Housekeeper - Permanent Full Time - Evenings - Halifax

Northwood; Halifax; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Halifax is seeking a Housekeeper to join their team. The role involves performing cleaning duties and maintaining a safe working environment. Candidates should have a minimum of Grade X education and at least 2 years of experience in housekeeping, preferably in Long Term Care or Acute Care. Good hygiene and the ability to work independently are important. The position is full-time, requiring 80 hours biweekly with 8-hour shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years work experience in housekeeping in Long Term Care or Acute Care environment.
• Knowledge of floor stripping, WHMIS, carpet care, and refinishing floors.
• Previous laundry experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning functions in assigned areas.
• Collect and transport garbage and recycling.
• Maintain cleanliness of washing and drying equipment.
• Complete specific set-ups for special functions.
• Complete office moves as requested by supervisors.

Skills

Ability to lift heavy equipment

Good personal hygiene

Ability to work independently

Ability to follow specific instructions

Good teamwork skills

Education

Minimum of Grade X or equivalent

Tools

Laundry equipment

Cleaning chemicals

Job description

JOIN THE NORTHWOOD TEAM!

Northwood is currently accepting applications for a Housekeeper to join our Halifax team!

Reporting to the Manager, Environmental Services the Housekeeper performs cleaning duties while helping to support and provide a safe working environment.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of Grade X or equivalent.
• Must be able to read, write, comprehend and follow through on specific instructions.
• Ability to lift, pull, push and move heavy equipment and heavy furniture on a regular daily basis (50lbs).
• Good personal hygiene.
• Previous laundry experience.
• Must have regular and consistent attendance in accordance with the Northwood corporate standard.
• Ability to work well with others including: co-workers, supervisors and residents.
• Ability to work independently with a minimum amount of supervision.
• Must have a minimum of 2 years work experience in the housekeeping field in a Long Term Care or Acute Care environment.
• Must have knowledge of floor stripping, WHMIS, carpet care, and refinishing floors.

Responsibilities:

• Perform cleaning functions in assigned areas.
• Collect and transport garbage, recycling with the ability to push/pull large carts.
• Performs periodic floor and carpet maintenance in accordance with established procedures and prescribed techniques.
• Operates washers and dryers adhering to established formulas and manufacturer's instructions.
• Assists, as necessary, in other laundry duties such as folding, untangling, pressing, packages, and the distribution of clean linen/laundry.
• Cleans and maintains washing and drying equipment for use in linen/laundry including the linen and laundry rooms.
• Follows safe work practices for chemical use including proper labeling, storage and use. Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment is used as recommended on Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
• Maintains cleanliness, orderliness and general repair of equipment and work area.
• Completes project/special cleaning, in areas as assigned by the supervisor.
• Complete specific set-ups for special functions.
• Completes office moves - transporting of desks, cabinets and other furniture from one area to another as requested by supervisors.
• Other duties as assigned.

Hours of work: 80 Hours Biweekly (8 Hour shifts)

Effective: Immediately

If you are interested in this position, please click APPLY!

To learn more about Northwood please visit our website www.northwood.care

Northwood is proud to be an inclusive employer who encourages diverse applicants. We thank all applicants however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.