Housekeeper / Laundry Worker

Virginia Department of Veterans Services; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 31,500 - 38,500; Full time

Job summary

The Virginia Department of Veterans Services is hiring a Housekeeper / Laundry Worker for the evening shift at the Puller Veterans Center. This role involves maintaining cleanliness and safety, ensuring a comfortable environment for veterans. Duties include cleaning resident rooms, performing floor maintenance, and adhering to infection control protocols.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and prior experience in healthcare settings. This is an equal opportunity employer offering a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience using cleaning chemicals.
• Experience in a healthcare, nursing home, or long-term care facility.
• Experience performing floor maintenance in a healthcare facility.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean and sanitary floor surfaces throughout the facility.
• Clean and service resident rooms and all areas of the facility.
• Use proper chemical mixtures in compliance with OSHA standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cleaning chemicals

Floor-care equipment

Job description

Title: Housekeeper / Laundry Worker (Evening Shift)

State Role Title: Hsekeep & or Apparel Worker I

Hiring Range: $35,000

Pay Band: 1

Agency: Dept of Veterans Services

Location: Puller Veterans Center

Job Duties

• Maintain clean, safe, and sanitary floor surfaces throughout the facility to ensure a healthy and comfortable environment for veterans, staff, and visitors.
• Clean and service resident rooms, baths, and all areas of the facility.
• Dust furniture and equipment, clean windowsills, empty trash, and arrange furniture as needed.
• Perform floor, carpet, and upholstery care.
• Understand cleaning and sanitation methods, materials, and equipment used in healthcare or long‑term care facilities.
• Understand floor maintenance procedures including stripping, waxing, buffing, and carpet care.
• Use proper chemical mixtures, dilution, labeling, and storage in compliance with OSHA and infection‑control standards.
• Practice infection‑prevention and control procedures appropriate to a healthcare setting.
• Apply basic safety and hazard‑communication standards such as SDS and PPE usage.
• Operate and maintain floor‑care and housekeeping equipment (buffers, auto‑scrubbers, extractors, vacuums).
• Show strong attention to detail to meet cleanliness and safety standards consistently.
• Use time‑management and organizational skills to complete tasks efficiently and on schedule.
• Use interpersonal and communication skills to interact respectfully with residents, families, and staff.
• Follow written and verbal instructions, cleaning schedules, and safety protocols accurately.
• Perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and standing for extended periods.
• Work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate respect and compassion for veterans and other residents.
• Identify and report maintenance or safety issues promptly.
• Adapt to changing priorities and perform additional duties as needed in a healthcare environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience using cleaning chemicals.
• Experience in a healthcare, nursing home, or long‑term care facility (plus).
• Experience performing floor maintenance (stripping, waxing, sealing, buffing, carpet cleaning) in a healthcare or high‑traffic facility.
• Familiarity with infection‑control and sanitation standards, especially in patient or resident care areas.
• Prior experience complying with OSHA, HIPAA, and facility safety regulations.

Equal Opportunity Employer