Housekeeper - WPD

City of Wilmington, NC; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Wilmington is seeking a Housekeeper for the Police Department to ensure cleanliness and upkeep of facilities. Responsibilities include cleaning, maintaining supplies, and supporting special events. This role requires physical stamina and a Class C Driver's License. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• At least one year of relevant experience.
• Class C Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Cleans floors, restrooms, and surfaces in facilities.
• Maintains inventory of cleaning supplies and reports repair needs.
• Performs work during emergency/disaster situations.

Skills

Ability to read and understand written instructions

Knowledge of cleaning procedures

Education

Less than high school or GED

Job description

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The City of Wilmington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position Description

The purpose of this position is to maintain the upkeep and cleanliness of Wilmington Police Department facilities for staff, visitors, and tenants. Responsibilities include locking and unlocking buildings, purchasing supplies, moving furniture, running errands, and assisting with special events. Other related duties may be assigned.

Typical Tasks

1. Cleans floors and stairs in entryways, hallways, offices, and outside walkways, including sweeping, vacuuming, dusting, mopping, buffing, shampooing, spot cleaning, stripping, refinishing, waxing, and pressure washing.
2. Sanitizes and disinfects restrooms, including walls, doors, hardware, lockers, toilets, urinals, showers, floors, sinks, mirrors, and replenishes supplies such as toilet paper, paper towels, soap, and hand sanitizer.
3. Disinfects surfaces in elevators, kitchens, break rooms, offices, and hallways, including doors, windows, sills, HVAC grills, and other surfaces.
4. Cleans furniture, tabletops, chairs, and office equipment, including dusting computers, fire sprinklers, desks, blinds, and cubicles.
5. Disposes of trash and cleans trash cans as needed.
6. Sets up chairs and tables for meetings.
7. Blows off sidewalks, patios, doors, and drains around buildings.
8. Maintains inventory of cleaning supplies, stocks, delivers supplies, and notifies supervisor for reordering.
9. Reports repair needs to supervisor.
10. Maintains and keeps cleaning tools and machines in safe, working condition.
11. Performs work during emergency/disaster situations.
12. Performs other duties as assigned.

Note: Employees may work in both indoor and outdoor environments and be exposed to hazards such as chemicals and human body fluids, complying with OSHA bloodborne pathogen standards. The role may require being called back after hours and reporting during inclement weather.

Qualifications

Formal Education

Ability to read and understand written instructions, comprehend simple processes, and operate routine machines. Knowledge level is equivalent to less than high school or GED.

Experience

At least one year of relevant experience.

Certification & Other Requirements

Class C Driver's License.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

Ability to exert 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly. The position involves standing, walking, pushing, pulling, bending, lifting, reaching, kneeling, twisting, balancing, and talking.

Core Values & Mission

Our core values include INCLUSION, COLLABORATION, CREATIVITY, and ACCOUNTABILITY. Our mission is to create a better city daily through responsible policies and excellent services.

Benefits

The City offers competitive salary and benefits, including comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, paid leave, tuition assistance, and more. Details are available on the city website.

Application Process & Additional Information

Applicants will be screened, and updates can be viewed via the applicant portal. This position is essential and may require working before, during, and after emergencies or adverse weather.