Description

At Merete, we are committed to establishing a supportive and welcoming workplace environment where bias is acknowledged and overcome and where all associates feel welcomed and supported. We value and develop people from all backgrounds and, experiences, leading us to better serve our guests, associates, and community.

Merete is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status, such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or age.

HOUSEPERSON/SHUTTLE DRIVER

SUMMARY
Assist Front Desk and Housekeeping with guest services as well as being responsible for cleaning hallways, restrooms, meeting rooms, and other public areas.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Operates company van/shuttle service transporting guests.
• Obey all traffic laws.  
• Clean and vacuum hallways and public areas. 
• Stock linen closets with clean linen.  
• Report all maintenance and repair needs. 
• Report all damage, vandalism, and missing Hotel property. 
• Communicate with supervisor all guest requests and problems. 
• Deliver guests with special items (e.g., baby cribs, rollaway beds, microwave, refrigerators).
• Retrieve soiled linen from housekeeping carts and empty trash on carts. 
• Move furniture and assist in rotating mattress. 
• Set up and tear down the meeting room. 
• Report all unsafe conditions immediately. 
• Complete other duties as assigned by manager. 
• Regular and reliable attendance and punctuality are essential functions of this position.
• Treating others with respect and behaving in a manner that is positive, productive and encourages teamwork at all times is an essential function of this job.

PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION

• Physically able to perform cleaning duties. 
• Lift and carry average weight of 30lbs frequently, maximum weight frequently 50lbs. 
• Standing/walking up to two miles per day on cement, tile, asphalt, and carpet. 
• Reaching/overhead extension to pull items down. 
• Pushing and pulling average weight frequently 50lbs, maximum weight 150lbs. 
• Repetitive motions of bending, kneeling, stooping, and twisting. Entering and exiting from shuttle vehicle, sitting in padded seat when driving.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Working with and exposed to fumes, chemicals, vibrations, humidity, cold, heat, dust, and noise. 
• Must adhere to the Hotel’s safety standards and procedures; hearing, eye, hand protection for equipment operation.

SUCCESS FACTORS

• Effectively manage time. 
• Ability to communicate with guests as well as team members. 
• Ability to adjust schedule changes and cover shifts on short notice. 
• Able to work a variety of hours/shifts. 
• Follow all appropriate policies and procedures while constantly striving to improve all standards of operation. 
• Follow all safety procedures. 
• Meets or exceeds productivity standards set by Manager. 

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have the ability to be approved by Mereté’s insurance company as an insurable driver.  
• Must have excellent customer service skills. 
• Must pass criminal background check. 

Salary : $16