Housekeeper

The Trillium; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The Trillium in McLean, VA is seeking a friendly housekeeping aide to perform routine cleaning across apartment homes, common areas, lounges and offices. You will follow established guidelines and schedules to maintain a clean, safe living environment for residents.

Responsibilities include sweeping, dusting, mopping, trash removal, sanitizing bathrooms, restocking supplies, reporting repairs, and supporting the Housekeeping Supervisor.

Qualifications

• Must read, write and speak English; high school diploma preferred.
• Warm, outgoing personality required.
• Ability to interact politely with guests, residents and staff.
• Ability to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform housekeeping duties according to schedule in apartments, common areas and offices.
• Sweep, dust, mop floors, vacuum carpets and rotate runners.
• Collect trash and dispose in designated areas.
• Clean and sanitize bathrooms and fixtures; restock dispensers.
• Maintain equipment and report repairs to Supervisor.
• Report supply needs for replenishment.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

English literacy

Friendly demeanor

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Pay Frequency: Hourly Pay Rate: 19 Pay Rate Max: 20

POSITION SUMMARY

Performs housekeeping duties throughout the community in accordance with established guidelines as required in community policy and procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this position. This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Performs cleaning duties according to schedule (daily, weekly, monthly) in assigned areas such as apartment homes, common areas, lounges and offices.
• Sweeps, dusts, dust mops, and wet mops all floors and stairways; spot cleans and vacuums floors, rugs, carpets and runners. Rotates runners in hallways and entryways.
• Collects trash and refuse from work areas and places in designated pick-up areas.
• Cleans, sanitizes, and polishes both lavatory, shower and sink fixtures and facilities; stocks dispensers as necessary.
• Dusts, washes, sponge mops, sanitizes and hand shampoos furniture; dusts desk and floor lamps, cleans and polishes glass surfaces, woodwork, walls, and windowsills.
• Scrubs bath and shower room tiles, wood work, window frames and sills.
• Maintains equipment and materials needed to perform work in a clean and orderly condition.
• Reports any needed repairs to the Housekeeping Supervisor.
• Reports supply and equipment needs to Housekeeping Supervisor for replenishing.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

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, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Educational Requirements and Experience:

• Must express or demonstrate an interest in working with a senior population.
• Must demonstrate a warm, outgoing personality.
• Must interact with guests, residents and staff in a courteous and friendly manner.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English, preferably possessing a high school diploma.
• Must be able to follow instructions.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.