Housekeeping

Job Description
Job Description:

The housekeeping staff is a passionate, self-motivated individual caring for external and internal client facilities, both residential and commercial. This person works on a broad array of routine tasks, schedules and equipment to meet or exceed all tenant and owner expectations. With great attention to detail, they will perform a program of systematic cleaning for assigned building areas in accordance with established guidelines.

The ability to quickly identify and correct deficiencies or emergencies is highly desirable. Work involves care of private residencies (in several states) including: running errands; organizing for events; grocery shopping; organization of closets, pantries, etc.; animal care; laundry; and hands-on housekeeping. Specialized equipment for cleaning floors, etc. may be required. Maintaining the physical care of facilities is a hallmark of the company's values as we seek to care well for each other, supporting our colleagues and clients.

Responsibilities:

• Maintains interval cleaning as guided by supervisor and document work progress in the company CMMS.
• Follow all standard operating procedures as established by the Executive Director and supervisor.
• Responsible for implementation and completion of major finite projects within a specific time frame.
• Projects to be prioritized and assigned by supervisor and ownership.
• Actively participates maintaining elements of the physical space as guided by a supervisor.
• Performs many miscellaneous duties and obligations as assigned.
• Maintain the highest standards of stewardship.
• Maintain working knowledge of, and compliance with, highest ethical and legal standards related to the profession.

Role includes:

• Plan, schedule, and perform cleaning services based on workload.
• Ensure building and assigned areas are compliant with cleaning programs.
• As assigned, evaluates and makes recommendations for equipment, changes in cleaning methods, and work performance standards to ensure a more effective and efficient cleaning program.
• Clean all restrooms, floors, fixtures, mirrors etc. Replenish restroom supplies. Dispose of trash.
• Maintain (clean, vacuum, wet mop) hallways, stairways, lounges, storage areas, entrances, and office (specific areas in some buildings require special procedures which will be outlined by supervisor).
• Housekeeping duties at private residence including shopping, laundry, animal care, etc.
• Perform a number of special projects related to various aspects at the direction of your supervisor.
• Some travel as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Minimum one year housekeeping experience in the field of hospitality preferred.
• Spanish/English bi-lingual skills a plus.
• Requires general knowledge of cleaning terms and safety procedures related to hazardous chemicals (or to obtain these skills).
• Willingness to learn the use of mechanical cleaning equipment.
• Obtain Security Clearance if needed
• Top level government security clearance may be required or the ability to obtain.

Skills:

• Highly organized and meticulous.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Highly organized and able to work under pressure with a great level of flexibility.
• Ability to work independently with a high degree of reliability, productivity, and efficiency.
• Work from the highest level of integrity and confidentiality representing with excellence the core values of the organization.
• Ability to safely work on ladders up to 8 ft.

Work environment and physical requirements

Work is performed in various settings, with some lifting of equipment required periodically. Employment tasks may include cleaning solutions and chemicals. Travel between facilities maybe required with occasional evenings and weekend work. The typical workweek is in person, 8am-5pm, Monday through Friday. Deadlines, disturbances of workflow, and/or irregularities in work schedule are expected and occur on an intermittent basis. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job's essential functions.

Corporate policy prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, gender, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, marital status, or disability in the recruitment or employment of workers. Any concerns regarding discrimination on these bases should be addressed with the Controller. Corporate policy requires a substance free work environment. Employment is dependent upon successful background and social media checks as well as drug screening.