Housekeeping

Gardner White Furniture & Mattress; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Gardner White Furniture & Mattress is seeking a dedicated Housekeeping Associate to maintain cleanliness in our retail and warehouse spaces. You will help create a safe, inviting shopping environment by cleaning floors, surfaces, restrooms, and seating areas.

This full-time role requires physical stamina and adherence to safety procedures. Prior cleaning experience is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or preferred.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and PPE usage.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain retail and warehouse areas, including floors and restrooms.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and scrub floors in high-traffic areas and entryways.
• Dust and wipe surfaces, shelves, fixtures, and displays.
• Sanitize restrooms and replenish supplies as needed.
• Empty trash and recycling, dispose of waste properly.
• Monitor cleaning supplies and notify management of shortages.
• Follow safety procedures for cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Safety awareness

Lifting up to 50 pounds

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Summary

We are seeking dedicated and detail-oriented Housekeeping Associates to join our team. The Housekeeping Associate will play a vital role in maintaining cleanliness and organization throughout the retail and warehouse areas, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for our customers and employees.

Job Type

Full-time

Job Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain retail and warehouse areas, including floors, surfaces, restrooms, and customer seating areas, to uphold cleanliness standards and enhance the overall shopping experience.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and scrub floors regularly to remove dirt, debris, and spills, paying special attention to high-traffic areas and entryways.
• Dust and wipe down surfaces, shelves, fixtures, and displays to remove dust, fingerprints, and smudges, maintaining a tidy and presentable appearance.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms regularly, including toilets, sinks, mirrors, and countertops, replenishing supplies as needed to ensure a clean and hygienic environment.
• Empty trash receptacles and recycling bins throughout the facility, disposing of waste properly and replacing liners as needed.
• Monitor and replenish cleaning supplies and restroom amenities, notifying management of any shortages or maintenance issues.
• Follow safety procedures and guidelines to prevent accidents and injuries, including proper handling and storage of cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Other duties/projects as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

This job operates in a retail store environment.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand during the entire shift.
• Must be able to lift and/or move, bend, stoop, climb, reach, and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Previous experience in housekeeping or janitorial services, preferably in a retail or warehouse environment, is preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and guidelines related to cleaning chemicals and equipment is a plus.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with customers and colleagues.
• Thorough understanding of safety hazards, personal protection equipment (PPE), and proper use of various cleaning and sanitizing solutions.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position with hours based on the needs of the business.