Housekeeper

Mountrail County Health Center; Stanley (ND); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in North Dakota is seeking a reliable Housekeeper to perform day-to-day cleaning activities. Responsibilities include cleaning, sanitizing, and maintaining various areas within the facility. Candidates should have a positive attitude and must be able to communicate in English. This role requires physical stamina, as the position involves standing, walking, and lifting throughout the day. Join us in ensuring a clean and comfortable environment for residents and staff.

Qualifications

• Must be able to speak and understand English.
• Completion of elementary education or equivalent skills.
• Must be at least 16 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily housekeeping functions including cleaning and disinfecting.
• Use appropriate cleaning procedures and solutions.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in work areas.

Skills

Positive attitude toward the elderly and coworkers

Ability to recognize errors and make adjustments

Education

Completion of elementary education

Ability to speak and understand English

At least 16 years of age

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Housekeeper

Department: Environmental Services

Reports To: Director of Plant Operations

Position Summary:

To perform the day to day activities of the Housekeeper in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards to ensure that the facility is maintained in a clean and safe manner.

Qualifications and Requirements:

1. License and Certifications Required: None
2. Educational Requirements:
   • Must be able to speak and understand English
   • Completion of elementary education or otherwise show ability to read, write, and follow oral and written directions
   • Must be at least 16 years of age
3. Experience Requirements: None
4. Special Skills or Training:
   • Positive attitude toward the elderly and coworkers
   • Ability to recognize errors and make adjustments as needed
   • Must be able to use a step ladder
5. Physical Requirements:
   • Lifting: 25 to 40 pounds
   • Standing: 7 or more hours per day
   • Walking: 7 or more hours per day
   • Reaching: 5 or more hours per day
   • Grasping: 7 or more hours per day
   • Hand Coordination: 7 or more hours per day
   • Pushing & Pulling: 6 or more hours per day
   • Ability to Distinguish Smells
   • Ability to Remain Calm Under Stress

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Perform day to day housekeeping functions and specific tasks as assigned: clean, wash, polish, sanitize, deodorize, and disinfect all areas and items in the facility including furnishings, fixtures, trash bins, windows, mirrors, floors, carpets, walls, ceilings, bathrooms, etc.
2. Use proper cleaning and disinfecting solutions and procedures.
3. Ensure that work areas are maintained in a clean, safe, comfortable, and attractive manner, clearly marked with caution or safety signs as required.
4. Ensure that work areas are free of all hazardous objects and that all equipment, tools and supplies are properly stored at all times.
5. Ensure that established Universal Precautions, Infection Control, Isolation, Fire, Safety