Housekeeping/Maintenance Aide

Essential Duties & Responsibilities 

Housekeeping

• Clean and disinfect resident rooms, bathrooms, common areas, hallways, offices, and other assigned areas.
• Vacuum, sweep, mop, dust, wipe surfaces, empty trash, and clean windows as assigned.
• Clean and sanitize high-touch surfaces and frequently used areas.
• Assist with cleaning resident rooms during move-ins, room changes, and discharges.
• Maintain cleanliness of dining areas, activity spaces, lounges, and other resident gathering areas.
• Replenish housekeeping supplies as needed.
• Follow established infection prevention, sanitation, and chemical-handling procedures.

Floor Care

• Operate floor-cleaning equipment such as automatic scrubbers, buffers, burnishers, and carpet extractors.
• Perform routine floor care, including sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, buffing, and polishing.
• Identify flooring concerns and report damaged flooring or equipment to the appropriate leader.
• Maintain cleaning equipment and report equipment needing repair or replacement.

Light Maintenance

• Perform basic, non-technical maintenance and upkeep throughout the building.
• Replace light bulbs and batteries when appropriate.
• Assist with minor repairs and adjustments such as tightening hardware, replacing simple fixtures, and other basic building upkeep.
• Report maintenance concerns, safety hazards, leaks, damage, or environmental concerns promptly.
• Assist the maintenance team with routine projects and seasonal building upkeep.
• Help maintain a safe, uncluttered, and attractive environment for residents and visitors.

Resident & Team Support

• Interact respectfully and professionally with residents, families, visitors, and coworkers.
• Respect resident privacy, dignity, belongings, and personal space.
• Respond appropriately to resident requests or concerns and communicate issues to the appropriate department.
• Work collaboratively with Nursing, Dining, Activities, Maintenance, and other departments.
• Follow all facility policies, safety procedures, infection-control practices, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Previous housekeeping, environmental services, custodial, maintenance, or senior-living experience preferred.
• Ability to operate floor-cleaning equipment or willingness to learn.
• Ability to safely use cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in maintaining a clean environment.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work independently.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and coworkers.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, push, pull, and reach.
• Ability to lift and carry cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Ability to operate floor-cleaning machines.
• Ability to safely perform duties in resident rooms, bathrooms, hallways, and common areas.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.