About The Position

The Housekeeper provides a variety of cleaning services and related duties to keep Maniilaq Employee Housing clean and orderly. The position supports daily cleanliness in a 148-unit employee housing facility in Kotzebue, Alaska. Applicants must be Kotzebue residents. Duties may also include laundry and linen removal, replenishing guest supplies, floor care, light facility maintenance, and other tasks that support the department or unit.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent.
  • At least six months of experience demonstrating working knowledge of cleaning equipment and general cleaning processes.
  • Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, and callouts.
  • Fluent spoken, read, and written English.
  • Pass a fingerprinting background investigation compliant with the Crime Control Act, Child Care Worker Act, and Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act.
  • Provide proof of TB immunization and any other immunizations and screenings designated for the contract.
  • Meet the stated Level One background eligibility requirements for positions involving regular contact with or control over children, dependent adults, or vulnerable persons.
  • Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

  • Valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record for the past three years to be eligible under the NMS vehicle insurance policy.

Responsibilities

  • Clean, sweep, mop, vacuum, sanitize, and restock assigned hallways, stairways, offices, food preparation or break areas, offsite areas, restrooms, public areas, and other work areas.
  • Dust low and high areas and clean various surfaces.
  • Remove and transport trash to appropriate disposal areas.
  • Use appropriate equipment and cleaning solutions for assigned tasks.
  • Maintain clean and orderly carts and storage areas.
  • Assist with laundry and linen removal as needed.
  • Replenish guest supplies and amenities as required.
  • Scrub, strip, extract, wax, and buff floors using appropriate equipment as needed.
  • Change light bulbs and perform light facility maintenance as needed.
  • Recognize and use proper PPE for each job task.
  • Follow safety policies, requirements, and training.
  • Report material discrepancies, damage, or theft to the manager or maintenance department.
  • Perform other duties pertinent to the department or unit’s success.
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