What are the responsibilities and job description for the Room Attendant position at Trailborn Hotel Management LLC?
JOB POSTING – ROOM ATTENDANT
ROLE
Room Attendant (Seasonal)
LOCATION
Trailborn Highlands
96 Log Cabin Ln, Highlands, NC 28741
ABOUT
TRAILBORN
Trailborn was founded on a simple idea: Life Should Be an Adventure. We build design-forward, experiential hotels to pull people out of the daily grind and into the great outdoors. Our locations are at the heart of our country’s most extraordinary outdoor destinations—from national parks to wine country, and snow-capped mountains to sun-soaked beaches.
With five properties located in North America’s most iconic outdoor destinations, including Trailborn Rocky Mountains in Estes Park, Colorado; Trailborn Highlands in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina; Trailborn Grand Canyon in Williams, Arizona; and Trailborn Surf & Sound in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina, Trailborn brings thoughtfully designed, boutique accommodations to regions where nature and adventure converge. Additionally, Trailborn has a robust pipeline of properties opening in 2025 and 2026 including Mendocino, California.
ABOUT TRAILBORN HIGHLANDS
Our Trailborn Highlands hotel is located in in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina.
ABOUT OUR VALUES
We believe in HEART – Honesty, Excellence, Action, Results and Team
ABOUT OUR ROLE
The Room Attendants (hotel housekeepers) are expected to maintain cleanliness, orderliness, and hygiene standards throughout the hotel's guest rooms, common areas, and other designated spaces.
ESSENTIAL
FUNCTIONS
- Cleaning and sanitizing all surfaces in guest rooms and public common areas, including furniture, fixtures, and electronic devices.
- Making beds, changing linens, and replacing towels and amenities.
- Vacuuming carpets, rugs, and upholstery.
- Dusting and wiping down surfaces such as desks, tables, and countertops.
- Emptying trash bins and replacing liners.
- Restocking supplies such as towels, toiletries, coffee, and tea.
- Cleaning and disinfecting bathroom fixtures, including sinks, toilets, tubs, and showers.
- Checking for any maintenance issues or damages and reporting them to the appropriate department.
- Checking guest rooms for any items left behind by guests and following hotel procedures for handling lost and found items.
- Following established protocols for handling cleaning chemicals and using personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Adhering to health and safety regulations and guidelines to maintain a safe and healthy environment for guests and staff.
- Participating in training sessions on safety procedures and emergency protocols.
- Providing friendly and courteous service to guests when interacting with them in hallways or guest rooms.
- Responding promptly to guest requests or concerns and addressing them with professionalism and efficiency.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications:
- Communicate clearly, whether in writing (e.g., giving written instructions) or verbally
- Ability to communicate in English, verbal and written
- A great smile, attitude and desire to work with an energetic team!
- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in a hotel or resort setting
- Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, proper storage, and disposal methods
EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS
- Work safely to prevent on-the-job accidents and injuries, wear protective equipment as required.
- Work safely to ensure company equipment is secure.
- Complete required training programs.
- Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work as needed.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Must be able to remain upright continuously on a firm surface for an 8–10-hour shift.
- Must be able to move at least 20 pounds up to 5 feet high without another person's aid.
- Requires manual dexterity, grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, and climbing.
- Must be able to ascend to 12 feet in height on a ladder.
- Must be able to position oneself appropriately to efficiently make beds, carry trash, vacuum, sweep, dust and be able to assist guests with luggage and set up event rooms.
ABOUT OUR
BENEFITS
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Recharge & Grow: Enjoy paid time off and learning programs to advance your career.
- Join us and thrive in a workplace that values you!
SCHEDULE
- Hospitality demands a flexible schedule that may require extended hours as the business requires coverage including seasonality– on any day at any hour, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
SALARY
$18.00 - $20.00
JOB STATUS
Seasonal
FLSA
Non-Exempt (Hourly)
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Trailborn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
If you require assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please inform us during your application process.
The specific statements shown in each section of this Job Description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully. The job’s responsibilities/tasks may be modified and/or expanded over time without prior notice. The Company will try to give as much notice as practical when changes are made.
Salary : $18 - $20
