Housekeeper - State of West Virginia : Job Details

Special Hiring Rates:

$25,875.2000 - Department of Health and Human Resources

Under direct supervision, performs entry level work which requires the completion of routine custodial tasks and the maintaining of cleaning and linen supply inventories at a state institution or other facility. Has little latitude to vary methods, procedures, or equipment used. May oversee the work of residents or others assigned to perform housekeeping duties. Performs related work as required.

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IMPORTANT:

Applicant must verify post high school education by submitting an official transcript or diploma, training or licensure earned pertaining to this position by the closing date of the posting, if not previously verified.

To be considered to receive credit for Veterans preference, you must verify eligibility by attaching a copy of your Member 4 DD214 to your application prior to submitting it. If you are unable to attach this document, please go ahead and apply. However, you must email the document to [email protected] or mail to WV Division of Personnel, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Building 3, Suite 500, Charleston, WV 25305. A service connected disability must be verified by a U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs letter and may also be provided by the options mentioned above.

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* Dusts chairs, tables and other furniture or equipment.

* Washes windows, walls and woodwork.

* Sweeps, mops, and waxes floors.

* Gathers and disposes of refuse.

* Keeps bathrooms clean and supplied with linens and toilet tissue.

* Varnishes, shellacs and polishes furniture and brass.

* Shakes out bed linens and blankets, and makes beds.

* Sorts and folds linens and blankets.

* Keeps a record of linens and cleaning supplies used within a specific area or time period.

* May order supplies.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

* Knowledge of the methods, supplies, and equipment used to clean buildings, offices, and living areas.

* Knowledge of disinfecting areas for compliance to health standards.

* Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.

* Ability to instruct and assist residents and other workers in their housekeeping duties.

* Ability to maintain inventories and other routine reports.

Training: No training or experience is required.