Housekeeper

Maryland Works; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local service provider in Baltimore seeks an experienced housekeeper to maintain the cleanliness and orderliness of assigned areas. Key responsibilities include cleaning, transporting refuse, and reporting maintenance needs. Ideal candidates must have a high school diploma and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. The role requires basic arithmetic skills, knowledge of cleaning techniques, and physical stamina to handle various tasks effectively.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift and transport supplies up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to follow directions and operate cleaning equipment.
• Ability to work in various environmental conditions.

Responsibilities

• Clean assigned areas like furnishings, windows, and floors.
• Gather and transport refuse to designated disposal locations.
• Inspect areas and report on the physical condition for maintenance.

Skills

Ability to read and write

Basic arithmetic skills

Knowledge of cleaning techniques

Physical stamina and ability to lift

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Vacuum cleaners

Buffers

Mops

Job description

Baltimore, United States | Posted on 03/03/2026

• Work Experience High School diploma or equivalent preferred1-2 years prior experience
• State/Province Maryland
• Country United States

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:Under direct supervision, the housekeeper maintains building interiors ensuring cleanliness, orderliness and attractive conditions are maintained in the assigned areas according to set tasks and frequencies; may be required to move furniture and equipment.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Cleans assigned areas by washing furnishings, windows, tiles, fixtures, equipment and floors. Vacuums, dusts, and polished specified areas and/or furnishings.Gathers and transports refuse from assigned areas to appropriate disposal location.Inspects physical condition of assigned areas; submits requests to appropriate personnel regarding repairs, replacements, furnishings, and relocation of equipment.Requests cleaning materials and supplies, load and transports service cart with required materials and supplies to designated work areas.Operates standard cleaning equipment such as vacuum cleaners, buffers, and mops.note: The intent of this list of essential duties is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this job. Incumbents perform other related duties assigned. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.EWORK ENVIRONMENT:Employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions. The noise level is usually moderate.REPORTS TO: Manager on dutyEOE/MFDV

Requirements

DUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:High School diploma or equivalent preferredCERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:None

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Ability to read, write, and perform arithmetic calculations; to operate assigned tools and housekeeping equipment; to work with chemicals and cleaning solutions; to understand and follow directions; to lift and transport supplies and refuse; to wear and work in personal protective equipment.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Lifting up to 50 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds. May be required to regularly stand for extended periods of time, walk, reach with hands/arms with full range of motion, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, push or pull. Regularly required to talk and hear. Frequently required to use hands and fingers to hold, handle and feel objects, knobs, keys and/or buttons.