Housekeeper - Professional Housecleaner, with Trainer and Team Lead Potential

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits/Perks

• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Compensation
• Career Advancement Opportunities

We are looking for a Housekeeper to join our team! You will be responsible for providing exceptional customer service by consistently cleaning homes. You will be traveling to customers' homes and providing a variety of cleaning services. 

You are someone who takes pride in their work, operating with high integrity and efficiency while serving customers. You have an eye for the details and go above & beyond to make an impact on our customers! 

Responsibilities: 

• Effectively use provided equipment -- including vacuums and cleaning solutions -- to clean customer homes, offices, warehouses, and other facilities
• Be able to clean all surfaces in the home, including fans, blinds, light fixtures, baseboards, fixtures, counters, showers, toilets, cabinets, and floor
• Ability to clean floors on hands and knees in kitchens and bathrooms
• Vacuum all stairs, carpet, hard surface floors and furniture
• Move all reasonably moveable furniture to clean under and behind
• Carry all cleaning products and equipment to and from office, vehicle, and customers’ homes
• Assist in keeping supplies stocked and maintain equipment
• Contribute to a positive work climate with a pleasant attitude and contribute to the overall team effort including being in uniform, dependable, and on time

Qualifications: 

• Previous housekeeping/janitorial experience preferred
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to commute between job sites 
• Ability to read and follow cleaning instructions
• Ability to differentiate between cleaning products and uses
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to lift and carry 20 lbs of equipment 
• Ability to withstand regular physical contact with dog and cat hair, mold, dust, mildew and cleaning solutions

MORE INFORMATION: 

WHAT WE DO: Our company professionally cleans residential and commercial properties on a recurring basis, one-time cleanings such as move-in and move-outs, post-construction cleaning, deep cleaning projects, office cleaning, and specialized organizational projects. We help so many people who either cannot physically do the cleaning they have done in the past, do not have the time to keep up, or just prefer spending time on something else.

CUSTOMERS OFTEN REWARD OUR EMPLOYEES WITH $5 to $30 TIPS FOR A JOB WELL DONE! Holiday bonuses happen frequently too! So, if you work hard and do an exceptional job, your hourly pay is only part of your income!

And, they tell our people how much they appreciate and need us. To us, it’s not just about cleaning, it is about helping to create a healthy environment for the people we serve.

We also pay $10/hr for the time it takes to drive between appointments to offset the cost of traveling. Most often we try to schedule appointments near your residence but there are times you will travel outside of your area. We serve Weber, Davis, and Salt Lake, and Utah counties currently.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: We are looking for an ambitious and well organized individual that has future leadership potential , with or without professional cleaning experience. On-the-job training is provided . We are a newer company that is growing fast and plans to expand within the coming year. The person we hire will have the potential to move into a trainer, and crew lead position quickly. The position is currently part-time with full-time potential based on performance and willingness to lead and train others.

Attention to detail is extremely important as we provide very high quality cleaning services for both residential and commercial clients. This quality is key for the growth of our company and is the reason we regularly get referrals for additional business. Bonuses are paid out for employees who get referrals from clients they regularly take care of.

Reliability is an absolute must. The employee will be scheduled appointments where they are expected to be there at a certain time and efficiently complete the job accurately within a certain pre-determined time. Often, on larger jobs, the employee is part of a team and the total appointment time is calculated based on having every member of the team there.

We are looking for someone with very good people skills, friendly yet professional level communication skills, trustworthy in every way, with schedule flexibility. We will also work with your schedule as needed. The individual must be willing to follow instructions, take professional advice, and truly be committed to providing very high quality and detailed services. Communication and customer service is very important.

They must be able to pass the initial background check and drug screening, and be willing to submit to random drug testing. We are in the private homes of individuals as well as offices for local businesses and trust is imperative.

TRANSPORTATION: In most cases, the employee will need their own transportation. There will be times where the group lead can arrange a carpool with the other members assigned to a job.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: A high school diploma is preferred but not necessary. No college is necessary. However, the applicant must have the ability to learn new skills, become efficient, and take learning very seriously.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: No commercial cleaning experience is required. Leadership experience is a definite plus, experience cleaning your own home over the years qualifies as a level of experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: This is a very physically active job where lifting, bending, stooping, visual acuity, mental organization and coordination, balance, and moving are all very necessary to be efficient. If you have concerns that any of these physical or mental activities would be detrimental to your health, please consider a different job that may be more suitable. It is frequent that lifting 20 lb chairs, and even some items that are heavier may be necessary.

STARTING WAGE: Starting wages will be based on the results of a testing phase where the level of cleaning accuracy, personal conduct, and independence potential will be monitored. During the testing phase, the starting wages are $13/hr. The employee will be working with a trainer at all times, and after the 40 hours is completed, they will go through an evaluation meeting where they will be given their actual starting wage ranging between $13/hr to $15/hr.