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Housekeeper- (Casual)

Housekeeper- (Casual)

Phoenix SocietySurrey, BC
30+ days ago
Salary
CAD17.31 hourly
Job description

Job Summary

TheHousekeeper at Phoenix Society performs heavy to light cleaning duties toensure that the suitesand common areas in the facility are in a clean and orderly condition, working in tandem with other janitorial staff and volunteers. Keyresponsibilities include : cleaning floors; shampooing rugs; washing walls and windows;removing garbage; cleaning appliances; and notifying management when anysupplies or repairs are required.

  • Responsibilities;

CustodialServices

  • Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing orvacuuming
  • Strip, seal,finish and polish floors as required
  • Gatherand empty all garbage, recycling and compost bins
  • Service,clean and supply restrooms
  • Cleanand polish furniture, fixtures and appliances
  • Cleanwindows, glass partitions and mirrors
  • Dustfurniture, walls, machines and equipment
  • Steam-cleanand / or shampoo carpets or rugs
  • Makebeds and keep linens in stock as needed
  • Followprocedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment
  • Performother duties as requested
  • Maintenance Services

  • Monitorbuilding security and safety by performing such tasks as locking doors aftercleaning and checking electrical appliances to ensure that hazards are notcreated
  • Notifymanagers concerning the need for major repairs, minor renovations, or building operatingsystems service
  • Requisitionsupplies and equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties
  • Maintainand organize cleaning equipment, materials and supplies
  • Performother duties as required
  • Qualifications

  • Successful completion of Grade 12
  • 1to 3 years of related experience providing custodial and / or housekeepingservices
  • Relatedpost-secondary and WHMIS training is an asset
  • ValidClass 5 driver’s license is required
  • Satisfactorycompletion of a criminal records check with vulnerable sector screening isrequired
  • Satisfactorycompletion of Tuberculosis Screening form is required
  • Satisfactorycompletion of Employee Immunization Record form is required
  • FirstAid certification with CPR is required
  • Skills & Knowledge

  • Fluent and able to effectively communicate professionally, both orally andwritten
  • Demonstratedexperience in custodial services and / or housekeeping
  • Ability to performheavy to light cleaning duties including heavy lifting, climbing stairs, andstanding for extended periods of time
  • Basic computer skills includingMicrosoft Office.
  • Strongorganizational and time management skills with a high attention to detail
  • Stronginterpersonal skills
  • Abilityto work with little supervision and maintain a high level of performance
  • Ability towork independently and contribute to team settings
  • Flexibility to workduring evenings and weekends, and be on call, as needed
  • Excellent ability to work under pressure in a diverse, fast-paced, and dynamic environment
  • Experiencein providing a person centered and community minded environment withmarginalized people is an asset.
  • Competencies

    Approachto Work

  • Demonstratesinitiative, flexibility, adaptability and resourcefulness
  • Actively seeks andincorporates feedback to inform continuous self-improvement
  • Sets goals, creates andimplements action plans, monitors progress, and evaluates results
  • Adeptly managescompeting tasks and uses time efficiently and effectively
  • JobKnowledge & Quality of Work

  • High-degree of relevantand current job knowledge and skill
  • Consistently producesaccurate, thorough, high-quality work in a timely manner
  • Builds and promotes aculture of health and safety in the workplace
  • Implements and enforcesbest practices in health and safety within the workplace (What does enforce mean? Is it up to thisposition to enforce?)
  • Judgement& Decision-Making

  • Models independentthinking and creativity
  • Demonstrates effectiveproblem-solving skills
  • Makes clear,consistent, transparent and timely decisions after contemplating variousavailable courses of action
  • Exercises soundjudgment in the best interests of the organization
  • Communication& Interpersonal Skills

  • Expresses themselvesclearly and professionally both verbally and in writing
  • Displays high emotionalintelligence; uses tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive, complex andconfidential situations
  • Has a manner, style andpresence that makes a positive impression
  • Listens to andconsiders others’ views
  • PersonalLeadership

  • Models theorganization’s core values of social justice, teamwork, social innovation, andstrength-based practices
  • Fosters enthusiasm,energy and commitment
  • Takes responsibilityfor personal actions, performance and health
  • Is reliable andaccountable; shows up on time ready to work
  • Teamwork& Collaboration

  • Effectively works with their colleagues to ensure organizationalsuccess
  • Champions positiveworking relationships with staff and external stakeholders
  • Supports an environmentof openness, and champions teamwork and communication across programs
  • Leverages the expertiseand experience of others for organizational success