domestic housekeeper

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma
• or equivalent experience

Work site environment

• Non-smoking

Work setting

• Optional accommodation available at no charge on a live-in basis. Note : This is NOT a condition of employment
• Work in employer's / client's home

Tasks

• Sweep, mop, wash and polish floors
• Dust furniture
• Vacuum carpeting, area rugs, draperies and upholstered furniture
• Make beds and change sheets
• Clean, disinfect and polish kitchen and bathroom fixtures and appliances
• Pick up debris and empty trash containers
• Launder clothing and household linens
• Mend clothing and linens
• Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties
• Shop for food and household supplies
• Wash windows, walls and ceilings

Security and safety

• Basic security clearance
• Reference required

Transportation / travel information

• Own transportation
• Valid driver's licence
• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Repetitive tasks
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Sitting
• Standing for extended periods
• Walking

Weight handling

• Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Patience
• Honesty

Screening questions

• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?

Experience

• 1 year to less than 2 years

Financial benefits

• Bonus

Other benefits

• On-site housing options
• Subsidised public transportation