Housekeeper

FTS is seeking a Housekeeper for Dauphin Island. 

We are looking for a professional Housekeeper able to attend to our facilities with integrity and attention to detail.  The goal is to create a clean and orderly environment for our guests that will become a critical factor in maintaining and strengthening our reputation.

Essential Job Duties are but not limited to:

●       Perform a variety of cleaning activities such as sweeping, mopping, dusting, and polishing, stripping, and waxing floors.

●       Operates various mechanized cleaning equipment, such as vacuums, polishers, buffers, etc.

●       Maintain a facility in a sanitary and infection-free condition through washing, cleaning and replacement of equipment and furnishings.

●       Requires working in damp, dusty, and dirty areas.  Must clean up human waste and other body fluids, as required. (Seldom)

●       Must handle various cleaning solvents, chemicals, etc.

●       Plan a work schedule for major tasks.

●       Damp dust furniture, light fixtures, windowsills, etc.

●       Empty trash containers daily.

●       Wet mop floors in all residential areas and bathrooms.  Damp mops all areas as needed.

●       Clean wash basins, mirrors, commodes, tubs, and showers daily

●       Clean all air vents.

●       Report any needed repairs immediately to the supervisor (such as leaky faucets or toilets, loose tile, broken windowpanes, missing nuts or screws, beds need repair, etc.)

●       Completely strip and recoat all floor areas when necessary and as scheduled.

●       Check the entire area for spills, water, etc. periodically.

●       Use safety precautions in all housekeeping services.

●       Ensure all offices, dormitories, houses, classrooms, and general facilities are cared for and inspected according to standards.

●       Protect equipment and make sure there are no inadequacies.

●       Notify superiors of any damages, deficits, and disturbances.

●       Deal with reasonable complaints/requests with professionalism and patience

●       Check stocking levels of all consumables and replace when appropriate.

●       Adhere strictly to rules regarding health and safety and be aware of any company-related practices.

●       May be asked to work outside of the assigned schedule for necessary job duties.

●       Participate in our annual Discovery Day (held annually on a Saturday in April)

●       Perform a variety of cleaning activities such as sweeping, mopping, dusting, and polishing, stripping, and waxing floors.

●       Operates various mechanized cleaning equipment, such as vacuums, polishers, buffers, etc.

●       Maintain a facility in a sanitary and infection-free condition through washing, cleaning and replacement of equipment and furnishings.

●       Requires working in damp, dusty, and dirty areas.  Must clean up human waste and other body fluids, as required. (Seldom)

●       Must handle various cleaning solvents, chemicals, etc.

●       Plan a work schedule for major tasks.

●       Damp dust furniture, light fixtures, windowsills, etc.

●       Empty trash containers daily.

●       Wet mop floors in all residential areas and bathrooms.  Damp mops all areas as needed.

●       Clean wash basins, mirrors, commodes, tubs, and showers daily

●       Clean all air vents.

●       Report any needed repairs immediately to the supervisor (such as leaky faucets or toilets, loose tile, broken windowpanes, missing nuts or screws, beds need repair, etc.)

●       Completely strip and recoat all floor areas when necessary and as scheduled.

●       Check the entire area for spills, water, etc. periodically.

●       Use safety precautions in all housekeeping services.

●       Ensure all offices, dormitories, houses, classrooms, and general facilities are cared for and inspected according to standards.

●       Protect equipment and make sure there are no inadequacies.

●       Notify superiors of any damages, deficits, and disturbances.

●       Deal with reasonable complaints/requests with professionalism and patience

●       Check stocking levels of all consumables and replace when appropriate.

●       Adhere strictly to rules regarding health and safety and be aware of any company-related practices.

●       May be asked to work outside of the assigned schedule for necessary job duties.

●       Participate in our annual Discovery Day (held annually on a Saturday in April)

Requirements:

Education:

●       High School Diploma/GED preferred.

●       Ability to read and write.

Experience:

●       Proven experience as a cleaner or housekeeper

●       Ability to work with little supervision and maintain a high level of performance.

●       Computer skills are a must for timekeeping purposes.

●       Timekeeping equipment (Facial recognition time keeping)

●       First Aid/CPR preferred, but not required.

Physical Abilities:

●       Requires occasional, lifting, caring, pushing, pulling of up to 50 lbs.

●       Moderate dexterity in operation machinery, tools, or office equipment

●       Standing or walking some of the time, reaching overhead

●       Working with hands in hot water and chemicals

●       May involve exposure to extreme heat and cold.

●       Must be able to properly lift heavy items from a stooping position, with help.

●       Exposed to bright/dim lights.

●       Requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, hearing and speaking abilities, color perception, depth perception and texture perception.

Interpersonal Abilities:

●       Ability to work in a professional manner with a diverse group of people.

●       Valid State Driver’s license

●       Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

●       Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.

●       Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

●       Work well within a skilled team and independently. 

●       Ability to plan, organize, and implement projects.

●       Ability to prioritize tasks.

●       Ability to meet deadlines with limited oversight.

●       Drive company vehicle on campus properties