Housekeeper

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY; Crozet (VA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY is seeking a reliable Housekeeper to help care for residents in our retirement community. You will keep the community, common areas, and resident rooms neat and clean, following the schedule and supervisor's instructions.

This full-time role offers benefits such as PTO, disability insurance, life insurance, and employee assistance programs. The position requires one year of related experience, good reading/writing, teamwork, and a commitment to resident safety and dignity.

Qualifications

• One year related experience in a similar environment.
• Ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to remain calm under stressful situations.
• Must work well as part of a team or independently.
• Must pass criminal background check and health requirements.

Responsibilities

• Follow cleaning schedule and instructions from supervisor; clean residential homes and public areas.
• Sweep and vacuum all assigned areas.
• Clean and polish room furnishings, fixtures, and fixtures; disinfect and deodorize.
• Clean walls and ceilings; stock supplies in bathrooms and public areas.
• Report unsafe conditions to supervisor and assist with move-in readiness for new residents.
• Maintain cleanliness of janitor closets and supply rooms; provide excellent service to residents and visitors.

Skills

Reading ability

Writing ability

Team player

Calm under pressure

Compassion for elderly

Integrity

Tools

Cleaning supplies

Job description

• Base Pay $15.00 - $17.00 / Hour
• Employee Type Full Time

Description

Our number one priority is caring for our residents. The Housekeeper is responsible for keeping the community, common areas, and resident rooms neat and clean.

• Paid-Time Off
• Full Time
• Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance; Variety of Supplemental Insurances Available
• Free Life Insurance
• Employee Assistant Programs

*Some benefits may only be eligible to full-time team members

*Starting rates are higher depending on experience and position

Requirements

Minimum eligibility requirements

• One year related experience in a similar environment with on-the-job training preferred.
• Must be able to read, write and follow oral and written directions at a level necessary to accomplish the job.
• Ability to remain calm under stressful situations.
• Must demonstrate the ability to work responsibly as a team member as well as an individual.
• Must be honest, fair, dependable, respect confidentiality and the rights and privacy of others and local, state and federal laws.
• Must have compassion for and desire to work with the elderly.
• Must meet all health requirements.
• Must pass criminal background check.
• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities (essential job functions), with or without reasonable accommodation.

Essential functions

• Follow cleaning schedule and instructions as directed by supervisor, including residential homes and public areas.
• Sweep and vacuum all assigned areas.
• Clean and/or polish all room furnishings, fixtures, ledges, heating/air conditioning units in resident rooms and all public areas.
• Clean walls and ceilings by washing, wiping, dusting, spot cleaning, disinfecting and deodorizing.
• Clean all community showers, toilets, sinks, countertops, and baseboards, stock with paper towels, toilet paper, soap and shampoo.
• Clean and check model rooms and work in concert with the maintenance to ensure that all incoming residents’ homes are cleaned and ready for move-in.
• Clean all hallways, stairways and elevators as necessary.
• Clean employee break area when necessary.
• Empty trash in offices and public areas.
• Report to supervisor any unsafe/hazardous conditions within the Community and any needed repairs to housekeeping or other facility equipment.
• Keep janitor closets and housekeeping supply rooms clean and orderly.
• Other duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary and appropriate by supervisor.
• Responsible for ensuring that all employees are providing excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
• Perform job duties for residents and with team members in a courteous and professional manner.
• Take initiative to ensure resident safety and satisfaction is a priority.
• Meet and greet visitors in a friendly, helpful manner (Visitors include anyone who visits the community; specifically, current residents’ families and friends, prospective residents and their families, referral sources, vendors and regulators).
• Communicate professionally and cooperate with supervisor and all community personnel.
• Ensure compliance and understanding of all regulations regarding residents’ rights.

Other

• Follow & communicate company policies and procedures.
• The job description provides a framework for the job; other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Working conditions (travel, hours, environment)

• Scheduled hours; possible overtime. Works in other positions temporarily, when necessary.
• Subject to frequent interruptions.
• Is involved with resident, personnel, and visitors under all conditions and circumstances.
• Is subject to callback during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.).
• Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., through the workday, as well as to reactions from dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke, and other air contaminants.
• May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals.

Physical/sensory requirement

• Medium work: ability to exert 10-35 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the day.
• Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents and staff.
• Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset and, at times, hostile people within the community.

Summary

Looking for a reliable individual who will enjoy working with the elderly in our Retirement Community.