Housekeeper ($17 hourly)

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory; Ewa Beach (HI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory is seeking a Housekeeper to ensure cleanliness and sanitary conditions across all interiors and exteriors of its facilities in Hawaii. The role includes general upkeep, assisting with furniture and equipment setups, and maintaining supplies for routine and program needs.

Candidates should have at least 1 year of janitorial experience, a high school diploma or GED, and knowledge of health and sanitation standards in public facilities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (required).
• At least 1 year of janitorial experience.
• Knowledge of health and sanitation for public facilities; green cleaning preferred.
• Ability to pass a criminal history check.

Responsibilities

• Clean interior and exterior building surfaces and furnishings.
• Assist in set-ups and take-downs of furniture and equipment for programs.
• Regular cleaning of restrooms, showers, locker rooms, kitchens, and common areas.
• Maintain inventories of cleaning supplies and ensure proper stock levels.
• Keep facilities clean, safe, and well-maintained; report repairs as needed.
• Attend staff and administrative meetings and adhere to policies.

Skills

Janitorial experience

Health & sanitation knowledge

Criminal history check required

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary

The Housekeeper will be responsible for the cleaning, sanitation, and general upkeep of all interior and exterior buildings, surfaces, and furnishings. The position will also assist in the set‑ups and take‑downs of furniture and equipment staging needed for the various programs and building uses.

Responsibilities

1. This position may be required to work weekends and evenings.
2. Provide routine cleaning duties such as sweeping, mopping, vacuuming and dusting of all interior and exterior building surfaces and furnishings.
3. Regular cleaning and sanitation of areas including restrooms, shower rooms, locker rooms, fitness areas and kitchen.
4. Provide furniture and equipment set‑ups and take‑downs in support of various programs and building uses.
5. Regular removal of trash, litter and recyclables.
6. Provide high level cleaning of public areas such as lobbies and entry areas.
7. Regular cleaning and sweeping of exterior areas including sidewalks, paved areas, and landscaping.
8. Maintain appropriate inventories of cleaning products, supplies and products such as paper towels, toilet paper, and soaps throughout the facility.
9. Maintain the appearance and functionality of the facilities and grounds components including doors, windows, flooring, walls, ceilings and furnishings.
10. Maintain records of cleaning, service and repair of building systems.
11. Follow and ensure adherence to The Salvation Army Policies and Procedures.
12. Maintain the Code of Ethics policy, which has been established for the Kroc Center Hawaii.
13. Attend staff meetings and other administrative meetings.
14. Maintain regular and punctual work attendance.
15. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience in current janitorial methods and procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of health and sanitation requirements of a public facility, preferably utilizing green/sustainable cleaning products and methods.
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be accepted.
• Must pass a criminal history information check.

Physical Demands

The position requires sitting; climbing and/or balancing; stooping, kneeling, bending, stretching, crouching and/or crawling; standing; walking; manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; use of vision; pushing/pulling/lifting/carrying 25 pounds and occasionally more than 25 pounds with assistance. This employee may also be required to work weekends and evenings.

Communication Demands

The position requires talking to co-workers, clients, vendors; written communication to and from co-workers, clients, vendor; talking on the telephone; responding to written or verbal requests of co-workers, clients, and vendors; training/giving verbal and written instructions; receiving verbal and written instructions; writing/composing written language; reading; visiting/working at other worksites; communicating via the latest technologies.

Legal and Contractual Disclaimers

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will employment relationship.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.