Housekeeper

PURPOSE OF THE JOB
The purpose of the housekeeper is to ensure a sanitary, clean, and safe physical environment in which residents, staff, and families can function.

KEY POSITION SPECIFIC ROLES & RESPONSIBILTIES

 Dusts furniture, woodwork and equipment and dust-mops floors. Polishes and cleans fixtures in rooms and bathrooms.

 Operates mechanical floor cleaners, buffers, vacuums, shampooers and related environmental service equipment.

 Wet-mops rooms, halls and other areas; shampoos rugs and furniture.

 Cleans vents, fan fixtures, top of windows, doorframes and other areas.

 Gathers and disposes of trash and waste materials using specified bags or containers.

 Buffs, strips, waxes and polishes floors.

 Moves furniture and other objects as required.

 Performs cleaning procedures of resident rooms and prepares rooms for new occupants; follows isolation procedures in isolation rooms.

 Cleans and disinfects all fixtures, floors, mirrors, windows, doors and walls.

 Makes supply packs for departments and puts linen stacks in carts for distribution. Takes supply requests and delivers them.

 May deliver linens to areas according to pre-established par levels and schedules. Distributes emergency supplies as needed.

 May keeps records of linen distribution; check floor linens supplies and lists linen use by department.

 Keeps work areas neat and orderly, cleans equipment and assists with other cleaning duties as assigned.

 Shovels snow at all exits and ramps if / when directed.

 Assists with evacuations, when needed.

 Ensures equipment and supplies are properly stored and not in corridors.

 Properly handle spills and may clean floors and chairs after each meal.

 May be responsible for collecting solid linens, washing, drying, and folding of linen.

 Discard infected/contaminated linens or waste in appropriate containers.

 Follows proper safety procedures with all hazardous materials, chemicals, etc.- always seeks clarification from manager if unsure of proper processes, procedures, or if help is needed.

 Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

 Language / Communication Skills
o Ability to read, write, speak, listen and understand the English language.

 Other Skills and Abilities

• Gets along well with others and effectively works with teams.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

 Education
o High school diploma or equivalent.

 Experience
o One to two (1-2) years of experience as a housekeeper or equivalent position. o Experience in cleaning and maintaining sanitary environments.

 Availability & Attendance
o Flexible work schedule (mornings, afternoons, nights, weekends, holidays, etc.) which may include hours beyond eight hours in a day, or 40 hours in a week. Follows all attendance policies and procedures, including punctuality and proper timeclock or timesheet reporting.

 Other
o Compliance with infectious disease policies and procedures.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.14 - $16.39 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• Day shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Cleaning: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $16