Housekeeper

Cleaner/Housekeeper 

Are you looking for an “add-on” job that won’t cut into your other activities?  Alta Science & Engineering, Inc. has an opening for a part-time cleaner position for our Boise, Idaho office location. The selected candidate must be able to work independently with strong attention to detail. Position is for 2-4 hours per week outside normal business hours. 

Duties Include:

• Maintain the office in a clean and orderly condition.


• Carry out general cleaning such as dusting, light floor care, and event cleanup.


• Sweep, mop, and vacuum floors, including restrooms and break area.


• Clean restrooms and replenish supplies.


• Collect and remove trash.


• Collect and centralize recyclables.


• Clean dishes as needed.


• Maintain wood furniture, including conference room table.


• Clean assigned areas as needed, including furniture, window sills, blinds, and more.


• Scrub sinks, tiles, and walls to remove hard water stains as necessary.


• Carry out intensive deep cleaning and larger special tasks as needed and as requested: carpet cleaning, etc.


• Provide timely communication with supervisor regarding work-related matters.


• Notify supervisor or management of repair needs, maintenance deficiencies, or supply shortages, and resolve minor issues as applicable, in coordination with supervisor.


• Actively promote good Health and Safety practices at all times.


• Document cleaning and maintenance activities.


• Submit timecard weekly.

Minimum requirements:

• Ability to walk or stand for prolonged periods.  Position also requires bending, stooping, reaching up, and lifting 50 lbs or more.


• Ability to handle cleaning equipment and machines.


• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and supplies, and ability to read and comprehend Material Safety Data Sheets and other relevant instructions or safety information.


• Basic familiarity with computers (to complete weekly timecard, etc.).

Other information:

• Pay depends on experience and abilities.


• Applicant must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship for employment visa status.

Alta is a government contractor and equal opportunity employer of veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals in other protected classes. Alta does not discriminate in hiring or employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. Alta hires and promotes individuals on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled. We will provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all employees and job applicants. Please see the “EEO is the Law” poster on our website or in our offices. If you require assistance to complete the application process please contact our Human Resources department at (208) 336-7080.