Housekeeper-The Foundry

Lawson; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Project bonus

Job summary

Lawson is seeking a dedicated housekeeper to support our maintenance team in Virginia, ensuring smooth turnovers and a pristine appearance of all common areas for residents. The role blends hands-on cleaning with teamwork alongside the Maintenance Supervisor and staff.

We value reliability, integrity, and a positive attitude, offering competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth within Lawson’s established multifamily real estate operations.

Qualifications

• Must be able to maintain a clean and neat appearance in common areas.
• Able to work 40 hours per week.
• Able to read labels and warning signs on cleaning chemicals.
• Strong communication and resident relations skills.
• Demonstrates good judgment, integrity and honesty.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vacant apartments and clean turnovers including appliances, windows, floors, bathrooms, kitchens and fixtures.
• Clean rental office, laundry, pool restrooms and other common areas daily.
• Assist maintenance staff as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor.

Skills

Cleanliness

40 hours/week

Safety labels

Interpersonal skills

Judgment & integrity

Weather readiness

Golf cart driving

Job description

Description

We are seeking a housekeeper to work with the maintenance staff to ensure smooth transition on turnovers and to maintain a clean and neat appearance of all common areas.

As part of Lawson, recognized as a Best Places to Work in Multifamily award winner with more than fifty years of experience developing, building, and managing multifamily real estate in Virginia, you'll be valued in a supportive environment that appreciates your contributions.

Lawson offers a collaborative workplace culture, competitive benefits, and ample opportunities for professional growth. Contribute to a team dedicated to providing exceptional living experiences for our residents while advancing your career!

Duties/Responsibilities:

• 1. Vacant apartment prep Clean all turnovers in a timely manner, to include but not limited to appliances, windows, floors, blinds, bathrooms, kitchens, switch plates, and light fixtures
• 2. Janitorial Clean rental office, laundry room, pool restrooms and other common areas daily
• 3. Other duties as assigned Assist maintenance staff as directed by Maintenance Supervisor

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Aptitude for cleanliness
• Ability to work 40 hours per week
• Ability to read labels and warning signs on chemicals
• Good human relation skills to deal with residents, peers and supervisors
• Ability to exercise good judgment and self-control
• Enthusiasm, good attitude, trustworthiness, personal integrity, and honesty
• Be available to report to work during any inclement weather event for property clean up and emergencies
• Ability to drive a golf cart

Education and Experience:

• Previous housekeeping experience preferred

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS

Bending, kneeling, stretching, climbing stairs and ladders, squatting, lifting up to twenty-five (25) pounds and running and lifting over twenty-five (25) pounds occasionally

The Lawson Companies is an equal opportunity employer that offers full-time employees a competitive package that includes, but is not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K options, PTO, a competitive salary, and a project bonus structure.