Position Summary/Job Duties: | We are seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Household Assistant for weekly apartment upkeep in a 2-bedroom, 1 bath home. We are looking for regular cleaning maintenance to keep our space fresh and manageable—no "white glove" or heavy deep-cleaning required.
We are a mother-daughter household (plus two friendly cats), both managing busy schedules and health considerations, so your weekly help will be deeply appreciated!
Schedule & Compensation:
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When: Every Thursday evening for 1.5 hours (e.g., 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM; specific start time can be coordinated).
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Pay: $37.50 per week ($25/hour) paid immediately upon completion each Thursday via Venmo, Cash App, or another mutually agreed-upon digital payment method.
Key Responsibilities:
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Bedding & Laundry: Strip two beds (one Twin XL and one Twin), put the sheets into our washer/dryer combo and turn it on, and remake both beds using fresh sets of sheets. (No folding required—we handle folding once the cycle is complete).
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Bathroom: Clean and sanitize sink, counter, bathtub, and toilet; wipe mirrors.
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Kitchen & Dining: Wipe down kitchen countertops, surfaces, sink, and kitchen table.
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Floors & Surfaces: Dust surfaces top-to-bottom. Vacuum,Swiffer and mop with cordless mop all floors. (Note: A Roomba runs daily, so floor care is primarily additional maintenance, edges, and catching dust bunnies).
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Trash/Recycling: Empty wastebaskets into main bins if needed before leaving.
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Other Duties: Other household maintenance as discovered or needed. This will be discussed with you prior to starting a new task(s) before implementation.
Qualifications & Requirements:
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Cat Friendly: Must not be allergic to cats and comfortable vacuuming/cleaning cat hair.
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Reliable & Consistent: Looking for someone committed to coming regularly each Thursday.
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Location & Transit: Located near Mineral Point Rd & Island Dr, about a 4-minute walk from a covered Metro Rapid Route A (BRT) bus stop. Reliable personal transportation or transit use required.
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Supplies Provided: All cleaning supplies and equipment are provided on-site—you do not need to bring anything. We will also provide gloves sized specifically to fit your hands.
Application Process: We will start with a brief phone interview, followed by an in-person meeting where you can tour the apartment, inspect the supplies, ask questions, and ensure it’s a great fit before accepting!
Before starting, the selected candidate will be required to complete a brief contact form—including full legal address and emergency contact details—and provide a copy or photo of a valid government-issued ID (such as a Driver’s License, State Photo ID, or Passport) for safety, verification, and identification purposes.
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Application Instructions: | Please email sschmalz2@wisc.edu to let us know that you are interested. Please answer the following questions: o
In your email, let us know:
- Does the suggested day and hours we need work with your schedule?
- Do you have transportation or able to ride BRT Route A to our apartment?
- How do you feel about cleaning and upkeep of a personal apartment?
- Do you like cats and dealing with some cat hair? Please do not apply if you are allergic to cats.
- Tell us know why you want this position and how it is a fit for you and your time?
- If you have any questions or suggestions, for this position, please share them with us.
After we make initial contact we can exchange phone numbers to text or call to possibly set up an interview. We will start with a phone interview and then an in-person interview.
Thank you and we look forward to hearing from you!
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