Housekeeping Aide

Mainevets; Bangor (ME); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tapcheck - access to pay before payday

Paid time off

Comprehensive benefits package

Competitive pay

Full-time day shift

Meaningful work serving veterans

Job summary

Maine Veterans’ Homes in Bangor, ME is seeking a dependable Housekeeping Aide for a full-time day shift. You will clean resident rooms, common areas, and clinical spaces while following infection control procedures, maintaining confidentiality, and supporting a safe environment for residents and staff.

The ideal candidate has a High school diploma or equivalent, prior healthcare housekeeping experience, and a compassionate, detail‑oriented approach.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior housekeeping experience in healthcare or long-term care is a plus.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safe handling procedures.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize resident rooms, bathrooms, common areas, offices, and clinical spaces.
• Perform routine housekeeping duties including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and trash removal.
• Follow infection control and safety procedures in accordance with facility guidelines.
• Replenish supplies in resident rooms and common areas.
• Maintain confidentiality and respect for residents at all times.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Teamwork

Compassionate care

Infection control

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Mop

Vacuum cleaner

Safety equipment

Job description

Description

We are seeking a dependable Housekeeping Aide to join our team. This full-time, day shift position plays a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for our residents, staff and families. The ideal candidate takes pride in their work, demonstrates respect and compassion for residents, and understands the importance of cleanliness in a healthcare setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize resident rooms, bathrooms, common areas, offices, and clinical spaces
• Perform routine housekeeping duties including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and trash removal
• Follow infection control and safety procedures in accordance with facility guidelines
• Replenish supplies in resident rooms and common areas
• Maintain confidentiality and respect for residents at all times

What We Offer

• Full-time, stable day shift schedule
• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Tapcheck - Get access to your pay before payday
• Paid time off
• Supportive team environment
• Meaningful work serving veterans

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous housekeeping experience, preferably in healthcare or long-term care, is a plus
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safe handling procedures
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail and reliability
• Compassionate and respectful approach when working around elderly and disabled residents
• Basic computer skills

Maine Veterans’ Homes provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.