Housekeeper

EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Description

Beacon is now hiring for a full-time housekeeper! We're a limited-liability company founded in 1998 to develop and manage a diverse portfolio of affordable housing. Our employees make a difference in people's lives every day. Join us!

OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION

The position is vital to the overall marketing of our properties & our success in maintaining high occupancy levels. The individual in this position is responsible for everything that a prospective client and/or a current resident sees from the time they walk on to our properties or leave their apartment homes. That first impression tells a prospective resident more about our company's operation than any words could explain. As such, this is an important position and is highly regarded within the organization. Not only is it imperative that our properties are presented well to our guests, but our residents are entitled to a surrounding that they can be proud of. Market-ready apartments must be ready for a prospective resident to view. Oftentimes the cleanliness of the vacant apartment makes the sale. Safety of our residents is also an important aspect of our service; the housekeeper is involved in maintaining floors, elevators, places that could be of potential danger to our residents if not well maintained and serviced in a timely manner.

Salary: $18-$20/hr DOE + monthly phone allowance and a competitive benefit package, including a 401(k) match after 6 months of employment

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION

This position services our scattered site apartments/homes, so duties will vary depending on vacancy, current property needs, etc. Below is a list of tasks that will give you an idea of housekeeper duties & responsibilities, but it is not a comprehensive list. Specific duties will be assigned by the maintenance supervisor and/or regional or community managers.

Lobbies, offices, and entries

• Building entries must be cleaned and made to appear inviting
• Elevators are cleaned and vacuumed
• Offices are spot cleaned daily and thoroughly cleaned weekly
• Any model apartments must be visited first thing every day to ensure their condition
• Lobbies are dusted, vacuumed, windows washed, and furniture straightened daily
• Tile floors in first-floor common area are mopped daily
• Public restrooms are cleaned and stocked daily
• Basements are spot-cleaned daily and thoroughly cleaned once a week

Hallways, landings, and stairwells

• Hallways will be vacuumed at least weekly
• Hallways are walked everyday to ensure that any trash or items dropped by a resident or guests are picked up.
• Trash rooms are cleaned daily
• At least quarterly baseboards and doors are wiped down in hallways
• Stairwells are swept and mopped weekly

Make Ready Apartments

• When a resident moves out of the building, the housekeeper may be asked to assist with cleaning out the trash left behind in the apartment
• During refurbishing of the apartment, the housekeeper will participate in the following (list may not be all inclusive):

1. Thoroughly cleaning the range and refrigerator
2. Cleaning inside and outside of all cabinets and closets
3. Cleaning all fixtures in the bathroom and the bathtub
4. Stripping and mopping tile floors
5. Washing windows
6. Wiping down baseboards after painting and cleaning window sills
7. Final vacuuming/sweeping of the unit after all work is completed

Other duties and responsibilities

• Assisting maintenance with situations that may require a second individual, but not performing maintenance duties
• Assisting in resident social functions, i.e. set-up and teardown as well as participating in the social aspect of the function
• Assisting in the preparation for reviews by Kentucky Housing Corporation, Department of Housing and Urban Development, the mortgage company, or the owner
• Assisting residents during times of inclement weather: clearing snow and ice on walkways and entries
• Any other duties that may be assigned in order to ensure a high level of quality service is being provided to our prospective and current resident population

Position Requirements

SKILLS REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION

• Ability to operate general cleaning equipment (vacuum cleaner, floor stripper, industrial size mop and bucket, etc.)
• Reading and comprehension skills to interrupt directions on chemicals used in the building and manuals to explain operation of equipment
• Basic math skills, adding and subtracting, in order to mix chemical solutions correctly with bases or water
• Ability to work independent of direct supervision, following a checklist and organizing time efficiently
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and with empathy to persons of all ethnic and economic backgrounds
• Ability to maintain information in a confidential manner

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or GED
• One year of work experience

PHYSICAL and ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Handling of equipment that weighs up to 10 pounds
• Moving and arranging furniture
• Bending, kneeling, stretching, walking, standing up to 8 hours daily
• Pushing or pulling equipment in a stooped over position such as a vacuum or mop
• Work is routinely performed in a climate that is consistent with that normally found in a commercial-type building i.e. 70-72 degrees year round. During severe weather, some work may be performed for limited amount of time outside in a colder temperature or in the summer in a hotter temperature
• Areas are well lit and ventilated

LEVEL OF INFORMATION SENSITIVITY

• Generally, this position will not involve work that requires knowledge of a confidential nature.
• High-level of confidentiality as it relates to the economic and physical well being of our residents
• Medium-level of confidentiality as it relates to management of the building and interaction with other employees and residents.

This position is currently accepting applications.