Housekeeper

OVERVIEW OF ATHENA:

ATHENA Consulting is an award-winning staffing firm serving state and local governments. Our mission is to make lives better! We make our Clients’ Lives Easier by engaging and supporting our clients and partnering with them to be the most knowledgeable staffing partner. We make our Employees’ Lives Better by identifying and cultivating their talents and matching these talents with our customers’ needs. ATHENA places a high value on customer service, accountability and getting the job done.

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are currently recruiting for a Housekeeper.The Housekeeper is responsible for performing custodial duties, cleaning, and related duties as assigned. This FULL TIME position starts at $17.00 per hour and is located in Hanover, VA.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Participate in developing department goals, objectives, and systems.

• Provide a clean, safe and attractive indoor business environment by means of performing general janitorial and custodial duties daily to the interior and immediate exterior of the Virginia Public Safety Training Center (VPSTC)
• buildings.
• As part of the Operations Team, this position assists with facility preparation for events per schedule and as directed
• including set-up/breakdown, arranging of furniture, tables, chairs and equipment in meeting/convention spaces
• and classrooms.
• Participate in staff meetings and attend other meetings and seminars as assigned.
• Recommend new approaches, policies, and procedures, to continually improve efficiency of the department and services performed.
• Efficiently performs duties as assigned and works as a team within division and company.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to perform a variety of cleaning tasks including but not limited to: dusting, vacuuming, empty trash cans (individual office & building) and disposal of trash in facility dumpsters. Utilize cleaning equipment and manual labor to strip, wax, buff, and scrub floors. Routine cleaning of all windows interior and exterior including sills to maintain building/property is required. This position is designated as the custodial attendant and responsible for cleaning restrooms, restocking supplies (paper products & soap) and managing trash removal during scheduled facility events.
• Clean up of spills and toilet overflow conditions may be required as necessary.
• Ability to learn the safe application of janitorial chemicals and their proper use, including the ability to tolerate contact with a variety of cleaning products and solutions. Apply knowledge of cleaning techniques, and proper use of chemicals and solutions. Monitor inventory of janitorial supplies and communicate facility needs to the supervisor
• Excellent verbal, written, and listening communication skills within the English language.
• Proven, high quality customer service (internal and external customers).
• Ability to work collaboratively.
• Solid ability to analyze situations carefully and adopt appropriate courses of action.
• Ability to understand and adhere to the duties, methods, and procedures required by the position.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to effectively communicate to large and small group audiences.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred.
• Ability to learn or experience operating manual and power commercial vacuum cleaners, floor-stripping equipment, buffing equipment with attachments, and knowledge of related safety practices.
• Ability to interpret and follow directions.
• Ability to perform basic computer skills.
• Valid driver's license is required.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work at elevated heights up to 15 feet.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to perform manual labor.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds at times.
• Standard hours of work Monday through Friday, 9:30 am – 6:30 pm.
• Travel may be required up to 10% of the time.

Successful ATHENA employees will display the following characteristics:

• You strive to be the best in your field currently and in the future.
• You like to make your employer look good.
• You find solutions, where others only see problems.
• You are proactive, you make and meet commitments, and you perform your duties exceedingly well.
• You are aware of the employer’s needs at all times and are well-versed in what you personally and ATHENA can offer them as a whole.
• You have the ability to work with diverse, integrated, deliverable-driven teams to accomplish the larger mission.

The benefits of working for ATHENA include:

• Support from a team of professionals committed to making your life better.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Medical and dependent flexible spending account.
• Pet insurance.
• Mass transportation benefit for the Maryland and Washington, D.C. area.
• 401k with a generous employer match.
• Easy to use employee self-serve HR portal.
• Paid time off varies by contract – be sure to inquire with your Recruiter.
• Holiday pay varies by contract – be sure to inquire with your Recruiter.

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The statements in this Job Posting are intended to describe the general nature and minimum level of work required. The content should not be construed as a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required to meet the criteria for this position. Upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Application for employment is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment and if hired, employment with the company is on an at-will basis and could be terminated at the will of either party.

ATHENA Consulting LLC does not discriminate in hiring based on federally protected classifications to include but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status or other characteristics protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Hanover, VA 23069: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

Salary : $17 - $0