What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Housekeeper position at WVU Medicine?
Leads environmental services associates in performing a variety of environmental services to maintain assigned areas in a clean and orderly condition.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND / OR LICENSURE :
1. One (1) year of housekeeping experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND / OR LICENSURE :
1. High school diploma or equivalent
CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.
1. Monitors housekeeping activities in assigned area(s) to ensure proper cleaning, servicing and stocking of supplies, the completion of work schedules and supervisory instructions; reporting problems as necessary.
2. Performs housekeeping duties including, but not limited to, sweeping, dusting, polishing, mopping, vacuuming and trash removal.
3. Ensures all supplies, materials and equipment are available in assigned work area for proper performance of duties; report equipment malfunctions to supervisor.
4. Reports need for repair to equipment, furniture, building and fixtures.
5. Assists in training employees in proper cleaning techniques and use of supplies, materials and equipment.
For facilities with specialty accreditation requirements :
1. Completion of annual required education related to specialty accreditation as defined by accreditation standards. Training may be completed through CBLs, trainings, In-services, and competency validation.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Must have physical ability to perform cleaning tasks such as mopping, reaching and bending and operating floor equipment such as vacuum cleaners, autoscrubbers, buffers, etc.
2. Must meet Department of Labor's Heavy Duty Standard.
3. Capable of wearing appropriate PPE for an extended period of time
WORKING ENVIRONMENT : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, body fluids and different types of cleaning chemicals.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES :
1. Ability to be scheduled for work based on operational needs of the hospital.
2. Possesses the ability to deal tactfully and harmoniously with guests.
3. Must be able to demonstrate an understanding of assigned areas, necessary supplies and equipment
4. Must be able to read and follow written work assignments.
