Housekeeper- Full Time (Maintenance)

Job Title: Housekeeper

Position Summary:
The Housekeeper is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for residents, staff, and visitors. This includes cleaning resident rooms, common areas, restrooms, and hallways while following infection control and safety protocols. The ideal candidate has a strong attention to detail, excellent time management skills, and a commitment to providing outstanding service in a healthcare setting.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Maintain cleanliness of all public and common areas, including lobbies, restrooms, drinking fountains, and hallways throughout the day.
• Clean and sanitize resident rooms and bathrooms, including floors, toilets, sinks, and mirrors.
• Ensure handrails are clean and free of dust or debris.
• Clean walls, windows, light fixtures, towel bars, towel dispensers, and other surfaces.
• Empty trash receptacles and replace liners as needed.
• Sweep and mop floors in assigned areas.
• Follow safety protocols including the proper placement of caution signs and safe storage of cleaning chemicals and supplies.
• Use cleaning equipment and products according to manufacturer guidelines.
• Maintain housekeeping carts, storage rooms, and equipment in a clean, organized, and sanitary condition.
• Report any resident safety concerns immediately to the Director of Housekeeping, Administrator, or Director of Nursing.
• Inform the Director of Housekeeping when cleaning supplies need to be replenished.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Previous experience in housekeeping, preferably in a long-term care or healthcare setting, is preferred.

Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent customer service skills and a positive attitude.
• Strong time management and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions and safety procedures.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities.

Language Requirements:

• Must be fluent in spoken and written English.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, kneel, bend, reach, and talk or hear.
• Daily use of housekeeping equipment and cleaning supplies.
• Occasional use of office equipment (e.g., copier, phone, calculator).

Work Environment:

• Typically low to moderate noise levels.
• Exposure to various cleaning agents and equipment.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Additional Information:
This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities and qualifications for this position. It is not an exhaustive list of duties and may be modified by management as needed. All duties should be performed in accordance with facility policies and procedures.