Housekeeping Associate

Cottage Grove Place; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive work environment

Training and guidance

Steady, essential role

Job summary

Cottage Grove Place in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a dependable housekeeping professional to maintain a clean, welcoming environment for guests, residents, patients, or staff.

You will dust, vacuum, change linens, restock supplies, sanitize areas, and follow safety protocols while working as part of a friendly team.

This steady role offers training and the chance to contribute to a comfortable living or working setting every day.

Qualifications

• Experience in housekeeping or janitorial preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.
• Able to manage time and complete tasks independently.
• Basic understanding of cleaning chemicals, tools, and safety practices.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Clean, sanitize, and restock assigned areas per procedures.
• Dust, vacuum, sweep, mop floors, and polish surfaces.
• Change linens, remove trash, and handle laundry as assigned.
• Disinfect bathrooms, kitchens, common areas, and high-touch surfaces.
• Monitor supplies and report shortages or maintenance needs.
• Follow safety, sanitation, and infection-control guidelines at all times.
• Use cleaning equipment and products properly and responsibly.
• Support special cleaning projects and related duties.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independence

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Safety protocols

Job description

We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented housekeeping professional to help maintain a clean, welcoming, and well-organized environment. This role plays an important part in creating a positive experience for guests, residents, patients, or team members by ensuring shared and private spaces are cared for to a high standard.

Responsibilities

• Clean, sanitize, and restock assigned areas in accordance with established procedures
• Dust, vacuum, sweep, mop, and polish floors and surfaces
• Change linens, remove trash, and handle laundry duties as assigned
• Clean and disinfect bathrooms, kitchens, common areas, and high-touch surfaces
• Monitor supply levels and report shortages or maintenance concerns
• Follow safety, sanitation, and infection-control guidelines at all times
• Use cleaning equipment and products properly and responsibly
• Support special cleaning projects and other related duties as needed

Qualifications

• Previous housekeeping, janitorial, custodial, or environmental services experience is preferred
• Ability to work efficiently while maintaining a strong attention to detail
• Good time management and the ability to complete assigned tasks independently
• Basic understanding of cleaning chemicals, tools, and safety practices
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to follow instructions and adapt to changing priorities
• Physical ability to stand, bend, lift, and perform cleaning duties throughout the shift

What We Offer

• A supportive and respectful work environment
• Opportunities to build experience in a steady, essential role
• Training and guidance to help you succeed
• The chance to contribute to a clean and comfortable setting every day

Additional Information

We value reliability, professionalism, and a commitment to quality service. Candidates who take pride in creating clean and welcoming spaces are encouraged to apply.