Housekeeping Attendant (Summer 2025)

Spend your days surrounded by the beauty of Lake Simcoe. With opportunities across the Resort in both guest facing and behind the scenes roles, we have something for everyone.

Some of our guest facing opportunities include working on the Food and Beverage or Recreation and Leisure teams. Our Guest Services and Shuttle teams, or the FH Fine Food and Starbucks teams are also great opportunities to be in guest facing roles. During the summer months you could join the Marina or the Nest Golf Club.

If you are looking for a job that ensures the fundamental operations of our Resort run smoothly and typically work away from guests, our Culinary, Security, Maintenance, Landscaping, and Housekeeping teams would be a great fit for you.

Working at Friday Harbour is unlike anywhere else. Be a part of the action, contributing to this one-of-a-kind Resort.

Colleague Perks
- Complimentary golf (friends and family rates for your Guests)
- Complimentary use of recreational equipment (canoeing, kayaking, Fat Bikes, snowshoes, skates, etc.)
- Discounts at Friday Harbour retailers and restaurants
- Group medical and dental benefit coverage*
- Company matched pension plan and optional savings plans*
- Employee Assistance Program and free Headspace membership
- Exclusive Friday Harbour corporate partner discounts
- Training and development opportunities
- Colleague events and appreciation activities

* Privileges are subject to review and change.

Role Summary

The Housekeeping Attendant’s main responsibility is to maintain a clean, sanitary, comfortable, and tidy environment for homeowners, members, guests, and Colleagues. This position will clean and maintain all business units in the resort (In-suite and Resort facilities). This includes use of industrial cleaning equipment, minor repairs to furniture and other equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the cleanliness of the homeowner units
• Responsible for cleaning assigned public spaces including hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, locker rooms and other work areas
• Sweep, scrub, and polish floors, using brooms, mops, and powered scrubbing
• Clean rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and draperies, using vacuum cleaners and shampooers
• Wash windows, walls, ceilings, and woodwork; polishing as necessary
• Empty public garbage and recycling receptacles and bins
• Dust and polish furniture and equipment
• Clean sinks, mirrors, tubs, and showers
• Make up beds and change linens as required
• Move and arrange furniture per standard
• Report damage, theft and found articles to leaders
• Operate mechanized cleaning equipment
• Polish silver accessories and metalwork such as fixtures and fittings
• Remove debris from driveways, garages, swimming pool areas and general landscape areas
• Assist with maintaining the towels at the pool
• Keep storage areas and carts well-stocked, clean, and tidy
• Disinfect equipment and supplies, using germicides or steam-operated sterilizers
• Maintain all cleaning equipment and materials in a safe and sanitary working condition
• Respond to calls for housekeeping requirements such as spills or broken glass
• Deliver any requested housekeeping items to guest rooms
• Ensure all rooms are cared for and inspected per standards
• Receive, record, and distribute dry cleaning garments
• Occasional heavy duty cleaning as required
• Compliance with all safety regulations of assigned tasks, and ensure a clean and safe working environment with active participation in the health and safety program
• Adhere to all environmental policies and programs as required
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Knowledge of cleaning and sanitation products, techniques, and methods
• Working knowledge of operating cleaning equipment an asset
• Experience as a cleaner or housekeeper preferred
• Ability to work with little supervision and maintain a high level of performance
• Must possess excellent customer service skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Detail-oriented and works with a high degree of accuracy
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Must be extremely responsible with integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion

Working Conditions

• Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Required to move, lift, carry, pull, and place objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance
• Stand, sit or walk for an extended period or for an entire shift
• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, and pulling
• Move over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces
• Work in indoor and outdoor environments throughout the year

Join our team and make every day feel like Friday.

*All candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Friday Harbour is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

*Friday Harbour is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce. Friday Harbour is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. Upon request by the applicant, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Please contact the Human Resources department with any accommodation requests.