Housekeeper 2026-01202

State of Wyoming; Buffalo (WY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

Retirement - Pension and 457B

Meaningful work

Job summary

State of Wyoming is seeking a caring individual to maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe environment at the Veterans' Home of Wyoming cottages. The role also supports the Assisted Living Facility as needed in a teamwork-driven setting.

The position offers comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, paid leave, holidays, retirement plans, and longevity pay, with an emphasis on meaningful work for Wyoming communities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• 0-6 months of progressive work experience (typically in Housekeeping).
• 1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Housekeeping).

Responsibilities

• Cleans and restocks resident rooms.
• Cleans and disinfects all public areas, including carpets, handrails, doors, windows, trash cans, and light fixtures.
• Cleans bathrooms.
• Gathers trash.
• Determines appropriate chemical solutions for cleaning and disinfection.
• Assists with laundry services, including sorting, drying, and distributing.
• Assure cottages have a supply of clean linens, cleaning supplies, and trash bags.
• Assists with scheduled, comprehensive cleaning of dining room area.

Skills

Cleaning knowledge

Infection control

Math basics

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The team at the Veterans' Home of Wyoming cottages (Skilled Nursing Facility) is looking for a caring and motivated individual to assist in maintaining a clean, sanitary, and safe environment. This individual must be a flexible team player willing and able to use their skills at the Assisted Living Facility as well. This beautiful new home is at the base of the Big Horn Mountains, which provide many outdoor recreation opportunities!

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
• and MUCH MORE!

The Wyoming Department of Health offers an excellent benefits package, including medical/dental/life/vision insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, a state retirement plan, a deferred compensation program, and longevity pay.

Human Resource Contact: [e-mail]

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.

Duties May Include the Following For Housekeeping:

• Cleans and restocks resident rooms
• Cleans and disinfects all public areas, including carpets, handrails, doors, windows, trash cans, and light fixtures
• Cleans bathrooms.
• Gathers trash.
• Determines appropriate chemical solutions for cleaning and disinfection.
• Assists with laundry services, including sorting, drying, and distributing.
• Assure cottages have a supply of clean linens, cleaning supplies, and trash bags.
• Assists with scheduled, comprehensive cleaning of dining room area

PREFERENCES:

Preference may be given to applicants who have a minimum of 6 months of long-term care experience.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of cleaning methods and practices.
• Knowledge of cleansers, supplies, and equipment.
• Knowledge of basic math.
• Knowledge of state and facility policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of universal precautions.
• Knowledge of emergency procedures, cleaning methods, materials, and equipment.
• Knowledge of infection control standards.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

High School Diploma

Experience:

0-6 months of progressive work experience (typically in Housekeeping)

OR

Education & ExperienceSubstitution:

1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Housekeeping)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-exempt
• A background check, including the taking of fingerprints, will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation, the Department of Family Services, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for every successful applicant.
• For our residents' health and protection, annual influenza vaccination is required, and annual testing for tuberculosis.
• Employees of this facility will be expected to follow all rules and requirements established by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding COVID-19.
• Pre-employment drug testing will be conducted on safety-sensitive positions (direct patient care positions are considered safety-sensitive). Drug and alcohol testing will be conducted in any position if reasonable suspicion exists.
• The Wyoming Department of Health is an E-Verify employer.

048--Aging Division-Veterans' Skilled Nursing Facility

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.