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Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown

House Person Full-Time

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A Maid or Housekeeping Staff provides cleaning and housekeeping services, primarily for rooms and bathrooms in hotels and hospitals. May also work in private residences, office buildings, colleges, other institutions.

$39,528 / year median in California

+3% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Purpose To perform a combination of tasks which maintain hotel premises in a clean and orderly manner, thereby contributing to a pleasant, positive guest experience. Job Responsibilities Cleans rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, and locker rooms and other work areas. Abides by the regulations set forth by the material safety data sheets when using chemicals. Moves/arranges furniture and dusts/polishes furniture, metalwork and equipment. Sweeps, scrubs, waxes, and polishes floors, using brooms and mops and powered scrubbing and waxing machines. Cleans rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and draperies, using vacuum cleaner. Collects soiled linens for laundering and receives and stores linen supplies in linen closet. Cleans bathrooms and replenishes with supplies. Refurnishes room with supplies, towels etc. as required. Supplies cleaning cart with appropriate supplies for shift. Washes walls, ceiling, and woodwork; washes windows, door panels, and sills. Empties wastebaskets, and empties and cleans ashtrays. Transports trash and waste to disposal area. Takes the initiative to greet guests in a friendly and warm manner. Other duties as assigned. Job Skills Use hands to lift, carry, or pull objects that may be heavy. Understand simple instructions. Learn simple procedures and techniques. Perform routine work or the same task over and over again. Physical Requirements Ability to speak and hear. Close and distance vision. Frequently lifts/carries over 50 lbs. Continual use of manual dexterity and gross motor skills with frequent use of bi-manual dexterity and fine motor skills. Qualifications Education High school diploma preferred Experience At least 2 years experience in the Housekeeping Houseperson position. Licenses/Certifications N/A