What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housekeeper I -CTC position at Brown County?
Cleans interior surfaces, including but not limited to, vacuuming and extracting carpets; cleans, strips, waxes and buff floors; cleans light fixtures, furniture, walls and windows; cleans and sanitizes resident rooms and restrooms, collects and disposes waste, sanitizes garbage cans and ensures adequate stock of supplies are on hand.
Performs housekeeping tasks as in: extracts carpets & upholstered furniture; cleans, scrubs, strips and waxes floors, scrubs and wi-wax floors; dusts, washes, and polishes furniture, equipment and building surfaces, disinfects as required.
Operates various types of cleaning equipment, both mechanical and electrical, e.g. buffers, wringers, scrubbers, extractors and vacuums
Cleans equipment and requests work order for equipment needing repair. Reports safety hazards to supervisor.
Climbs ladders to reach high areas for cleaning purposes
Collects and disposes of waste and recycling materials.
Arranges furniture for meetings, workshops and community affairs
Maintains awareness of all safety and quality assurance standards and procedures
Maintains documentation as required
Maintains good public relations with other departments
Operates vehicles and drives responsibly.
Assumes additional responsibilities as needed.
Performs related functions as assigned.
MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT USED:
Floor Scrubbers
Disinfectants & Sanitizers
Carpet & upholstery extractors
Vacuums
Floor Machine / Buffers / Burnishers
Variety of cleaning equipment and supplies
Sewing machines
Clothing label equipment
Computer
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma, plus one (1) year of cleaning experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Licenses and Certifications:
Valid Wisconsin Driver's License
Must be able to pass FBI background check processKnowledge of methods, materials and equipment used in housekeeping.
Have the ability to attend and complete In-services & Annual Education per State and Federal Regulations.
Knowledge of Infection Control, Standard Precautions, Disinfectants, and HIPPA.
Knowledge of safety standards and ability to adhere to these standards.
Ability to operate, clean, and maintain housekeeping equipment.
Ability to lift and transport materials.
Ability to safely perform work while on ladders.
Ability to recognize safety issues and report them.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Request work orders on all environmental surfaces, furniture, and equipment needing repair through the computer on the e-mail / link.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with residents, clients, staff and the public.
Ability to work the required hours of the position.
Lifting 50 pounds maximum with the assistance of another person, and frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 35 pounds.
Intermittent standing, walking, sitting and driving.
Using hand(s)/feet for repetitive single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling and operating controls.
Frequent bending, twisting, squatting, reaching and grappling and occasional climbing.
Communicating orally in a clear manner.
Distinguishing sounds at various frequencies and volumes.
Distinguishing people or objects at varied distances under a variety of light conditions.
Withstanding temperature changes in the work environment.
Tolerating exposure to cold, noise and vibration in the work environment.