PORTER /HOUSEKEEPER FLOOR TECH

Performs housekeeping and floor cleaning throughout the community in order to create a safe, secure, and inviting environment for residents, families and team members.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The following duties are normal for this position.  This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.  Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Performs cleaning duties according to schedule (daily, weekly, monthly) in assigned areas.
• Sweeps, dusts, dust mops, and wet mops all floors and stairways; spot cleans and vacuums floors, rugs, carpets and runners.  Rotates runners in hallways and entryways.
• Utilizes scrubbing machine on solid floors and carpet cleaner machine.
• Maintains equipment and materials needed to perform work in a clean and orderly condition.
• Appropriately measures use of chemicals and ensures cleaning chemicals are kept stored and locked when not in use.
• Ensures any cords, carts, equipment and other hazards are kept out of the way at all times, not blocking exits and in compliance with fire codes.
• Moves dining tables, booths, chairs to clean required areas.
• Reports any needed repairs and supply and equipment needs to the Lead Housekeeper.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively speaking the primary language of the residents.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals .
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.  Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Interacts with guests, residents and staff in a courteous and friendly manner.
• Ability to respond promptly to resident needs.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Ability to perform tasks with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Competent in organizational, time management skills.
• Ability to work semi-independently without direct supervision.

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous housekeeping experience preferred.