Job DetailsJob Location: Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082JOB SUMMARY
Performs, daily, the routine and non-routine cleaning functions as assigned through Vicars Landing in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations governing our facility; and as may be instructed by the Director of Housekeeping/Laundry Services, to provide a safe, sanitary and attractive environment for all Members, guests and employees.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Maintains quality index range of 75-89% effectiveness. Performs cleaning functions as assigned according to departmental procedures. This duty is performed about 45% of the time.
2. Cleaning chemicals are mixed to proper use-dilution. Cleaning chemicals are not mixed with any other product except those specifically listed on product label. Cleaning chemical solutions are placed in properly labeled bottles approved for the product. This duty is performed about 10% of the time.
3. Supplies and equipment necessary to complete work assignments are taken to the work area within 15 minutes of shift start, prepared to begin assignment for the day. This duty is performed about 5% of the time.
4. All equipment used is thoroughly cleaned and returned to storage areas in designated spaces by the end of the shift. Spills occurring during cart and equipment setup/breakdown are cleaned up. Empty containers are removed and properly disposed of in dumpster. This duty is performed about 5% of the time.
5. All broken, damaged, or inoperative equipment and hazardous conditions are reported. Housekeeping Service equipment is tagged as inoperative with a description of the problem. This duty is performed about 5% of the time.
6. Annual sick time does not exceed 5% or 13 days per year. Reports to work on time 95% of the time. Does not continue to work more than scheduled hours or clock-in ahead of scheduled shift time unless authorized. Follows scheduled lunch and break schedule. Properly notifies supervisor when absent or late to work. Nametag is worn daily on shirts or smocks. Uniform, hair, and shoes are neat and clean. Knocks on door and identifies self when entering room/apartment. This duty is performed about 5% of the time.
7. Members are treated with consideration, respect and full recognition of their dignity and individuality. Medical condition and treatment discussed with others only as medically necessary to maintain safety and ensure well-being of Member. Personal possessions are treated with utmost care. This duty is performed about 5% of the time.
8. "Wet Floor" signs are used when performing tile and carpet wet cleaning tasks. Equipment cords are placed so as not to create tripping hazard and unplugged when not in use. Gloves are worn on both hands in the performance of cleaning tasks, trash, and soiled linen handling. Calls for assistance when moving heavy objects. Carefully disposes of trash. Removes equipment from hallways and elevators and reports to designated "pool" areas in the event of a disaster drill or actual disaster. This duty is performed about 10% of the time.
9. Demonstrate ability to use all Housekeeping Services equipment through practical application. Periodic and situational duties are performed as assigned according to procedures. This duty is performed about 5% of the time.
10. Attends annually required in-services. Attends and participates in 80% of monthly departmental meetings. This duty is performed about 5% of the time.
11. Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.QualificationsEducation & Experience:
Mental alertness and adaptability to office and field area work routines. Equivalent to four years high school or GED, with particular emphasis during high school in office skills, shop skills, or others, plus 7 to 11 months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Skills, Abilities & Competencies:
Ability to read a limited number of words and recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers; Ability to write and speak simple sentences as a means for basic communication.
Ability to read, write and speak some English – perform basic arithmetic, follow written and oral instructions in English.
Ability to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset and at times, hostile people within the facility.
May be exposed to unsanitary conditions, unpleasant odors, dust, chemicals, and verbal abuse of the residents.
Ability to use common sense understanding to carry out simple multi-step instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations with limited variables.
Under immediate supervision, performs general assignments of work, with periodic check of performance by supervisor.
Performs work operations which permit infrequent opportunity for decision-making of minor importance, and which would only affect the operating efficiency of the individual involved to a slight degree.
Activities or duties using a pre-determined set of processes or directions coupled with nearby supervision. Learned things in situations where choice is simple or patterned.
Frequent contacts with general public, patrons, or other outside representatives, wherein the manner of handling these contacts has a bearing on the organization's position and operation.
Contacts occasionally with others beyond immediate associates, but generally of a routine nature. May obtain, present, or discuss data, but only as pertains to an immediate and specific assignment. No responsibility for obtaining cooperation or approval of action or decision.
Outside or inside working environment, wherein there are potentially hazardous working conditions and life-threatening situations exist (fire, chemicals, electrical sources, heights, dangerous people, etc.) part of the time.
While performing the functions of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles; occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions, risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk hear, and occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, and crouch. Employee must have excellent balance and be able to climb a ladder and walk around a roof. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and be able to work at heights. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus as well as work on a computer for extended periods of time. The employee must be able to communicate verbally with other on the phone or in person.
