skillfactor-pipeline/skills/room-attendant/references/tasks.md

Tasks & work activities — room attendant

Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 37-2011.00 (Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners) — manual nearest-occupation mapping via ISCO group 9112; the official ESCO crosswalk has no entry for this ESCO occupation.

Task statements

• [Core] Monitor building security and safety by performing tasks such as locking doors after operating hours or checking electrical appliance use to ensure that hazards are not created.
• [Supplemental] Mow or trim lawns or shrubbery, using mowers or hand or power trimmers, and clear debris from grounds.
• [Supplemental] Drive vans, industrial trucks, or other vehicles required to travel to, or to perform, cleaning work.
• [Core] Service, clean, or supply restrooms.
• [Core] Gather and empty trash.
• [Core] Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming.
• [Core] Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
• [Core] Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.
• [Supplemental] Strip, seal, finish, and polish floors.
• [Core] Notify managers concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.
• [Core] Requisition supplies or equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.
• [Core] Clean windows, glass partitions, or mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, or squeegees.
• [Supplemental] Steam-clean or shampoo carpets.
• [Supplemental] Set up, arrange, or remove decorations, tables, chairs, ladders, or scaffolding to prepare facilities for events, such as banquets or meetings.
• [Core] Clean and polish furniture and fixtures.
• [Core] Dust furniture, walls, machines, or equipment.
• [Core] Move heavy furniture, equipment, or supplies, either manually or with hand trucks.
• [Supplemental] Remove snow from sidewalks, driveways, or parking areas, using snowplows, snow blowers, or snow shovels, or spread snow-melting chemicals.
• [Supplemental] Spray insecticides or fumigants to prevent insect or rodent infestation.
• [Supplemental] Make adjustments or minor repairs to heating, cooling, ventilating, plumbing, or electrical systems.
• [Supplemental] Clean chimneys, flues, and connecting pipes, using power or hand tools.

Detailed work activities

• Clean building walls or flooring.
• Clean equipment or supplies.
• Clean facilities or sites.
• Clean furniture or fixtures.
• Confer with coworkers to coordinate maintenance or cleaning activities.
• Decorate indoor or outdoor spaces.
• Dispose of trash or waste materials.
• Drive trucks or other vehicles to or at work sites.
• Maintain equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
• Monitor building premises to ensure occupant or visitor safety.
• Move furniture.
• Operate grounds maintenance equipment.
• Prepare chemicals for work application.
• Remove debris from work sites.
• Remove snow.
• Select equipment, materials, or supplies for cleaning or maintenance activities.
• Treat facilities to eliminate pests.
• Trim trees or other vegetation.