Annie Wright is seeking a Housekeeper to begin immediately. This is a full-time staff position that reports directly to the Housekeeping Supervisor.
Mission Statement
Annie Wright’s strong community cultivates individual learners to become well-educated, creative and responsible citizens for a global society.
About AWS
Tradition meets innovation at Annie Wright Schools, where we honor our rich history and traditions, embrace the present, and continue always to move forward. Founded in 1884, Annie Wright Schools serve students from age three through high school. The Lower and Middle Schools offer co-ed programs in Preschool through Grade 8, while separate Upper Schools for boys and girls offer day and boarding options in Grades 9 through 12, welcoming students from Tacoma and around the world. We are proud to be an International Baccalaureate World School, delivering IB programs in every division.
Position description
The Housekeeper is a core member of the Annie Wright staff and the Schools’ housekeeping team, ensuring the school’s ability to operate effectively and safely. As part of the housekeeping team, the Housekeeper keeps their assigned area cleaned and maintained in an orderly condition.
The Housekeeper has previous experience in housekeeping roles, is hardworking and organized, takes pride in their work, and is able to work as part of a team as well as work independently. As a member of a school community, the Housekeeper is comfortable around children of all ages, working around school needs, and brings a positive attitude to their daily work.
Annie Wright Schools’ strong community starts with the faculty and staff who are dedicated to the growth, health, and education of our students. By helping ensure the cleanliness and orderliness of the school campus, the Housekeeper works with all faculty and staff to continue to uphold the mission and the students at the core of the institution.
Position overview: duties & responsibilities
The Housekeeper will:
Maintain floors in a clean state by sweeping, scrubbing, mopping and waxing them;
Empty and clean trash receptacles and collect recycling;
Clean, sanitize and supply bathrooms;
Clean and service equipment as needed;
Comply with the safe use of all equipment, chemicals and solvents;
Report any safety, sanitary or fire hazards to the appropriate department;
Attend onboarding, training and development programs as requested;
Handle their own and the Schools’ property/equipment in a professional manner, including maintaining confidentiality, as needed.
Housekeeper shifts are currently expected to be Monday through Friday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, but may fluctuate to fulfill the needs as determined by the Housekeeping Supervisor.
Qualifications
The Housekeeper will demonstrate key elements of the listed expertise and experiences. This is an aspirational list and Annie Wright Schools encourages candidates to apply who may not currently possess, but are working on building, all of these qualities. The Housekeeper:
Holds a High School diploma or GED and one year minimum of successful experience in janitorial/housekeeping or similar position;
Has the ability to read and understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and directions regarding the use of housekeeper/janitorial products used by the School;
Practices cultural humility in personal interactions;
Demonstrates the ability to work with minimal supervision and direction in accomplishing work goals;
Is eligible to work in the United States.
Physical Requirements
The Housekeeper:
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times;
Needs to regularly move about inside the building;
Regularly ascends / descends a ladder to service building equipment.
Salary & benefits
Compensation includes competitive benefits including medical and dental benefits, a retirement plan, daily lunch, and compensation is $16.32/hour.
Application process
Annie Wright Schools remain firmly committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. Annie Wright shall hire, promote, transfer, terminate, and make all other employment related decisions without regard to an employee’s race, color, creed, sex, religion, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, political ideology, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, or any other basis prohibited by law. Annie Wright Schools are actively seeking to create a more culturally diverse school community and accordingly, applicants of color and underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
To apply, email a cover letter, resume, email and telephone contact information for 3-5 professional references, and this completed and signed
application, all in PDF format, to Mrs. Erin Gann, Executive Assistant to the Head of Schools, at
erin_gann@aw.org. In accordance with Annie Wright Schools’ strategic focus on issues related to social justice, candidates should anticipate being asked to address how their past work, as well as future contributions, might serve to advance Annie Wright’s commitment to a more diverse and inclusive community. Applications for this position will be accepted until the position is filled.