Housekeeper Full-Time

Garden City Healthcare Center; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Garden City Health Care Center is seeking a dependable Full‑Time Housekeeper to maintain a clean and sanitary environment for residents, staff, and visitors. The role emphasizes safety, infection-control practices, and respectful interactions with residents.

Ideal candidates have attention to detail, the ability to follow instructions, and a commitment to teamwork. The position offers full‑time hours and benefits, with a focus on a safe, welcoming home for residents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous housekeeping experience in healthcare, skilled nursing, or long‑term care is a plus.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness.
• Basic math skills including addition and subtraction.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dependable attendance and a team-oriented attitude.
• Respect for resident privacy and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize resident rooms, bathrooms, and assigned areas per facility standards.
• Maintain public and common areas, including lobbies and restrooms.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and clean floors throughout the facility.
• Dust and wipe surfaces such as handrails, furniture, and fixtures.
• Report equipment issues and supply needs to the Housekeeping Director.
• Provide excellent customer service with a positive, professional attitude.
• Work independently and with the team to meet schedules.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Dependable attendance

Reading and following procedures

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Housekeeper - Full-Time

Garden City Health Care Center

Pay Range: $17.48-$17.50 per hour

Help Us Create a Clean, Safe, and Welcoming Home

Garden City Health Care Center is seeking a dependable, hardworking, and detail-oriented Full-Time Housekeeper to join our team. Our Housekeepers play an essential role in maintaining a clean, sanitary, and comfortable environment for our residents, employees, and visitors.

The ideal candidate takes pride in their work, follows safety and infection-control practices, and approaches every resident and team member with kindness and respect.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize resident rooms, bathrooms, & assigned areas according to facility standards.
• Maintain public & common areas, including lobbies, hallways, restrooms, drinking fountains, & floors.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, & clean floors throughout the facility.
• Dust & wipe down handrails, furniture, light fixtures, towel bars, dispensers, & other surfaces.
• Clean walls, mirrors, windows, & other assigned areas.
• Empty trash containers & replace liners as needed.
• Help keep assigned areas free of obstacles, odors, dirt, & debris.
• Use cleaning chemicals, supplies, & equipment according to manufacturer instructions and facility procedures.
• Follow infection-control practices and established safety precautions.
• Place caution signs in appropriate locations when cleaning floors or addressing spills.
• Securely store chemicals, cleaning products, & equipment.
• Maintain housekeeping carts, storage rooms, equipment, & supplies in a clean & organized condition.
• Notify the Housekeeping Director when supplies need to be replenished.
• Report equipment malfunctions, hazardous conditions, spills, & maintenance concerns promptly.
• Report resident safety concerns immediately to the Housekeeping Director, Administrator, Director of Nursing, or appropriate supervisor.
• Respect resident privacy, personal belongings, dignity, & confidentiality.
• Complete assigned cleaning schedules efficiently and within established timeframes.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive, professional attitude.
• Work independently & cooperatively as part of the facility team.
• Perform additional housekeeping duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous housekeeping experience preferred; healthcare, skilled nursing, or long-term care experience is a plus.
• Ability to follow written & verbal instructions.
• Ability to read & understand procedure manuals, safety information, & product directions.
• Strong attention to detail & commitment to cleanliness.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, & division.
• Ability to solve practical problems & manage routine changes in assignments.
• Good communication & interpersonal skills.
• Dependable attendance & a team-oriented attitude.
• Ability to maintain resident privacy & confidentiality.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Physical Requirements

This position requires frequent walking, standing, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and repetitive movements such as sweeping, mopping, and wiping surfaces. The employee must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 25 pounds and operate cleaning equipment throughout the shift.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Why Join Garden City Health Care Center?

• Competitive pay of $17.48-$17.50 per hour
• Full-time employment
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Training and professional-growth opportunities
• Supportive leadership and a collaborative team
• Rewarding work that directly supports resident health, comfort, and quality of life

Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and facility policy.

This job posting describes the general nature and level of work performed. Duties and responsibilities may be modified or reassigned based on operational needs and reasonable accommodations.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.