling & removal
Bio clean up
Deliver food and supplies to other BGV locations
Steam clean carpeting & furniture
Carries out other job-related duties as assigned
Maintain Relias and agency trainings
Informs supervisor immediately of any concerns or safety risks noted on the units