Housekeeper

StoryPoint Group; Waukee (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

StoryPoint Group in Iowa seeks a dependable Housekeeper to clean residents’ apartments and public areas according to schedule and procedures, and to perform all laundry duties in our commercial facilities.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 1–3 years of related experience, ability to follow instructions, work well in a team, and communicate effectively in English. This is an on-site position with standing for long periods and occasional travel within locations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 1–3 years related experience preferred.
• Positive attitude and good teamwork skills required.
• Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English.

Responsibilities

• Cleans all areas as assigned according to standards and procedures.
• Maintains clean and sanitary conditions in assigned areas.
• Follow written and oral instructions for mixing cleaning compounds and solutions.
• Operate buffers, extraction equipment, vacuums and other commercial laundry equipment.
• Additional duties as assigned by Housekeeping Lead.

Skills

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Buffers

Extraction equipment

Vacuums

Laundry equipment

Job description

As a Housekeeper, you will be responsible for cleaning residents’ apartments and public areas according to a schedule and established procedures. You will also perform all laundry duties in our commercial laundry facilities.

Required Experience for Housekeeping

• High school diploma and/or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prior housekeeping experience preferred.
• Positive attitude and good teamwork skills.

Primary Responsibilities for Housekeeping

• Cleans all areas as assigned according to the departmental standards, process, and procedures.
• Maintain clean and sanitary conditions in assigned areas as directed, according to established standards, observing proper cleaning technique.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions and follow instructions.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with associates, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions concerning the mixing of cleaning compounds, liquids, disinfecting solutions, etc.
• Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.
• Use supplies in an economical and prudent manner; report supply and equipment needs to supervisor for replenishing.
• Ability to operate buffers, extraction equipment, vacuums and all commercial laundry equipment.
• Additional duties as assigned or needed by Housekeeping Lead.

General Working Conditions

This position entails standing for long periods of time. The employee must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to communicate effectively with others, sit, stand, walk, and use hands to handle keyboard, telephone, paper, files, and other equipment and objects. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. This position requires the ability to review detailed documents and read computer screens. The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The work environment requires appropriate interaction with others. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. Occasional travel to different locations may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer