Housekeeper

Responsibilities

• Clean hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, common rooms (party room, children’s play room, fitness center), and other work areas to meet health standards.
• Clean rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and/or draperies using vacuum cleaners and/or shampooers.
• Empty wastebaskets, ashtrays, and transport trash and waste to disposal areas.
• Carry toilet items and cleaning supplies using wheeled carts.
• Sweep, scrub, wax, and/or polish floors using brooms, mops, and/or powered scrubbing and waxing machines.
• Dust and polish furniture and equipment.
• Keep storage areas and carts well-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 (e.g., burned-out lights, leaks, broken equipment) to the Building Maintenance Department.
• Disinfect equipment and supplies using germicides or steam-operated sterilizers.
• Dust window blinds.
• Observe all state, federal, and company safety standards to maintain a safe work environment.
• Report damage, theft, and found articles to supervisors.
• Prepare rooms for meetings and arrange decorations and furniture for social or business functions.
• Properly utilize new equipment and follow safety procedures.
• Respond to emergency maintenance requests as required.
• Report any problems to the supervisor, including those not listed in the responsibilities.

Work Environment

The housekeeper performs their work in a residential environment, primarily cleaning common and waiting areas. The role requires working with chemical cleaning solutions and exposure to outdoor climate and weather conditions.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand for extended periods, walk, and climb stairs or ladders.
• Ability to crawl in small and tight spaces, stoop, and/or kneel.
• Ability to lift, move, and/or carry up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to push cleaning equipment up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to handle, finger, grasp, and feel objects and equipment.
• Ability to reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions with wrists, hands, and fingers.

Schedule

Non-exempt (hourly) position with a schedule determined by each property/location to suit business needs. The schedule may change to accommodate the property’s requirements.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience in managing and supervising a housekeeping department.
• Knowledge of cleaning and sanitation products and their proper use.
• Ability to use standard cleaning equipment (e.g., vacuum cleaner, floor polisher, cleaning cart).
• Ability to react and address emergency situations promptly.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.