Housekeeper

Job Summary
Cleans and provides housekeeping services throughout County owned and leased facilities according to established procedures.

Hours are currently scheduled from 12pm-8:30pm Monday-Friday
Essential Duties
Selects cleaning materials and supplies and prepares solutions according to procedure. Loads equipment, materials and supplies, and transports to work area.

Cleans assigned areas by cleaning furniture, tile, fixtures, walls, doors, doorframes, ceilings, windows, equipment, etc. with cleaning solutions.

Cleans vacuums and extracts carpet; spot cleans when necessary.

Dusts, mops, deep cleans and top coats, strips and waxes floors; moves furniture as required.

Operates various types of cleaning equipment, both mechanical and electrical, i.e., buffers, wringers, scrubbers, vacuums and carpet extractors.

Cleans and disinfects drinking fountains, sinks, toilets and urinals; replenishes rest room supplies.

Dusts woodwork, furniture, windowsills, room dividers, file cabinets, counter and other fixtures.

Sweeps and mops floor areas, vacuums carpet, and spot-cleans carpets using appropriate solutions, and arranges furniture and equipment in an orderly fashion after cleaning assigned area.

Keeps equipment clean and well maintained by following policies and procedures; requesting a work order through the computer by using the designated e-mail address / link.

Collects and disposes of waste from all areas. Cleans and sanitizes all refuse containers.

Collects hazardous waste using established procedures and understands Standard Precautions.

Follows all safety procedures and reports safety hazards to supervisor.

Arranges furniture for meetings, workshops and community affairs.

Requests work orders on all environmental surfaces, furniture and equipment in need of repair through the work order address in computer.

Completes and maintains necessary documentation according to applicable requirements, codes and policies.

Attends meetings and training sessions as recommended by the supervisor.

Secures buildings at the end of the shift when necessary.

Performs related functions as assigned.

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT USED:

Variety of cleaning equipment and supplies
Vacuum cleaner, Mop, Wringer, Floor machines, Buffer, Carpet extractors
Floor scrubbers, Burnishers
Computer
Minimum Qualifications Required
Education and Experience:

High school diploma; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities. One (1) year of cleaning experience in the profession is preferred.

Licenses and Certifications:

Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Current knowledge of housekeeping procedures and techniques.

Knowledge of principles of documentation.

Knowledge of handling hazardous materials.

Ability to organize and prioritize cleaning tasks.

Ability to recognize safety problems and issues.

Ability to operate and maintain cleaning equipment.

Ability to safely perform work while on ladders.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Ability to demonstrate a positive image of the facility amongst clients and visitors.

Ability to establish and maintain positive, effective working relationships with staff and the public.

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Ability to work the required hours of the position.

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