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Housekeeper

Location: Upper Marlboro, MD

Professional

Job Description:

Kinetic Potential (KP) is currently recruiting for a conscientious and dedicated housekeeper.

This position is responsible for cleaning projects requiring advanced training and demonstrated skills—Inspects work performed in assigned building/property(s) and submits reports to the Supervisor. Positions may be indoors to maintain the interior of the community, outdoors to maintain the exterior or a mixture of both.

Responsibilities:

Performs a variety of cleaning/maintenance duties as assigned including but not limited to sweeping, mopping, shampooing, dusting, polishing, trash disposal, replacing light bulbs, and window cleaning.

  • Informs Supervisor of needed supplies.
  • Maintains all cleaning solutions in accordance to OSHA requirements for hazardous chemicals.
  • Removes trash from premises and assists in emergency cleaning.
  • Ability to properly utilize new equipment and follow safety procedures prior to using this equipment.
  • Maintains friendly and professional attitude.
  • Responsible for maintaining the appropriate level of sanitary and cleaning supplies for assigned areas.
  • Inspects all assigned areas daily and reports all cleaning and maintenance discrepancies to Supervisor.
  • Ensures that security procedures are adhered to at all times.
  • Ensures all safety precautions are followed while performing work.
  • Maintains working relationship with building staff.
  • Furnishes and burnishes floors as required.
  • Completes daily work orders as scheduled.
  • Responsible for maintaining the appropriate level of sanitary and cleaning supplies for assigned areas.
  • Maintains assigned equipment in good working condition.
  • As applicable, cleans restrooms, sweeps and mops floors, refills all dispensers such as hand towels, toilet paper & hand soap, cleans toilets, urinals, sinks, mirrors & counters. Empties/removes trash.
  • Reports any discrepancies or deficiencies to supervisor.
  • Ability to properly utilize new equipment and follow safety procedures prior to using this equipment.

Requirements:

  • Previous Custodial Experience Preferred/One year.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong Customer Service, Communication, And Interpersonal Skills are Required.
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs. following appropriate safety procedures.
  • Work in an upright standing position for long periods of time.
  • Crawl in small and tight spaces; Ability to work in different environmental working conditions (e.g. heat, cold, wind, rain);
  • Walk and climb stairs; Handle, finger, grasp, and feel objects and equipment;
  • Complete all required forms.
  • Climb ladders and work at heights above ground level (maximum 3 ft).

 

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