Full Job Description - Position Summary
At Waters Edge Vacation Rentals, we believe exceptional guest experiences begin with exceptional cleanliness, thoughtful presentation, and attention to the smallest details.
We are building a team of high-quality Cleaning Technicians who take pride in doing their best work and understand the level of care required to prepare vacation rental units for arriving guests.
This is not a position for someone who wants to simply complete a checklist and move on. We are looking for dependable, detail-oriented team members who care about the quality of their work, notice the details others may overlook, and are willing to take the extra steps necessary to ensure every unit is clean, comfortable, welcoming, and fully guest-ready.
Cleaning Technicians will work as part of a team to complete vacation rental turnovers while meeting our high standards for cleanliness, organization, sanitation, stocking, and unit presentation.
Essential ResponsibilitiesBedrooms and Guest-Ready Presentation
- Strip used bedding and linens from beds.
- Make and finish beds according to company standards.
- Inspect bedding and linens for stains, damage, or excessive wear.
- Arrange pillows, blankets, furniture, and décor.
- Dust and clean bedroom furniture, lamps, headboards, and surfaces.
- Clean mirrors, windows, glass, doors, and other bedroom details.
- Vacuum and mop bedroom floors.
- Clean underneath beds and furniture as needed.
- Check closets, drawers, and storage areas for cleanliness and guest belongings.
- Ensure closets are organized and properly stocked.
- Complete final presentation touches before Quality Control inspections.
Bathrooms
- Thoroughly clean, disinfect, and sanitize toilets.
- Clean showers, bathtubs, sinks, vanities, mirrors, and fixtures.
- Remove soap residue, water spots, hair, and debris.
- Clean bathroom floors, baseboards, doors, and trim.
- Replace and arrange towels according to company presentation standards.
- Restock toilet paper, tissues, soaps, and other guest supplies.
- Inspect drains, fixtures, and bathroom equipment.
- Report maintenance concerns, leaks, damage, or missing items.
- Ensure bathrooms are spotless, sanitized, organized, and guest-ready.
Kitchens and Dining Areas
- Clean and sanitize countertops, sinks, backsplashes, tables, and chairs.
- Clean kitchen appliances inside and outside as assigned.
- Check refrigerators, microwaves, ovens, dishwashers, and cabinets for cleanliness.
- Remove food, grease, crumbs, spills, and residue.
- Wash, dry, and put away dishes or kitchen items as needed.
- Clean cabinet fronts, drawers, handles, and high-touch areas.
- Restock coffee stations, kitchen supplies, paper products, and guest amenities.
- Arrange kitchen and dining items according to company standards.
- Sweep, vacuum, and mop kitchen and dining floors.
- Ensure all kitchen items are clean, organized, and properly placed.
Living Areas and Common Spaces
- Dust and clean furniture, shelving, electronics, décor, lamps, and surfaces.
- Clean mirrors, interior windows, glass doors, and fingerprints.
- Vacuum furniture, rugs, and floors.
- Sweep and mop hard-surface flooring.
- Clean underneath furniture and in corners.
- Arrange pillows, blankets, décor, and furniture.
- Remove cobwebs, dust, debris, and guest belongings.
- Ensure living spaces are clean, comfortable, organized, and welcoming.
Laundry Spaces
- Clean and organize in-unit laundry areas.
- Wipe down washers, dryers, shelving, and surrounding surfaces.
- Remove lint, dust, and debris.
- Restock guest laundry supplies.
- Report damaged or malfunctioning laundry equipment.
- Collect and transport dirty linens as needed.
- Deliver clean linens and towels to units.
- Assist with washing, drying, folding, sorting, and stain treatment when assigned.
- Maintain organization within laundry and linen storage areas.
Stocking and Guest Supplies
- Restock guest supplies throughout assigned units.
- Stock soaps, toilet paper, tissues, laundry supplies, kitchen items, and amenities.
- Ensure supplies are properly placed, labeled, and presented.
