Houseperson

The Village at Germantown•Germantown, TN

66d

About The Position

This position is responsible for the daily cleaning and appearance of the common and non-residential areas of the campus. Periodic project work will be assigned to this position, as well as assistance with moving heavy items as needed.

Requirements

General knowledge of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and procedures.
Working knowledge of infection control procedures and precautions.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Must be able to read, write, and follow written and verbal directions.
Minimum of one to five years cleaning experience, preferably in a health care environment or hotel.
Must be in good physical and mental health.
Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time.
Must be able to lift and/or carry objects in excess of 50 pounds.
Must be able to push/pull 500 pounds via a wheeled cart.
Requires reaching above, below, and at shoulder level.

Responsibilities

Performs both routine and periodic cleaning of common or non-residential areas (corridors, restrooms, offices, break room, utility rooms, vestibules, stairwells, lounges, storage areas, exercise areas, etc.), according to prescribed standards and guidelines.
Handles the care of all floor surfaces, vacuuming, extracting, sweeping, mopping, stripping, waxing, buffing, and spotting.
Responsible for trash removal, elevator cleaning, high and low dusting, cleaning of walls, restrooms, and other areas as assigned.
Removes trash from grounds around the campus.
Washes windows as assigned.
Assists residents with various requests, such as carrying luggage, cleaning carpet spots, etc.
Assists housekeepers as requested.
Reports any supply shortages to supervisor/s.
Attends all scheduled in-service training sessions, departmental meetings, etc.
Any other duties as requested by management.
Regular and punctual in attendance.