Housekeeper

Full time positions in the EVS (Environmental Services) Department. Pay range: $17.50 to $19.00 per hour

Responsible To : Supervisor

Summary of Job:

Under direct supervision, performs daily cleaning tasks for resident rooms, nursing stations, lounges, restrooms, offices, clinic areas, and many other areas assigned in accordance with standard procedures of the EVS (Environmental Services) Department and in accordance with facility standards and objectives.

Responsibilities:

To perform most of the position responsibilities, the Housekeeper shall or may:

  1. Perform all Housekeeping Department-related tasks demonstrating service orientation to fellow employees, client staff and customers
  2. Perform basic cleaning functions in assigned areas following established schedules and using prescribed methods
  • Dusts horizontal surfaces
  • Empties wastebaskets, removes waste, relines basket.
  • Damp wipe cleans all furniture
  • Cleans and polishes metal fixtures in bathrooms
  • Mops and sanitizes floors of rooms and offices
  • Spot cleans walls
  • Polishes metal surfaces
  • Replenishes room supplies
  • Performs “check-out” cleaning as assigned
  • Vacuums carpets; spot cleans as needed
  • Sorts and distributes linen as assigned
  • Transports soiled linen to central collection point
  1. Perform heavier cleaning functions in assigned areas following established schedules and using prescribed methods:
  • Dust and wet mop floors
  • Assist in cleaning of emergency spills upon request
  • Maintain assigned equipment for cleanliness and recommends repairs as needed
  • Observe and report the general need for repairs to equipment, furniture, building and fixtures
  • Perform all other tasks which may be assigned

Qualifications:

The Housekeeper must:

  • Have the ability to understand and speak English at a level which allows the safe, efficient performance of the job
  • Pass physical examination and background check.
  • Provide proof of legal status to work
  • After initial training, demonstrate ability to utilize supplies, tools and equipment properly
  • Have the ability to lift 50 pounds