C126 - Housekeeper

Position: C126 - Housekeeper - (Full Time)
Title:

Housekeeper - (Full Time)

Number of Positions:  1

Competition Number:  C126

Location:

Chilliwack, BC

Position Status:  Full Time, Permanent

Shift Timings & Days:  (Monday
- Friday) 10:00 am- 06:00 pm

Reports to:

Program Manager

Compensation:  (Grid
1) $23.89 - $25.54

Job Summary
The Housekeeper at Phoenix Society performs heavy to light cleaning duties toensure that the suites andcommon areas in the facility are in a clean and orderly condition, working in tandem with other janitorial staff and volunteers. Key responsibilities include: cleaning floors; shampooing rugs; washing walls and windows;removing garbage; laundry; cleaning appliances; and notifying management whenany supplies or repairs are required.

Responsibilities
Custodial Services

Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing or vacuuming

Strip, seal, finish and polish floors as required

Gatherand empty all garbage, recycling and compost bins

Service,clean and supply restrooms

Cleanand polish furniture, fixtures and appliances

Cleanwindows, glass partitions and mirrors

Dustfurniture, walls, machines and equipment

Steam-cleanand/or shampoo carpets or rugs

Makebeds and keep linens in stock as needed;

Performslaundry duties such as washing linens and clothing.

Followprocedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment

Perform other duties as requested

Maintenance Services

Monitor building security and safety by performing such tasks as locking doors after cleaning and checking electrical appliances to ensure that hazards are notcreated

Notifymanagers concerning the need for major repairs, minor renovations, or building operating systems service

Requisition supplies and equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties

Maintain and organize cleaning equipment, materials and supplies

Perform other duties as required

Qualifications

Academic:

Successful completion of Grade 12

1to 3 years of related experience providing custodial and/or housekeepingservices

Relatedpost-secondary and WHMIS training is an asset

Valid Class 5 driver’s licence is required

Satisfactory completion of a criminal records check with vulnerable sector screening is required

Satisfactory completion of Tuberculosis Screening form is required

Satisfactory completion of Employee Immunization Record form is required

First Aid certification with CPR is required

Skills & Knowledge

English:fluent and able to effectively communicate professionally, both orally and written

Demonstrated experience in custodial services and/or housekeeping

Ability to perform heavy tolight cleaning duties including heavy lifting, climbing stairs, and standing for extended periods of time

Basic computer skills including

Microsoft Office.

Strong organizational and time management skills with a high attention to detail

Strong interpersonal skills

Abilityto work with little supervision and maintain a high level of performance

Ability to work independently and contribute to team settings

Flexibility to work duringevenings and weekends, and be on call, as needed

Excellent ability to work under pressure in a diverse, fast-paced, and dynamic environment

Experience in providing a person centered and community minded environment withmarginalized people is an asset.

Competencies
Approach to Work

Demonstrates initiative,flexibility, adaptability and resourcefulness

Actively seeks and incorporatesfeedback to inform continuous self-improvement

Sets goals, creates and implements action plans, monitors progress, and evaluates results

Adeptly manages competing tasksand uses time efficiently and effectively

Job Knowledge & Quality of Work

High-degree of relevant and current job knowledge and skill

Consistently produces accurate,thorough, high-quality work in a timely manner

Builds and promotes a culture ofhealth and safety in the workplace

Implements and enforces best practices in health and safety within the workplace

Judgement & Decision-Making

Modelsindependentthinkingand creativity

Demonstrateseffectiveproblem-solving skills

Makes clear, consistent,transparent and timely decisions after contemplating various available coursesof action

Exercises sound judgment in thebest interests of the organization

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

Expresses themselves clearly…