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Housekeeper

Equity LifeStyle Properties · Plymouth, WI · Full time

Posted Mar 11, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you worked as part of a small team. How did you help out?

What they are checking: Whether they pitch in and support teammates, which a small seasonal crew depends on.

This is a seasonal, part-time job with weekend work. What does your availability look like?

What they are checking: Whether they can cover the busy weekend and holiday shifts that campgrounds rely on.

What does a clean room mean to you?

What they are checking: Whether their standard for clean matches what a guest expects when they open the door.

What would you do

You have five cabins to turn over before check-in and you are running late. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they work faster without cutting corners and tell their lead early when time is tight.

You find something a guest left behind in a cabin. What do you do with it?

What they are checking: Whether they are honest and follow lost-and-found steps, which builds trust with guests.

You notice a broken fixture or a leak while cleaning. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they report maintenance problems right away instead of cleaning around them.

A guest stops you to complain while you are cleaning. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they stay polite, listen and pass the issue to the office when needed.

About the work

Walk me through how you clean a cabin after a guest checks out so it is ready for the next family.

What they are checking: Whether they work in a set order and do not miss details that guests notice right away.

How do you clean a busy public restroom so it stays clean and safe?

What they are checking: Whether they understand sanitizing, restocking and checking often in high-traffic areas.

How do you use cleaning chemicals safely?

What they are checking: Whether they read labels, never mix products and protect themselves and guests.

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The full job description

As published by Equity LifeStyle Properties.

With a culture of recognition and reputation for excellence, ELS is the ideal organization in which to develop a long and successful career! ELS is hiring for the position of Housekeeper in Plymouth, Wisconsin. What you'll do: Our h ousekeepers make sure that our resorts are clean and tidy to ensure that our guests have a five-star experience. Your job will include: • Housekeepers clean the resort office, clubhouse, public access areas and models as directed, including mopping , dusting, vacuuming and removing trash. • Housekeepers also clean cabins and rentals to prepare for new guests. • Keep rentals and common areas clean and maintain them to our standards. • Keep track of cleaning supply inventory and request refills as needed. • Report any maintenance concerns for repairs in common areas, vacant or rental homes to the Resort Manager or Maintenance Supervisor. • As a housekeeper you will also assist the maintenance staff and other staff members as needed. • Assist with cleaning up resort-sponsored guest activities and functions. • Assist your Resort Manager in responding to guest inquiries in a timely, professional manner and with patience and concern. • Solve guest-related problems and address conflicts with a positive attitude. • Housekeepers may also drive a motorized vehicle to run errands and/or pick up supplies as needed. • Work closely with management and the management staff to maintain open communications and make sure that the resort team is integrated and coordinated. • Provide outstanding customer service. Experience & skills you need: • High school diploma or the equivalent. • One to three years of experience in a housekeeping role. • Knowledge of cleaning supplies and products. • Previous housekeeping experience is a plus. • Organizational skills and attention to details. • Valid driver’s license, good driving record and current auto insurance. • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. • Willing and able to work weekends and holidays as needed. In return for your excellent skills and abilities, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including: medical, dental, and vision plans, a generous 401(k) employer match, and paid vacations, holidays, and sick time. We invite you to visit our web site at www.equitylifestyleproperties.com for additional information regarding our exceptional resort communities. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and thank all applicants.

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