Houseperson

POSITION SUMMARY
Provides assistance to executive housekeeper and staff to improve efficiency to all housekeeping areas.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for moving heavy supplies and equipment as directed.
• Pulling of linen and trash shoot daily.
• Stocking housekeeping lockers with linen and cleaning supplies.
• Routine manual labor, dust mopping, sweeping wet mopping, waxing, vacuuming, polishing and simple operation of basic mechanical cleaning equipment.
• Non-routine manual labor, stripping, refinishing floors, operate floor scrubber, buffer, window washing, waste receptacle washing, carpets shampooing, cleaning and moving of furniture.
• Ensure the safety and security of guests and team members.
• Always maintain a pleasant, friendly and welcoming attitude at all times. Have complete knowledge of all special events and promotional activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

MISCELLANEOUS

• Ability to read, write and understand simple instructions.
• Good oral communication skills.
• Knowledge in the safe use of cleaning products.
• Ability to use standard house cleaning equipment.
• Knowledge of Innkeepers laws and OSHA regulations and local health department standards.
• Ability to perform assigned duties under frequent time pressure in an interruptive environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two years of experience in janitorial service or high volume hotel housekeeping department.

MENTAL & PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Sitting/Standing 30%
• Lifting 10% (overhead arms-length up to 30 lbs. from waist).
• Pushing/Pulling 25%
• May be located in a high rise hotel.
• Laundry room, storage area, banquet hall and public areas.
• Exposed to all temperatures, some excessive noise, dust, fumes and cleaning chemicals.
• Use of elevators, stairs and escalators.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Essential duties must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.