Housekeeper

75 State Street; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,617,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental plans

401(k) employer match

Disability insurance — short & long

Mental health counseling

7 paid holidays

Earned time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Seventy-Five State Street is seeking a Housekeeping Technician in Portland, Maine. You will keep living spaces clean, prepare apartments for new residents, and maintain supplies to support a safe, welcoming community.

You will interact with residents and colleagues, uphold standards of dignity and inclusion, and contribute to a positive living experience in a nonprofit senior community.

Qualifications

• Excellent judgment and caring attitude.
• Attention to detail and strong communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work with residents and teammates.
• Basic computer skills for scheduling, communication, and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine housekeeping services to keep spaces clean and safe.
• Prepare apartments for new residents and ensure readiness for move-in.
• Maintain supplies and equipment, restock as needed, and report issues promptly.

Skills

Excellent judgment

Caring attitude

Detail oriented

Good communications skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Knowledge of basic computer skills

Job description

Description

Are you passionate about creating clean, comfortable, and welcoming spaces where residents feel at home? Do you take pride in delivering exceptional customer service while making a meaningful difference in people’s daily lives?

As a Housekeeping Technician, you’ll help ensure our community remains safe, clean, and inviting by performing routine housekeeping services, preparing apartments for new residents, and maintaining supplies and equipment. You’ll work closely with residents and colleagues, contribute to a positive living experience, and support a culture of respect, dignity, and inclusion. Every day, your work will help create a comfortable environment where residents can thrive.

This role is a great fit if you:

• Take pride in maintaining clean, organized, and welcoming spaces
• Enjoy providing excellent customer service and building positive relationships
• Are self-motivated and able to work independently while contributing to a team
• Want to make a direct impact on residents’ comfort, well-being, and quality of life

About Seventy-Five State Street

Located in the historic West End neighborhood of Portland, Maine, Seventy-Five State Street is a nonprofit senior community offering a continuum of care that includes Independent Living and Assisted Living. Our mission is to promote the independence, dignity, and individuality of older people of all financial abilities by offering supportive programs and services in an urban, residential setting. Our goal is to provide the highest quality of assisted living services in a nurturing home designed to enhance the quality of life, respect personal dignity, and to provide “peace of mind” to each resident as well as to their respective family.

What it's Like to Work Here

Our team members have positive attitudes, are creative problem solvers, and share a dedication to providing our residents with sincere and thoughtful care. Our shared commitment to improving the lives of others, strengthening our community, and ensuring compliance with state and federal standard of care requirements gives us purpose and inspires our best work. Our workplace culture and continuous opportunities for growth have resulted in Avesta's Seventy-Five State Street location being a popular place to work.

What We're Looking For

The person who is ready for this opportunity will meet the following requirements:

• Excellent judgment
• Caring attitude
• Detail oriented
• Good communications skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of basic computer skills

Requirements

• Ability to walk, stand, and push and carry a vacuum and cart
• Must be able to work independently as well as a part of a team, under minimal supervision
• Flexible schedule and willingness to work on weekends
• Good communication skills and ability to interact with people effectively

This is a full-time, non-exempt/hourly position that pays $17.00 per hour to start.

Benefits

We have excellent employee benefits, including:

• Health and dental plans for employees
• Flexible spending and dependent care accounts
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with immediate vested match of up to 6%
• Employer-paid basic life, long-term and short-term disability
• Free mental health counseling
• 7 paid holidays
• Generous earned time, starting with 19 days in first year of employment
• Professional development assistance
• Employee referral program
• Tuition reimbursement