Housekeeper

Martha Jefferson House • Charlottesville, VA

21d • $14 - $15 • Onsite

About The Position

Martha Jefferson House in Charlottesville, Virginia, is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Housekeeper to help maintain a safe, clean, orderly, and comfortable environment for residents. The Housekeeper performs cleaning and sanitation duties in assigned facility areas and supports residents’ health, comfort, and well-being.

After receiving daily assignments, the Housekeeper gathers cleaning supplies and equipment, transports them to work areas, and returns supplies and organizes work areas at the end of each shift. The role may also include assisting in the laundry department and providing front-desk coverage during meal and break periods.

Requirements

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to safely lift, push, pull, and move housekeeping equipment and supplies.
• Dependability, punctuality, compassion, and a positive attitude.

Nice To Haves

• Previous housekeeping experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Clean resident rooms, common areas, offices, and other assigned spaces.
• Clean and disinfect windowsills, furnishings, floors, equipment, and high-touch surfaces using approved cleaning solutions and disinfectants.
• Vacuum, dust, sweep, mop, and sanitize assigned areas.
• Empty trash receptacles and dispose of waste properly.
• Clean, disinfect, and polish sinks, tubs, mirrors, toilets, and other restroom fixtures.
• Restock soap, towels, tissues, cups, and other disposable supplies.
• Arrange furniture and equipment to maintain an attractive appearance.
• Rotate through designated work areas as assigned.
• Assist in the laundry department or with other housekeeping-related duties as needed.
• Provide friendly, professional customer service during front-desk meal and break coverage, including answering phones and welcoming residents, families, and visitors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Gather and transport cleaning supplies and equipment to assigned work areas, then return supplies and organize work areas at the end of each shift.

Benefits

• 20 days of paid time off (PTO).
• 100% employer-paid health and dental insurance for employee coverage.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Health & Wealth Benefit Plan.
• Seven paid holidays.
• 403(b) retirement savings plan.
• Free employee meal each shift.
• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed