Housekeeper

Sunnyside Communities; Martinsville (VA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunnyside Communities in Martinsville, VA is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper for a full-time, weekday schedule (7:00 AM - 3:30 PM). You will maintain cleanliness across resident areas, ensuring safety and a welcoming environment for guests and staff.

A strong focus on detail and hospitality helps enhance overall guest experience and operational efficiency. Responsibilities include routine cleaning, floor care, disinfecting bathrooms, inventory checks, and safe operation of cleaning equipment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior experience in cleaning required.
• Basic reading, writing and math skills.
• Ability to work independently without close supervision.
• Current driver’s license and meets driver eligibility requirements per company policy.
• Ability to work around confidential information and maintain its integrity.
• Strong customer service skills; maintain a hospitality approach when engaging all individuals.

Responsibilities

• Thoroughly clean resident rooms/homes as assigned and within scheduled time constraints following established techniques and procedures for cleaning all areas, furnishings and fixtures.
• Clean floors, dry mop, wet mop and sweep when and where necessary using clean mops and brooms.
• Vacuum carpets and rugs using clean vacuum bags.
• Dust with treated cloth on polished furniture and a damp cloth for window sills.
• Clean and disinfect resident and public bathrooms. Check and replace necessary supplies to maintain adequate inventory.
• Clean stairways, elevators, entrances and exits inside and out using proper cleaner.
• Report housekeeping and maintenance requests to Supervisor or Lead. Fill out requests on proper form and submit in a timely manner to resolve any issue promptly.
• Maintain equipment needed to perform duties. Ensure cart, buckets, mops, etc. are clean.
• Correct or report all unsafe working conditions or equipment to Supervisor immediately.
• Monitor and maintain adequate inventory of supplies. Regularly check specified cleaning areas for paper supplies and soap for handwashing. Keep adequate supplies on cart.
• Safely operate general cleaning equipment, including, but not limited to, floor scrubbing and polishing machine, extractor, vacuum cleaner, mop & pail, etc.
• Work with and around cleaning chemicals and solvents and analyze and comprehend labels and instructions of use. Always read labels for instructions to ensure safe and appropriate use. Follow all precautions outlined on chemicals. Know where to find Safety Data Sheets in case of emergency.
• Be able to discern cleanliness of all areas.
• Be flexible in the cleaning of the requested areas for the residents with a set fee.
• Clean light fixtures, handrails and hallway pictures on a routine basis.
• Wash windows inside and out as required, safely using proper equipment (ladder, squeegee or window washer, etc.).
• Remove all trash from designated work areas daily and dispose of it properly.

Skills

Customer service

Hospitality mindset

Independence

Reading/Writing/Math basics

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Housekeeper - Full Time - Monday-Friday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Pay Range: $13.00 - 17.55/hour

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Housekeeper to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness and hygiene across designated areas, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for all guests and staff. Your attention to detail and commitment to quality will contribute significantly to the overall guest experience and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.


• Prior experience in cleaning field required.


• Basic reading, writing and math skills.


• Ability to work independently without close supervision.


• Current driver’s license and meets driver eligibility requirements per company policy.


• Ability to work around confidential information and maintain its integrity.


• Strong customer service skills; maintain a hospitality approach when engaging all individuals.

Requirements

• Thoroughly clean resident rooms/homes as assigned and within scheduled time constraints following established techniques and procedures for cleaning all areas, furnishings and fixtures.


• Clean floors, dry mop, wet mop and sweep when and where necessary using clean mops and brooms.


• Vacuum carpets and rugs using clean vacuum bags.


• Dust with treated cloth on polished furniture and a damp cloth for window sills.


• Clean and disinfect resident and public bathrooms. Check and replace necessary supplies to maintain adequate inventory.


• Clean stairways, elevators, entrances and exits inside and out using proper cleaner.


• Report housekeeping and maintenance requests to Supervisor or Lead. Fill out requests on proper form and submit in a timely manner to resolve any issue promptly.


• Maintain equipment needed to perform duties. Ensure cart, buckets, mops, etc. are clean.


• Correct or report all unsafe working conditions or equipment to Supervisor immediately.


• Monitor and maintain adequate inventory of supplies. Regularly check specified cleaning areas for paper supplies and soap for handwashing. Keep adequate supplies on cart.


• Safely operate general cleaning equipment, including, but not limited to, floor scrubbing and polishing machine, extractor, vacuum cleaner, mop & pail, etc.


• Work with and around cleaning chemicals and solvents and analyze and comprehend labels and instructions of use. Always read labels for instructions to ensure safe and appropriate use. Follow all precautions outlined on chemicals. Know where to find Safety Data Sheets in case of emergency.


• Be able to discern cleanliness of all areas.


• Be flexible in the cleaning of the requested areas for the residents with a set fee.


• Clean light fixtures, handrails and hallway pictures on a routine basis.


• Wash windows inside and out as required, safely using proper equipment (ladder, squeegee or window washer, etc.).


• Remove all trash from designated work areas daily and dispose of it properly.

Salary Description

$13.00 - $17.55/hour