Housekeeping Associate

Wheeler Mission Ministries; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 15,297 - 21,787; Part time

Job summary

Wheeler Mission Ministries is seeking a dedicated part-time Housekeeping employee for their Center for Women and Children in Indianapolis. This role entails ensuring cleanliness and maintenance across various facilities, requiring flexibility for weekend and evening shifts.

Ideal candidates will have strong adaptability and problem-solving skills, with at least one year of relevant work experience. A high school diploma and a valid Indiana Driver’s License are preferred.

Join a team committed to serving individuals experiencing homelessness in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand basic instructions regarding cleaning requirements.
• Demonstrated high standards for cleaning and ability to meet Wheeler housekeeping standards.
• 1+ years of successful, recent work experience, demonstrating dependability and a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• General cleaning and sanitation of all facilities.
• Perform general maintenance and minor repairs as needed.
• Travel to and work in other WM facilities when necessary.

Skills

Adaptability

Problem Solving

Guest/Customer Focus

Detail Orientation

Action Orientation

Timeliness

Education

High school diploma or HSE

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Power sprayers

Industrial washers and dryers

Job description

Job Details: Level: Entry / Location: Center for Women and Children – Indianapolis, IN 46201 / Position Type: Part Time / Salary Range: $13.46 Hourly / Job Shift: Any / Job Category: Facilities.

Position Summary

Provides excellent and consistent housekeeping care at Wheeler Mission Ministries' shelter and resident facilities for individuals experiencing homelessness in the Indianapolis community. The facilities have a variety of layouts that include kitchens, dining rooms, residential areas, sleeping spaces, orientation rooms, etc. Facility team members must be familiar with all spaces to cover facility and housekeeping needs for the Ministry. Some weekend or evening work will be required.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Cleaning of Facilities

• General cleaning and sanitation of floors, restrooms, shower rooms, and glass/windows. This includes but is not limited to vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, cleaning sinks, showers, toilets, windows, and mirrors, and picking up daily debris.
• Laundry, including bed linens.
• Cleans outside of facilities including shoveling/salting snow as needed.

General Maintenance

• Perform general maintenance including replacing light bulbs or filters and making minor repairs to walls, painting, or flooring as needed.
• Must watch for facility or equipment malfunctions and report any facility issues to their supervisor immediately.

Other

• Other duties may be assigned by the supervisor in order to maintain safe, clean, and functional facilities at WM.
• Will occasionally travel to and work in other WM facilities.

Competencies Required

• Adaptability
• Problem Solving
• Guest/Customer Focus
• Detail Orientation
• Action Orientation
• Timeliness

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to understand basic instructions regarding cleaning requirements.
• Demonstrated high standards for cleaning and ability to meet Wheeler housekeeping standards.
• MUST be able to identify issues such as broken equipment, maintenance needs, or guest complaints, and take appropriate actions to address them.
• 1+ years of successful, recent work experience, demonstrating dependability and a strong work ethic.
• Flexibility to work in other WM facilities, work varied hours, and evening or weekend work.
• High school diploma or HSE, preferred.
• A valid Indiana Driver’s License and ability to be insured by WM’s auto-insurance policy, preferred.
• Wheeler cleaning standards.
• Hazardous material safety requirements.
• Equipment handling including power sprayers, mowers, snow blowers, industrial washers and dryers.
• Basic Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including email, Word, and SharePoint.
• Basic Proficiency in Pay Com.
• Belief in the inerrancy of the Holy Bible.
• Adherence to WM Employee Policies.
• Alignment with WM Core Values: Christ-Centered Purpose, Faithful Stewardship, Excellence, Grace and Truth.

Physical Requirements

• Remain standing for long periods of time and walk consistently throughout the day.
• Ascend and descend stairs multiple times a day.
• Operate relevant tools and equipment to perform daily tasks.

Other Requirements for Employment

• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holiday hours.
• Travel between Wheeler Mission’s facilities if needed.
• Compliance with Conflict of Interest Policy, Confidentiality Policy, Post‑offer acceptable background check required for all positions.
• 1+ years of sobriety.
• All employees must sign and adhere to WM Drugs and Alcohol policy and remain free from addiction to drugs or alcohol and illegal drug use. Candidates must submit to and pass a drug and/or alcohol test.

Disclaimer: Although WMM has attempted to accurately and thoroughly describe this position, WMM reserves the right to change the same, including to change, add to or subtract from the duties outlined, within the sole discretion of WMM, at any time, with or without advance notice. This position description in no way implies that these are the only duties, including essential duties, to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This position description is not an employment contract, implied or otherwise. The employment relationship remains “at‑will.” The aforementioned job requirements are subject to change to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities.