What are the responsibilities and job description for the TO Housekeeper Black Elk FT position at Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe of Michiga?
Open to the Public
Full-Time
4/8/25-4/14/25
Wage: $14.26
Eligible Employer for Public Student Loan Forgiveness as a non-profit.
SCIT recognizes that work-life balance is essential in day to day operations. Our Flexible Schedule and Telework options for employees make it possible to balance the needs of your family while still being on track at work. Flexible Schedule and Telework options are based on the departments need. The Tribe is a community based organization and we understand your family life is important, it’s important to us too.
Here are some of the benefits our team members get working for the Tribe: 16 Paid Holidays off include: New Year’s Day, M.L. King Jr. Day, President's Day, Easter Monday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, SCIT National Holiday, Labor Day, Michigan Indian Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve. We never miss those special moments with our children, family & friends due to working.
Our paid time off accruals for annual and sick leave are as followed: 0-3 years of service = 2 hours of annual & sick per 40 hours worked; 3-9 years of service = 3 hours of annual & sick per 40 hours worked; 10 years or more of service = 4 hours of annual & sick per 40 hours worked. Plus you get 16 hours of personal time per calendar year (prorated based on your start date, resets every Jan.1). We also have Bereavement, Longevity, Fitness, and maternity/paternity leave.
Full Time employees get Medical, Dental, & Vision insurance. Flex Spending accounts, Teladoc, life insurance, accidental death, Long Term Disability, Aflac, and 401K which SCIT matches up to 4%.
Prescription plan with free fills on most generic brands when using our Cardinal Pharmacy.
Position Summary:
Under the supervision of Department Supervisor or Manager, perform cleaning, sanitizing and housekeeping tasks in all areas of the building/facility.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Clean, disinfect and sanitize restrooms and break rooms. Stock hand soap, toilet paper and hand towels as necessary.
- Wash windows, clean mirrors, walls, ceiling fans, vents and other washable areas on walls and ceilings. Wipe and dust surfaces.
- Vacuum and clean floors; sweep, mop, scrub and wax floors.
- Empty and clean waste receptacles, replace with a new liner, dispose of trash appropriately.
- Perform regular inspections of building/facility for sanitation and safety; ensure proper performance of assigned duties.
- Notify management concerning any repairs needed.
- Maintain the care and use of supplies and equipment.
- Abide by all safety regulations.
- Attend all trainings/meetings related to the position as required by management.
- Department specific duties and responsibilities will be discussed and assigned by the immediate supervisor.
- Provide excellent customer service for all internal and external customers of the operations at all times. Provide solutions for customer concerns and continually focus on customer service as our top priority.
- Must maintain strict confidentiality and present a positive, professional demeanor and image at all times.
- The above duties and responsibilities are not an all-inclusive list but rather a general representation of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position. The duties and responsibilities will be subject to change based on organizational needs and/or deemed necessary by the supervisor.
Contacts/Purpose of Contacts:
- Direct and frequent contact with Supervisor, staff, residents and families and guests, clients, and the general public when performing daily tasks in main areas.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be 18 years of age.
- Must be able to pass background check to meet the employment eligibility requirements as they pertain to the position.
Desired Qualifications:
- Housekeeping or custodial experience.
- Some experience with operation/maintenance of housekeeping/custodial equipment.
License, Certification, or Special Requirements:
- Native American preference shall apply to all positions.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of occupational hazards and applicable safety practices.
- Knowledge of housekeeping cleaning equipment.
- Knowledge of laundry chemicals, if applicable.
- Skill in the use of cleaning tools, chemicals, cleaners, and disinfectants.
- Ability to comprehend and consistently follow oral and written directions regarding policies, procedures, and the use of supplies and equipment.
- Ability to interact and maintain good working relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds.
- Ability to communicate efficiently and effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Physical Demands:
- Frequent use of hands, wrists, fingers associated with cleaning duties.
- Required to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
- Frequently required to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- Frequently required to reach with arms and hands.
- Normal visual acuity, ability to talk and hear.
- Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Work Environment:
- Indoor environment.
- Potential contact with chemicals and/or cleaning agents utilized within the facility.
- Must possess sufficient stamina to work under all types of weather conditions including extreme hot/cold and to lift, carry, push, or pull a variety of tools, equipment and materials.
- May be exposed to unpleasant odors, blood-borne pathogens, hazardous material and infectious disease.
- May be exposed to bodily fluids such as blood and saliva and/or the potential for needle sticks and/or skin puncture.
- May be exposed to latex which can produce allergic reactions.
- May be required to work other shifts, nights, weekends, holidays, and during emergency situations.
- Extended hours and irregular shifts may be required.
- Travel may be required.
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