- Check housekeeping and guest supply closets.
- Notify management when supplies are running low.
- Report missing, damaged, or improperly stored items.
- Follow established inventory and stocking procedures.
Patios, Balconies, and Exterior Guest Spaces
- Clean patio and balcony furniture.
- Sweep patios, porches, balconies, and exterior guest areas.
- Clean outdoor grills.
- Clean exterior glass doors and railings.
- Remove cobwebs, dirt, debris, and fingerprints.
- Arrange exterior furniture according to company standards.
- Report damaged furniture, grills, railings, or other maintenance concerns.
Quality and Teamwork
- Follow company cleaning procedures, checklists, and presentation standards.
- Inspect completed work before leaving each room or unit.
- Correct cleaning or presentation concerns identified during Quality Control.
- Work efficiently while maintaining high standards.
- Communicate with teammates and management throughout the turnover.
- Assist team members when assigned work is complete.
- Take initiative when additional cleaning or presentation needs are noticed.
- Help ensure all assigned units are fully guest-ready by check-in time.
- Treat guest belongings, company property, and rental units with care.
- Report maintenance issues, damage, stains, missing inventory, or safety concerns.
Additional Duties
- Complete daily and weekly tasks assigned through Trello.
- Assist with seasonal and scheduled deep-cleaning projects.
- Help maintain housekeeping closets, carts, equipment, and storage areas.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization within common areas as assigned.
- Assist with laundry processing during busy turnover days.
- Perform additional cleaning or operational duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Preferred qualifications include:
- Previous professional cleaning, housekeeping, hotel, or vacation rental experience preferred but not required.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to maintain quality while working efficiently.
- Willingness to learn and follow company cleaning standards.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent time-management and organizational skills.
- Dependable attendance and punctuality.
- Reliable transportation.
- Positive and professional attitude.
- Willingness to accept feedback and correct concerns.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
- Ability to stand, bend, kneel, reach, lift, and walk for extended periods.
- Ability to perform repetitive cleaning movements.
- Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
What We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate:
- Notices the small details others may miss.
- Takes pride in producing consistently high-quality work.
- Understands the difference between simply cleaning a space and preparing it for a guest.
- Is willing to take the extra steps necessary to achieve excellent results.
- Does not consider the job complete until the entire unit meets company standards.
- Works well as part of a team.
- Helps teammates rather than standing by when additional work is needed.
- Is dependable, punctual, and prepared to work.
- Maintains a positive and professional attitude.
- Responds well to direction and feedback.
- Treats each property and unit with care and respect.
- Understands that every detail contributes to the guest experience.
Schedule
- Seasonal
- Part-time
- Up to 32 hours per week
- Working hours generally range between 11:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
- Approximately 3–5 days per week
- Weekend availability required during peak season
- Flexible scheduling based on occupancy and turnover needs
- Hours may vary depending on reservations and business needs
Compensation & Benefits
- $16–$18 per hour based on experience, performance, and qualifications
- Paid training
- On-the-job training
- Flexible scheduling
- Supportive and team-focused work environment
- Active, fast-paced working environment
- Great seasonal or summer job
- Opportunities to develop professional cleaning and vacation rental experience
- Minors may be considered for certain positions and responsibilities
Why Join Waters Edge Vacation Rentals?
Our goal is simple: to create vacation experiences that guests cannot wait to return to.
Every member of our cleaning team plays an important role in reaching that goal. The cleanliness, care, and presentation of our units directly shape each guest’s first impression and overall experience.
Whether you are making a perfectly presented bed, ensuring a bathroom is spotless, stocking guest supplies, cleaning a kitchen, arranging towels, or helping a teammate complete a turnover, your work matters.
We are looking for people who want to be part of a team known for quality, care, dependability, and attention to detail.
If you enjoy staying active, take pride in your work, and believe excellence is found in the details, we would love to have you join our team.
Benefits
- Flexible schedule
- On-the-job training
- Paid training
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- On-the-job training
- Paid training
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
