Housekeeper/Groundskeeper – NEW Zoo

Job Summary
Cleans and provides housekeeping services throughout Zoo and related Park facilities according to established procedures. Oversees Zoo grounds, including maintenance and improvements.
Essential Duties
Selects and purchases cleaning materials and supplies and prepares solutions according to procedure. Loads equipment, materials and supplies, and transports to work area.

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

Oversees contracted pest control and cleaning systems.

Cleans, vacuums and shampoos carpets; assists in carpet extraction.

Maintains exterior grounds including snow removal, exhibit glass cleaning, etc.

Dusts, mops, strips and waxes floors; moves furniture as required.

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

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

Attends meetings and training sessions as recommended by Supervisor.

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

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

Cleans equipment and notifies supervisor of equipment needing repair. Reports safety hazards to supervisor. Performs minor equipment repairs.

Cleans exhibit windows, displays and viewing areas.

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

Collects hazardous waste using established procedures. Maintains MSDS documents.

Provides security on-call support.

Follows all safety procedures.

Writes work orders on all environmental surfaces, furniture and equipment in need of repair.

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.

Keeps grounds neat and orderly including: litter pickup, emptying receptacles, and keeping pathways clean.

Assists with gardening and landscaping of zoo grounds.

Mows lawns and string trims interior animal exhibits and surrounding areas.

Assists Facility Worker on regular basis with larger zoo projects

Responds when Facility Work not on duty including: answer to alarm system calls, overseeing park safety and parking issues, and troubleshoot maintenance issues.

Performs daily checks of the zoo including everyday restroom and facility cleaning, clean grounds, exhibit maintenance and looks for potential safety hazards before the zoo opens.

Performs related functions as assigned.
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. Training and experience in the housekeeping profession is desirable.

Licenses and Certifications:
Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License.
First Aid/CPR/AED certification or ability to obtain.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Current knowledge of housekeeping procedures and techniques.

Knowledge of purchasing procedures.

Knowledge of principles of documentation.

Knowledge of handling hazardous materials.

Ability to use hand and power tools.

Ability to operate truck, snow removal equipment, including Skid steer.

Ability to organize and plan activities.

Ability to recognize safety problems and issues.

Ability to operate custodial equipment.

Ability to 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 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.

Ability to operate grounds keeping equipment

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