Job Information
St. George's University General Housekeeper in St. George's, Grenada
St. George’s University
invites applicants for the position of
Room Attendant,
within the
Housekeeping Department.
Special note to applicants:
Review of applications will be ongoing until candidates are identified.
Objective
The goal of the Room Attendant is to create a clean and orderly environment for our students, faculty, and staff and to demonstrate commitment to the values of St. Georges University, its administrators, students, and members of the public who interact with the University. The Room Attendant will collaborate with the University Management Team and the staff of his/her department in carrying out the duties.
Essential Functions
Clean, sanitize and service offices, dormitories, walkways, hallways, lecture halls study halls, and classrooms daily including wiping doors and creases, windows, window ledges, glass panes and glass door
Wipe deck and lounge chairs
Clean mats in front of dorms, lecture halls and offices
Clean laundry area to include wiping down washing machine and dryers
Collect and dispose of all waste and refuse in designated areas including laundry room, dormitories, lecture halls and restaurants using the appropriate bags and bins
Sweep, mop and scrub all floors, corridors, and hallways, including flooded areas
Clean all light fixtures, fire extinguishers and light fixers
Cobweb and dust
Complete deep cleaning as assigned
Complete weekly and monthly shampooing of all carpets
Complete daily check list and report to Department Manager or supervisor any irregularities in the working areas such as burnt-out light bulbs, broken doors, debris lying around, broken windows etc
In addition, the Room Attendant will perform any other job-related assignments that may be given from time to time by the Housekeeping Supervisor or Manager
Essential Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Ability to work independently, as part of a team and collaborate effectively with others
Strong communication skills, time management, customer service skills and a demonstrated high-level of trustworthiness, discretion, and loyalty
The ability to listen to and understand information presented through spoken words and written communication
The ability to communicate information and ideas orally so others will understand
Ability to work with little supervision while maintaining high-performance standards
Must be well organized and detailed oriented
Knowledge of occupational health and safety protocols
Ability to follow instructions and solve problems
Qualifications
High School Education
Must be literate and numerate
Work Environment/Physical Demands
This job is performed in dormitories, offices, lecture halls and labs that requires efficiency, quietness, and collaboration.
This job requires lifting to at least 50 pounds
This job involves a lot of movements, standing, bending, and reaching with your hands
Involves moving from different areas on the compound at times
Hours and Travel
No travel is expected for this position.
A typical work week is 40 hours per week with flexible start, break and end of day
St. George's University is an equal opportunity employer. As such, it is company policy to fill positions with qualified candidates regardless of race, color, sex (including sexual orientation and gender presentation), age, religion, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, pregnancy, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, disability, veteran status or status as a victim of domestic violence, except where there is a bona fide occupational qualification. This policy protects applicants and employees from discrimination in the hiring process.