Housekeeper - Assistant (16 hours)

GENERAL OVERVIEW OF KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

We are looking for a versatile and hardworking Housekeeping Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and organization of our facility, both inside and outside. This role includes a variety of tasks such as shredding documents, pulling trash, cleaning the exterior of the building, refilling restroom supplies, and assisting with event setups and landscaping.

ESSENTIAL & CORE FUNCTIONS:

• Shredding Documents: Safely and securely shred confidential documents as required.
• Trash Removal: Pull and dispose of trash from offices, restrooms, and common areas. Ensure proper disposal according to facility guidelines.
• Exterior Cleaning: Maintain the cleanliness of the building's exterior, including sweeping, picking up litter, and cleaning entryways.
• Restroom Maintenance: Refill paper products such as toilet paper, paper towels, and hand soap in restrooms as needed. Ensure restrooms are clean and stocked.
• Event Setup Assistance: Assist in setting up and breaking down for meetings, conferences, and other events. This may include arranging furniture, setting up tables and chairs, and ensuring the area is clean and organized.
• Landscaping Support: Assist the landscaping team with tasks such as watering plants, trimming shrubs, and maintaining the overall appearance of outdoor spaces.
• Dusting Offices: Dusting offices and other areas throughout the building as needed.
• Follow Safety Protocols: Adhere to all safety guidelines and procedures, especially when handling equipment and cleaning chemicals.

PREREQUISITES & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience: Previous experience in housekeeping, janitorial work, or landscaping is an advantage but not required; on-the-job training will be provided.
• Skills:
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining a clean environment.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Good physical condition with the ability to perform manual labor, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.
• Basic knowledge of cleaning and landscaping techniques.

WORK ENVIRONMENT  

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

PHYSICAL and MENTAL DEMANDS: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing this job, the employee must be able to meet the physical and mental demands which may be strenuous at times.

At times, the employee may be required to stand, sit, walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl for extended periods of time. The employee must occasionally lift, push, or pull light to medium objects up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Regularly, the employee will be required to talk, hear, and use hands. 

Work includes both indoor and outdoor tasks, with exposure to various weather conditions. Flexibility and scheduling are also necessary to complete required duties. This position may require occasional evening or weekend hours for special events or projects.