House Person AM|PM

Skytop Lodge; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Skytop Lodge is seeking a House Person to support housekeeping operations across floors, cottages, and the Inn. You will deliver supplies, assist with cleaning tasks, move furniture, and strip vacant rooms as needed, following department safety guidelines.

The role requires physical stamina for lifting and climbing, plus reliable attendance. You will work indoors/outdoors with open shifts, including weekends and holidays, at Skytop Lodge.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write and follow simple verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to safely operate cleaning equipment and chemicals.
• English language proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests with proper salutation.
• Carry out cleaning duties on floors and rooms per schedule.
• Vacuum carpets in hallways and stairs.
• Move furniture and mattresses as required.
• Stock closets with cleaning supplies and guest amenities.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness in all areas.
• Report repairs needed to the housekeeping department.

Skills

Reading & writing

Equipment operation

Attention to safety

Customer service

Education

English language proficiency

Tools

Mop buckets

Mops

Cleaning chemicals

Vacuums

Buffing machines

Carpet extraction equipment

Job description

JOB TITLE

House Person

JOB SUMMARY

The House Person position delivers supplies to the floors, cottages and the Inn, including linen and amenities. The person in this position will also vacuum floors, move furniture as needed, remove dirty linen and trash from the housekeeper’s areas, and strip vacant rooms as needed, shampoo guest rooms carpets, and other duties as assigned. All work is to be performed in accordance with the guidelines for performance and safety established by housekeeping department.

REPORTS TO

Executive Housekeeper

PRIMARY DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS

1. Greet all guests with proper salutation.
2. Perform cleaning functions in assigned areas, following established schedules and using prescribed methods.
3. Dry mop and damp mop hard surface floors.
4. Vacuuming of carpets in hallways and stairs.
5. Transport trash and soiled linen from storage closets.
6. Movement of all furniture and mattresses.
7. Cleaning of all walls, floor, ceilings, lights, windows, screens and vents.
8. Stock supply closets with cleaning chemicals and guest supplies.
9. Observe repairs needed to equipment, furniture, building and fixtures. Report immediately to the housekeeping department.
10. Operate two-way radios efficiently and professionally in communicating with hotel staff. Ensure the proper use of radio etiquette within the departments
11. Perform other related duties and assignments, as required.

RESPONSIBLE FOR

Keys, supplies, equipment and check lists.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must have the ability to work steadily all day at tasks that require walking, lifting up to 75 pounds, bending and kneeling. Must be able to work comfortably and safely on 30-foot and smaller extension ladders.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed indoors/outdoors. Open availability and flexibility to work various shifts, weekends & holidays are REQUIRED.

HAZARDS ENCOUNTERED

Some cleaning agents and chemicals may be hazardous if improperly used, or if in contact with skin, eyes, or clothing occurs. It is mandatory to wear gloves at all times when cleaning. Heavy lifting, bending and kneeling, possible exposure to blood borne pathogens.

NOTICE

Job descriptions are not intended, and should not be construed, to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with a job. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management must reserve the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush job, or technological development) dictate. Because of various seasonal requirements, jobs in other areas of the resort may be offered as a replacement for this position to include work in other areas e.g. grounds maintenance, housekeeping, kitchen, etc.

REQUIREMENTS

SKILLS REQUIRED

Ability to read, write, give and follow simple verbal and written instructions. Competence (after training), in the safe use of the following equipment and supplies: Mop buckets, mops, various chemicals and sized buffing machines, household type vacuum cleaners, canister vacuum cleaners, wet/dry vacuums, battery operated vacuums, carpet/upholstery extraction equipment.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have the ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language.

PRIOR EXPERIENCE

Experience is a plus but not required.

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

None required.

PERSONALITY REQUIREMENTS

Good “people” skills, self-motivated, strong ability to adapt and accept changes.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have a valid drivers license.