Housekeeping Team Lead

Christenson Communities; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Christenson Communities is seeking a Housekeeping Team Lead for our Edmonton, Canada location. The role is permanent full-time and reports to the Executive Director.

Responsibilities include supervising housekeeping staff, ensuring cleanliness across all spaces, and coordinating with residents and staff to maintain high standards. Candidates should have at least 1 year of experience in geriatrics or residential/commercial cleaning, proficiency with cleaning equipment, and strong organizational

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in geriatrics, housekeeping, or commercial cleaning.
• Experience using multi-purpose cleaners and related chemicals.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform light duty cleaning and waste removal.
• Service and clean washrooms; dust, polish, and arrange furniture.
• Wash, polish glass/windows; vacuum, mop floors and bed linens as needed.
• Supervise staff on site and support site policies and procedures.
• Provide input on hiring, training, and supervision of cleaning employees.

Skills

Geriatrics

Housekeeping

Multi-purpose cleaners

Education

Grade 10+

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Position: Housekeeping Team Lead - Permanent Full-Time

FTE: 1.0

Application Deadline: October 8, 2026

Position Responsibilities:

• Light Duty Cleaning
• Empty garbage containers, remove waste materials from buildings
• Service and clean washrooms
• Dust and polish furniture, and keep it arranged properly
• Wash and polish glass and windows
• Spot wash walls
• Vacuum draperies and upholstered furniture
• Sweep or damp mop floors
• Sweep, wet mop and scrub floors
• Sort, count, mark and fold linens
• Make beds or change bedding
• Collect soiled linens and garbage
• Perform in-house laundry services (as a Blue Bird service)
• Scrub, disinfect and polish bathroom fixtures
• Replace towels, soap and other supplies
• Vacuum, sweep & mop all floors
• Report damage, theft and articles found to the Executive Director
• Keep storage areas and carts well stocked, clean and tidy
• Maintain inventories of supplies
• Inform Resident Service Coordinator as Guest Suite and cleaning supplies are getting low, so an order can be placed.
• Identify and communicate need for painting, repairs, furnishings, relocation of equipment and reallocation of space
• Other duties and various projects, as requested by the Community Manager
• Supervision and staff site development
• Assist with the creation, maintenance, and implementation of site policies and procedures.
• Provide input on new Hire, train, and supervise cleaning/housekeeping employees, as required.
• Train and manage relief personnel for vacation coverage, etc.

Demonstrated knowledge of cleaning duties, including minimum 1 year experience in:

• Geriatrics
• Housekeeping, residential or commercial cleaning
• Multi-purpose cleaners, including which cleaning chemicals can be mixed safely

Proficiency in the following:

• Operation of various cleaning equipment
• Familiarity with seniors housing and industry terminology

Personal Characteristics:

• Conservatively groomed
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Mechanical aptitude and skills
• Honest and trustworthy
• Strong organizational skills (ability to multi-task & prioritize)
• Able to work co-operatively with a variety of other employees

The following training and/or credentials are required:

• Completion of Grade 10 or higher

Other Bona-Fide Occupational Requirements:

• Must be available to work evenings and weekends, as required
• Physically and mentally fit to perform the duties of the position (may be required to lift items weighing over 20 kilograms)
• Ability to work on his/her feet for a complete shift while constantly bending, stretching, walking, lifting or moving things
• Must be bondable by corporate insurer
• A current and clear Criminal Records check with Vulnerable Sector Search is required for all new site-based employees

Disclaimer

This job description indicates representative responsibilities and specifications of the position only and should not be considered to necessarily represent all responsibilities and specifications of the position. The incumbent may perform other duties as assigned, which are not specified in this description. A review and update of this job description will take place at the yearly performance review.

At Christenson Communities we make it our priority to foster inclusive work environments welcomed to diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to accommodating prospective employees. Please let us know how we can accommodate you in our hiring process.