Housekeeping Associate

JKV Careers•Lee's Summit, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs housekeeping and cleaning activities in assigned areas according to established standards while supporting John Knox Village’s mission, values, and service and hospitality (PRIDE) expectations. Completes required training hours. The associate may work in various areas of the Village, including care centers, memory care, resident units, common areas, clubhouses, administrative offices, and other campus grounds. Village Housekeeping Associates travel between job locations by car; non-VCC associates use a personal vehicle to travel around campus. Associates assigned to VCC Housekeeping may help serve meals in the Main Dining Area. The position receives frequent supervision from the Manager of Village Housekeeping or Housekeeping Coordinator and does not supervise others. Work takes place in both indoor and outdoor environments. Conditions may include slick surfaces, noise, vibration, fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, poor ventilation, close quarters, and possible exposure to infectious diseases. The associate may clean homes for move-ins or move-outs, including removing windows for cleaning, and may be asked to carry a pager. All associates may be called upon to assist other departments during a declared emergency. Physical demands include lifting and carrying items, pushing and pulling, climbing, driving, bending, crouching or kneeling, reaching, trunk and neck movement, balancing, and continuous standing or walking, as well as frequent sitting. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

Education typically acquired through a course of study leading to a high school diploma or GED.
Valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance are required, except that no licenses or certifications are required for VCC Housekeeping.
Class E license or equivalent is required for associates assigned to drive a JKV vehicle.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, handbooks, and procedure manuals.
Ability to communicate using simple sentences, paragraphs, and correspondence.
Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and multiply and divide with tens and hundreds.
Ability to use common-sense understanding to carry out detailed instructions.
Handle stress well and get along with coworkers and customers outside the department.
Maintain acceptable workplace conduct.
Meet the physical demands of the job, including occasional lifting up to 40 pounds, frequent carrying of less than 30 pounds, and the specified pushing, pulling, climbing, movement, and standing or walking requirements.

Responsibilities

Keep John Knox Village premises clean and orderly.
Clean and prepare rooms or living areas after resident dismissal, transfer, move-in, or move-out.
Wash beds and mattresses and replace soiled linens, curtains, and privacy cubicle drapes.
Keep bathrooms, utility rooms, and storage rooms clean and orderly; take inventory and replenish supplies as needed.
Clean and sanitize equipment, furniture, fixtures, windows, and bathrooms.
Dust furniture and equipment; polish metalwork; wash windows, door panels, and windowsills; empty wastebaskets; and transport trash to the proper bin or recycling area.
Clean and polish light fixtures and kitchen appliances, and attend to other areas needing attention.
Wash vents, using detailed cleaning methods that may include toothbrushes and razor blades.
Mop and vacuum floors and carpets to maintain clean walking areas.
Transport cleaning disinfectants, vacuums, mops, small equipment, and tools.
Work in any assigned area of the Village, including care centers, memory care, resident units, common areas, clubhouses, administrative offices, and campus grounds.
Maintain checklists of completed work and report necessary work orders to a supervisor.
Submit and follow up on work orders for areas needing Maintenance attention.
If assigned to VCC Housekeeping, may help serve meals in the Main Dining Area.
Travel between job locations by car; non-VCC Village Housekeeping associates use a personal vehicle to travel around campus.
Follow all safety regulations and requirements.
Complete all assigned responsibilities and other duties assigned by a supervisor according to business needs.