Housekeeping Inspector - Oasis at Death Valley

Xanterra; California; On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Death Valley National Park pass

Pool, golf course, rec center, gym and

Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts

Planned employee trips and activities

$350 Referral Bonus Program

The adventure of a lifetime!

Job summary

Oasis at Death Valley is seeking a Housekeeping Inspector to ensure daily cleanliness and quality in guest rooms. The role supports the housekeeping manager, with a typical 40-hour schedule including weekends, evenings, and holidays, at $18.15 per hour.

Position is full-time year-round or seasonal, with employee housing, on-site meals, and access to facilities. Join a dynamic team in a unique desert national park setting and help deliver memorable guest experiences.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months to 1-year previous customer service experience.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.
• Prior housekeeping experience in a hotel/resort/healthcare setting preferred.
• Able to work independently.
• Grooming standards must be followed.
• Adhere to OSHA and company cleaning guidelines.
• Available for AM and PM Inspector shifts.
• Bilingual preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Supervises Guest Room Attendants and Housepersons, ensuring productivity and cleanliness.
• Inspects checkout and stay-over rooms and coaches staff as needed.
• Inspects hallways and public areas and communicates opportunities to housekeeping management.
• Inspects and restocks supply closets and notes amenities par levels for ordering.
• Reports occupancy statuses to PBX and housekeeping manager as needed.
• Uses in-room phone system and computer system to update room statuses promptly.

Skills

Customer service

Supervision

Room inspections

Quality standards

Communication

Time management

Bilingual

Job description

Overview

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Housekeeping team at the Oasis at Death Valley!

The Oasis at Death Valley is situated in a lush, spring-fed desert oasis, surrounded by the vast and arid desert of Death Valley National Park. The Oasis operates the historic AAA Four Diamond Inn and Ranch, restaurants, gift shops, and the world's lowest elevation golf course. Both hotels are open year-round and feature swimming pools fed by naturally warm local springs.

We’re hiring Housekeeping Inspectors to Live. Work. Explore. in Death Valley National Park!

Job Summary:

Inspects all guest rooms daily to ensure cleanliness and assesses the condition according to established guidelines and standards as set by the Housekeeping Manager.

The Details:

Position Type: Full-Time, Year-Round or Seasonal
Season Dates: As soon as possible, Approximately 3 weeks out
Pay: $18.15/hr
Schedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days/per week (will include weekends, evenings, and holidays)

Why the Oasis at Death Valley?

Death Valley National Park is in the northern Mojave Desert in California and is the largest National Park outside of Alaska. With incredibly diverse ecosystems, sand dunes, mountains, and America's lowest elevations, Death Valley is an incredible place to call home. We are a welcoming community who work hard, share a real passion for the environment, and enjoy crafting memorable experiences for our guests.

Life at the Oasis:

• Employee housing (dormitory-style) and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style) provided at low cost
• Free on-site laundry facility, Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth)
• A fast-paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities
• Meet people of all ages from all over the country and world!

Benefits:

Full-Time, Year-Round

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Disability Insurance
• 401k with match
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Learning and Development Programs

Seasonal

• Sick Pay
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Learning and Development Program

Perks:

• Free Death Valley National Park pass
• Free access to pool, golf course, rec center, gym and sports court
• Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts
• Planned employee trips and activities
• $350 Referral Bonus Program
• The adventure of a lifetime!

Responsibilities

• Supervises Guest Room Attendants and Housepersons. Ensures maximum productivity and guest room/area cleanliness.
• Inspects each checkout and stay-over room in assigned section, and addresses concerns through coaching; communicates opportunities to the housekeeping manager.
• Inspects all hallways and public areas as assigned, and addresses concerns through coaching; communicates opportunities to the housekeeping manager.
• Inspects and restocks supply closets in assigned section throughout the day and at the end of shift. Communicates amenities par levels of that need to be ordered.
• Reports occupancy statuses for assigned section to PBX and housekeeping manager as needed.
• Uses in-room phone system to update room statuses in a prompt and timely manner.
• Learns and uses computer system to ensure accuracy of room statuses throughout the day.
• Immediately reports maintenance concerns to Engineering and Housekeeping Manager and adjusts room availability accordingly.
• Immediately reports and turns in all lost and found items to Fire, Life, and Safety.
• Cleans guest rooms when necessary.
• Cleans public areas when necessary.
• Cleans administrative offices and restrooms when necessary.
• Checks Out of Order rooms to see if MRs are complete.
• Training new employees and retraining when necessary.
• Communicates to housekeeping management to assign any rooms for deep clean.
• Responsible for keeping a Master sheet for any projects. Ensuring the project is completed in a timely manner.
• Other duties as assigned by housekeeping management.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months to 1-year previous customer service experience.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License
• Prior experience experience in housekeeping, preferably in a hotel, resort, or healthcare setting strongly preferred.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Must adhere to grooming standards.
• Must adhere to all OSHA and company guidelines when using cleaning materials.
• Must be available for AM and PM Inspector shifts.
• Bilingual preferred but not required.

Physical Requirements include:

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must be able to bend, push, pull, kneel, lift and stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to work in extreme temperatures.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.