Housekeeper

Christenson Group of Companies•City of Lacombe, AB

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a casual Housekeeper position at Royal Oak Village in Lacombe, AB. The role involves performing light duty cleaning, maintaining cleanliness in various areas of the facility, and ensuring supplies are stocked and inventoried. The position requires availability for evenings and weekends, physical fitness for demanding tasks, and a commitment to providing excellent customer service in a seniors' housing environment.

Requirements

Minimum 1 year of experience in housekepeing, residential or commercial cleaning.
Minimum 1 year of experience in geriatrics.
Demonstrated knowledge of cleaning duties.
Demonstrated knowledge of multi-purpose cleaners, including which cleaning chemicals can be mixed safely.
Proficiency in the operation of various cleaning equipment.
Familiarity with seniors housing and industry terminology.
Proficiency in light residential maintenance duties.
Completion of Grade 10 or higher.
Must be available to work evenings and weekends, as required.
Physically and mentally fit to perform the duties of the position (may be required to lift items weighing over 20 kilograms).
Ability to work on his/her feet for a complete shift while constantly bending, stretching, walking, lifting or moving things.
Must be bondable by corporate insurer.
A current and clear Criminal Records check with Vulnerable Sector Search is required.

Nice To Haves

Conservatively groomed
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Outstanding customer service focus
Mechanical aptitude and skills
Honest and trustworthy
Strong organizational skills (ability to multi-task & prioritize)
A good eye for detail
Able to work co-operatively with a variety of other employees

Responsibilities

Perform light duty cleaning tasks.
Empty garbage containers and remove waste materials.
Service and clean washrooms.
Dust and polish furniture, and keep it arranged properly.
Wash and polish glass and windows.
Spot wash walls.
Vacuum carpets, draperies, and upholstered furniture.
Sweep or damp mop floors.
Sweep, wet mop, and scrub floors.
Sort, count, mark, and fold linens.
Make beds or change bedding.
Collect soiled linens and garbage.
Perform in-house laundry services (as a Blue Bird service).
Scrub, disinfect, and polish bathroom fixtures.
Replace towels, soap, and other supplies.
Report damage, theft, and articles found to the Executive Director.
Keep storage areas and carts well stocked, clean, and tidy.
Maintain inventories of supplies.
Inform Resident Service Coordinator when Guest Suite and cleaning supplies are getting low.
Identify and communicate the need for painting, repairs, furnishings, relocation of equipment, and reallocation of space.
Perform other duties and various projects as requested by the Community Manager.