Casual Housekeeper

Trico Living Well Inc; Calgary; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Trico LivingWell Inc in Calgary is seeking a Casual Housekeeper to maintain cleanliness in public areas, residential units, and offices. You will sanitize spaces, manage laundry tasks, and support housekeeping operations in a senior living community.

The role requires good communication, physical stamina, and adherence to safety protocols. Applicants should have basic computer skills and a recent police clearance; WHMIS certification is a plus. This is a full-time on-site position.

Qualifications

• Must have good written and oral communication skills.
• High attention to cleanliness and safety standards.
• Able to follow instructions and work with minimal supervision.
• Experience in housekeeping is desirable.
• Experience in senior living is an asset.
• WHMIS certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Vacuum carpets, mop floors, dust surfaces and sanitize bathrooms.
• Clean and maintain resident and public areas to high hygienic standards.
• Restock supplies and manage waste disposal.
• Assist with laundry tasks as needed.
• Report equipment issues to supervisor.
• Work with team to ensure a safe, comfortable environment.
• Support infection prevention through proper cleaning practices.

Skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Communication

Physical stamina

Cleanliness

Patience with residents

Safety awareness

Computer literacy

Multitasking

Education

Grade 6 or higher

WHMIS Certified

Police clearance (recent)

Tools

Floor machine operation

Job description

Description

Trico LivingWell is a leading older adult living community located in Kingsland, Calgary. We are proud to be the first aging-in-place community in Canada to achieve both WELL v2 Gold Certification and WELL Health-Safety Certification from the International WELL Building Institute. These prestigious, performance-based designations recognize our commitment to advancing human health, safety, and well-being through our built environment. Trico LivingWell offers a full spectrum of housing options, including independent living, inclusive living, assisted living, and memory care.

We are currently looking to hire a Casual Housekeeper!

Number of Positions: 01

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Hospitality Coordinator, the performs routine and as required tasks to ensure cleanliness, sanitization and disinfection of the public areas, residential units, offices, parkade and any area within the Trico LivingWell premises are maintained and kept at a high standard, as well as assists with other janitorial duties.

Key Outcomes:

• Performs work that meet the licensing standards to provide a clean, sanitized and safe environment for all occupants
• Apply consistent healthcare and hospitality best practices, policies and procedures to enhance Infection Prevention & Control measures and hospitality experience in the housekeeping department
• Contribute to the overall efficiency of the housekeeping department by performing thorough cleaning, maintenance, and laundry tasks

Key Responsibilities:

• Vacuums carpets, dry and wet mops floors, dusts and washes all surface areas such as furniture, blinds, light fixtures, mattresses, counters, vents, closets and ledges; washes and disinfects bathroom fixtures such as toilets, tubs, showers, and sinks; polishes chrome; wipes walls and doors; spray cleans interior windows and mirrors; empties and washes garbage containers. Shampoos carpets and furniture as required
• Replenishes soap supplies and paper towels and replaces trash liners
• Strips linen from and remakes beds as per schedule; replenishes linen items
• Replenishes cleaning supplies
• Transports garbage and recyclables to designated areas and maintains waste disposal rooms.
• Advises the Housekeeping Lead of any problems with cleaning equipment or supplies and reports noticeable damage to building surface or equipment
• Operates a floor machine in the performance of floor maintenance duties such as polishing and refurbishment to tile floor areas
• Performs assigned duties in the Laundry Room and responds to the need for janitorial services on a schedule or on an as-needed basis
• Performs other related duties as required

Skills and Abilities:

• Promotes employee morale, cooperation, and creative planning for change and innovations
• Manages time and resources, implements activities to promote cooperation among relevant others
• Sensitive to diverse cultures and preferences
• Proficiency with computers and other technology
• Physically able to perform the duties of the position
• Able to remain patient and helpful with people who are unwell and/or upset
• Proficient in cleaning techniques, tools, and safe use of chemicals
• Prioritizes tasks efficiently within set timelines
• Ensures thorough cleaning and identifies minor issues
• Communicate with all levels of our community. Maintains professionalism and enhances resident experience
• Works collaboratively in a team or independently as needed

Physical Job Requirements:

This position requires the Housekeeper to be able to:

• Use both hands and feet on a regular basis to perform physical assisting duties
• Climb stairs, operate elevators, lift and move small equipment and furniture
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and reach for extended periods during cleaning tasks
• Must be able to lift, carry, and move objects up to 30-40 pounds, including cleaning supplies, linens, and equipment
• Ability to handle cleaning tools and equipment (e.g., mops, vacuums, cleaning cloths, and chemicals) with precision and care
• Ability to navigate various spaces, including narrow hallways, staircases, and multiple floors, without difficulty
• Must have good eyesight to perform detailed cleaning tasks, conduct inspections, and ensure cleanliness standards are met
• Good hearing to identify issues related to equipment or areas needing attention
• Able to work in various environments, which may include exposure to cleaning chemicals, dust, and varying temperatures in different areas of the building

Qualifications:

• Must possess good written and oral communication skills
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and customer focus skills
• Basic computer proficiency and experience required
• Current (within 6 months) Police Clearance
• Completion of grade 6 education or better supplemented with related training courses
• Previous experience in the provision of housekeeping services desirable
• Experience with senior living is an asset
• WHMIS Certified

Closing Date: Until a suitable candidate is found

We appreciate the interest of all candidates, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that a security clearance will be part of the recruitment process.