Housekeeper Jobs in Fort Smith, AR

In the hospitality service industry, a Housekeeper is primarily responsible for maintaining cleanliness and hygiene within hotel rooms and public areas. They take care of dusting, vacuuming, making beds, replacing linens, and cleaning bathrooms. In addition, they often serve as the main contact for guest requests during their stay, such as extra towels or bedding. Housekeepers are expected to follow safety and health guidelines to ensure the wellbeing and satisfaction of guests, thus playing a critical role in creating a positive experience for hotel patrons.

A Housekeeper must possess a number of skills, including attention to detail, physical stamina, and a strong work ethic. They must be able to work independently but also as part of a team to ensure all rooms are cleaned and prepared to a high standard. Good communication skills are essential in order to understand and fulfill guest needs and to coordinate effectively with other hotel departments. Though not always required, certifications such as a Certified Executive Housekeeper (CEH) or Registered Executive Housekeeper (REH) are recognized credentials in the industry. Prior roles that might lead to a career as a Housekeeper include being a Room Attendant, Laundry Attendant, or Janitor/Custodian.

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Housekeeper

  • Roland, OK (11 miles from Fort Smith, AR)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Roland, OK (11 miles from Fort Smith, AR)
  • 14 hours ago

Clean and sanitize hotel rooms, including changing linens and replenishing bathroom supplies. Respond to guest inquiries and requests promptly and courteously. Identify and report any damages or...

Part Time Housekeeping/Custodial Worker -- Sallisaw Tourism Information Center

  • Sallisaw, OK (21 miles from Fort Smith, AR)
  • 5 days ago
  • Sallisaw, OK (21 miles from Fort Smith, AR)
  • 5 days ago

Typical Job Duties Sweeps, dusts, mops, scrubs, washes, vacuums, waxes, and polishes building floors, walls, woodwork, windows, furniture, and hardware....

Housekeeper Pocola Casino

  • Pocola, OK (9 miles from Fort Smith, AR)
  • 10 days ago
  • Pocola, OK (9 miles from Fort Smith, AR)
  • 10 days ago

Clean rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and draperies using vacuum cleaner. Empty wastebaskets, and empty and clean ashtrays; transport trash and waste to disposal area....

Full Time- Maintenance Worker - Pocola Casino

  • Pocola, OK (9 miles from Fort Smith, AR)
  • 11 days ago
  • Pocola, OK (9 miles from Fort Smith, AR)
  • 11 days ago

| Full Time | Pay: $16.50 Hourly | Schedule: Thursday-Monday 7:00am-3:30pm ( Off Tuesday & Wednesday) |** **Weekly Earned Wage Access is an option for this position** **Job Purpose or...

Housekeeper (Full Time)

  • Fort Smith, AR
  • 25 days ago
  • Fort Smith, AR
  • 25 days ago

. + Vacuums carpets, rugs and draperies. + Shampoos carpets, rugs and upholstery. + Dusts and polishes furniture and fittings. + Cleans metal fixtures and fittings. + Empties and cleans trash containers...

Environmental Services (EVS) Technician - Housekeeping Aid

  • Fort Smith, AR
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Smith, AR
  • 30+ days ago

The duties necessitate considerable dexterity, hand, foot, and eye coordination, and concentration as well as visual acuity to see dirt, dust and debris....

Environmental Services (EVS) Technician - Housekeeping Aid

  • Fort Smith, AR
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Smith, AR
  • 30+ days ago

supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume; such tasks as cleaning hospital patients' rooms, removing soiled linen and potentially contaminated items, cleaning and sanitizing restrooms, vacuuming...

Housekeeper Part-Time Fort Smith Convention Center

  • Fort Smith, AR
  • 60+ days ago
  • Fort Smith, AR
  • 60+ days ago

multiply and divide) Good interpersonal skills with the ability to deal harmoniously with guests, employees and outside contractors Ability to operate mechanized equipment such as blowers, buffers and vacuums...

Demographic Data for Fort Smith, AR

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Salary for Housekeeper Jobs in Fort Smith, AR

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Housekeeper positions.



Highest Education Level

Housekeepers in Fort Smith, AR offer the following education background
High School or GED
52.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.0%
Bachelor's Degree
12.4%
Associate's Degree
10.7%
Some College
3.5%
Some High School
3.0%
Master's Degree
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Housekeepers in Fort Smith, AR
None
48.2%
Less than 1 year
31.4%
1-2 years
14.7%
2-4 years
5.7%


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