Housekeeper - English Required
About The Position
The Housekeeper maintains the clean and neat appearance of assigned areas in a residential environment, primarily common and waiting areas. The employee reports problems to a supervisor, works as part of a team, and may be assigned duties or changes in responsibilities as business needs require. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The position is hourly and non-exempt. The schedule is determined at each property or location to meet community business needs and may change accordingly. The role involves working with chemical cleaning solutions and exposure to outdoor weather conditions.
Requirements
- At least one year of experience managing and supervising a housekeeping department.
- Knowledge of cleaning and sanitation products and their proper use.
- Ability to use standard cleaning equipment in a residential building, such as a vacuum cleaner, floor polisher, and cleaning cart.
- Ability to respond to and address emergency situations in a timely manner.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work around chemical cleaning solutions and in outdoor weather conditions.
- Ability to stand for extended periods; walk and climb stairs; climb ladders; crawl in small, tight spaces; stoop or kneel; lift, move, or carry up to 20 pounds; push cleaning equipment weighing up to 30 pounds; handle, finger, grasp, and feel objects and equipment; reach with hands and arms; and repeat motions with the wrists, hands, and fingers.
Responsibilities
- Clean hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, common rooms, and other work areas to meet health standards.
- Clean rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and draperies using vacuum cleaners or shampooers.
- Empty wastebaskets and ashtrays and transport trash and waste to disposal areas.
- Carry toilet items and cleaning supplies using wheeled carts.
- Sweep, scrub, wax, and polish floors using brooms, mops, and powered floor-cleaning machines.
- Dust and polish furniture and equipment, including window blinds.
- Keep storage areas and carts stocked, clean, and tidy.
- Remove debris from driveways, garages, and swimming pool areas.
- Wash windows, walls, ceilings, doors, and woodwork; wax and polish as necessary.
- Report maintenance issues, including burned-out lights, leaks, and broken equipment, to the Building Maintenance Department.
- Disinfect equipment and supplies using germicides or steam-operated sterilizers.
- Follow applicable state, federal, and company safety standards and precautions, including precautions to protect residents, guests, and property.
- Report damage, theft, and found articles to supervisors.
- Prepare rooms for meetings and arrange decorations and furniture for social or business functions.
- Learn to use new equipment properly and follow safety procedures before using it.
- Respond to emergency maintenance requests as required.
- Report problems to the supervisor, including issues not listed among the responsibilities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
