Maintenance/ Custodian

Good Neighbor Society; Manchester (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Good Neighbor Society is seeking a dedicated individual for a full-time housekeeping position in Manchester, IA. The role involves performing essential housekeeping duties to ensure the nursing center is kept sanitary and attractive.

The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma or equivalent, have previous maintenance experience, and be able to handle physical demands of the job. Additional responsibilities include laundry and equipment upkeep, and compliance with safety protocols. This role may require evening and weekend availability.

Qualifications

• Ability to clean and maintain a sanitary environment effectively.
• Previous experience in housekeeping or maintenance is preferred.
• Must be capable of lifting and moving heavy objects.

Responsibilities

• Perform general housekeeping duties to maintain a clean environment.
• Attend in-service training and development programs.
• Assist with laundry and equipment maintenance as needed.

Skills

Ability to read and understand directions

Previous maintenance experience

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Location: MANCHESTER, IA 52057
Type: Full Time
Hours: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM, every other weekend and holidays

Job Summary

Performs a variety of general housekeeping/cleaning duties to provide quality environmental service and to maintain the nursing center in a sanitary, attractive, and orderly condition.

Resident Rights

• Knows and respects patient rights.
• Ensures all protected health information is kept confidential.
• Reports all complaints made by patients to supervisor.
• Reports all allegations of resident abuse, neglect and/or misappropriation of patient properly.

Safety and Sanitation

• Follows established safety policies and procedures.
• Observes safety needs of patient as indicated in care plan.
• Wears and/or uses safety equipment and supplies when indicated and properly trained to use.
• Demonstrates job‑specific knowledge of fire and disaster preparedness during drills or actual situations.

Staff Development

• Attends and participates in scheduled in‑service training, educational classes and meetings.

Laundry/Housekeeping Responsibilities

• Maintains equipment used in performing duties; cleans washers and dryers, dryer lint filters, and soap dispensers at end or near end of shift; brushes spillage from floor into drain.
• Assists H/L & Maintenance with cleaning schedules as outlined in their schedule’s (e.g., offices, handicap and visitor restrooms, activity room, kitchen restroom, service entrance and therapy room, entrances and exits, utility areas, closets, lounges, lobbies, halls, etc.); performs emergency housekeeping.
• Cleans, dusts, washes and disinfects all fixtures, floors, walls, doors and ceilings; scours and polishes water fountains, sinks, mirrors, glass panels, brass, and movable and stationary furnishings and fixtures; changes slip covers, scarves, doilies, etc. when soiled and arranges furniture and equipment in an orderly fashion; cleans ledges, shelves, vents, windows, window sills, etc.; removes and re‑hangs curtains, drapes, and dividers for cleaning, when needed; replenishes supply of soap and towels in appropriate receptacles.
• Empties and cleans wastebaskets/kitchen garbage, recyclables and over areas with disposable receptacles.
• Works jointly with maintenance personnel to service floors, all patient rooms, baths, lounges, nurses stations, and offices as assigned.
• Performs terminal cleaning duties according to established procedure in patient rooms when patient has been discharged or transferred and prepares rooms for new occupants.
• Performs cleaning duties in isolated units when patient is transferred according to established procedures.
• Helps maintain grounds (e.g., snow removal, yard prep, general exterior maintenance).
• Vacuums and shampoos carpeting and rugs.
• Maintains order in supply room by cleaning lockers and equipment and arranging supplies.
• Performs any miscellaneous work assignments as may be required.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred; ability to read and understand directions.

Experience

Previous maintenance/housekeeping/laundry/floor care experience preferred.

Physical Demands

Exerting up to 60 pounds of force occasionally, and up to 20 pounds of force frequently to move objects. Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, handling.

Working Conditions

Inside with exposure to noise and vibration, heat, and temperature, wet and humid conditions, and considerable exposure to disagreeable conditions including odor and infection.

General Requirements

Must be able to execute the terms and conditions set forth in the Good Neighbor Society Handbook, including, but not limited to:

• Works in a safety‑conscious manner, which ensures that safe work practices are used in order not to pose a risk to self or others in the workplace. Reports any safety violations or hazards to supervisor.
• Complies with company policies and procedures and local, state, and federal regulations.
• Adheres to policy on Drug‑Free Workplace.
• Maintains a dependable attendance record and adheres to standards of cleanliness, grooming, hygiene, and dress code.
• Takes positive action to ensure equal opportunity in the conduct of all business activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, age, national origin, disability, citizenship, veteran status or any other legal protected category.

Equal Employment Opportunity / Equal Opportunity Law (EEO) Statement: The organization is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on age, color, gender, election of gender identity and gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other protected category.