Lead Housekeeper – Evenings

OMNI Human Resource Management•Kansas City, MO

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Housekeeping Lead serves as an active, hands-on shift leader and the primary on-site point of contact for evening housekeeping operations. This role bridges the gap between evening staff and facility management to ensure efficient, high-quality cleaning services. The Lead ensures a safe, clean, and orderly environment that reflects the standards and mission of Rockhurst High School.

Requirements

Minimum of 2-3 years experience in custodial or janitorial work is required.
Familiarity with cleaning techniques, equipment, and safety protocols.
Knowledge of cleaning procedures: Understanding various cleaning procedures, including sanitizing, floor care, disinfecting, and maintaining cleanliness in classrooms, restrooms, hallways, offices, gyms, and common areas.
Ability to train and mentor housekeeping staff.
Effective communication skills are necessary to collaborate with colleagues, faculty, other staff members, and Facilities Supervisor.
Knowledge of safety protocols and the ability to adhere to them to create a safe environment for students, staff, and visitors.
A keen eye for detail and the ability to maintain a high standard of cleanliness throughout the school environment.
Ability to lift, bend, stand, and perform physical tasks associated with housekeeping duties.
Use all protective equipment and clothing as provided by the Housekeeping Department for the safe completion of your duties.
Comply with the Maintenance Departments Health and Safety guidelines.
High school diploma or the equivalent.
Must have a valid driver license.
Ability and suitability to work in a school centered environment.
Must complete VIRTUS training.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a lead or senior housekeeper role preferred.
Experience in a school or institutional setting.

Responsibilities

Manage and Lead Housekeeping Staff by example while performing evening cleaning duties.
Assist the Facilities Supervisor with onboarding and training the evening housekeeping staff on standard cleaning routines and expectations.
Act as the liaison between the Facilities Supervisor and night housekeeping shifts to ensure consistent flow of responsibilities.
Clean and sanitize classrooms, hallways, restrooms, cafeteria, gymnasium, and other areas within the school, including vacuuming, mopping, sweeping, dusting, window cleaning, and disinfecting surfaces.
Clean toilets, sinks, baths, showers, and bodily fluids from all surfaces, as dictated by local procedures.
Assist Facilities Supervisor with monitoring inventory levels and ordering cleaning supplies, equipment, and inventory supply.
Provide event support by assisting with set up and cleaning up after school events, meetings, and other gatherings.
Assist with the supervision of work grant program participants.
Assist Facilities Supervisor with establishing summer work schedule and monitor work completion of the team.
Perform nightly perimeter and safety checks to ensure that exits, stairways, and pathways are clear and accessible.
Verify that all rooms and doors are locked prior to departure.
Work with faculty, staff, and administrators to address cleaning needs and communicate any issues or concerns related to the school’s maintenance and cleanliness to the Facilities Supervisor or Director of Facility Management.