Overview

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Lodging team the Grand Canyon Railway and Hotel!

Located in Williams, Arizona, the historic Grand Canyon Railway and Hotel is the place to get your career on the right track! Open year-round, the Grand Canyon Railway operates scenic train rides, a full-service restaurant, pub, retail shops, and 3-diamond hotel. No matter what your job is, you will play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to all our guests.

We’re hiring - all aboard for a fun and exciting job!

Job Summary:

The Housekeeper is responsible for cleaning guest accommodation according to established Company standards.

The Details:Position Type: Full-Time, Year-RoundPay: $17.20 HourlySchedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days/per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)

Why the Grand Canyon Railway?We are a welcoming community who work hard, share a real passion for the environment, and enjoy crafting memorable experiences for our guests. As part of the Xanterra Travel Collection®, we are proud to offer these unique Grand Canyon experiences.

Life at the Grand Canyon Railway:

• No employee housing available
• Full benefits package!
• 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 and Perks:

• Free gym and pool access
• Free train tickets
• Free entry to Bearizona
• Exclusive retail and dining discounts at GCR and other Xanterra properties
• The adventure of a lifetime!

Responsibilities

• Fully understand and support Xanterra's Mission Statement and Core Values.
• Clean assigned guest accommodations to Company standards (within allocated time 30 minutes for standards and deluxe rooms and 45 minutes per suite) including making beds, cleaning bathrooms, dusting, amenities, removing dirty linens, cleaning outside guest rooms, in hallways, and surrounding grounds.
• Have the ability to clean at least 16 rooms in an 8-hour shift.
• Control all keys, master and guest room keys, and maintain the security of guest rooms, both vacant and occupied.
• Strictly follow standards in cleaning stay-over rooms in dealing with guests’ property.
• Follow instructions given by Inspector, Supervisor, or Management regarding having to return to the room to correct any discrepancies.
• Strictly follow all lost and found procedures. Immediately report lost and found items to the Inspector, Supervisor, or Management.
• Report any maintenance-related problems to the Inspector, Supervisor, or Management immediately.
• Stock cart neatly and safely, according to standards as instructed.
• Follow instructions on the use of all chemicals and cleaning agents.
• Practice Risk Management procedures, including morning stretches, to ensure a safe working environment. Report any safety problems immediately to your supervisors.
• Wear required personal protective equipment while performing tasks.
• Effectively performs tasks without close supervision.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualification:

• Minimum of 6 months of Housekeeping or Custodial Work experience.
• Must be at least 16 years of age.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of rooms and hotel layout on GCR property, including general knowledge of Xanterra Grand Canyon Railway guest services with the ability to convey information to the guests.
• Previous experience in a housekeeping or custodial position.
• 6 Months of Housekeeping or Custodial Work experience.

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly listening, hearing, seeing, standing, walking, balancing, climbing, twisting, eye/hand coordination, manual dexterity, handling, wrist motion, bending/ stooping and carrying, lifting, pushing, and pulling items weighing up to 75lbs and constantly pushing loaded cart weighing up to 300lbs
• Trunk Strength-The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without giving out or fatiguing.
• Static Strength-The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull or carry objects.
• Will be required to stand and walk for long periods of time and to occasionally walk on uneven surfaces.

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 status as a protected veteran.