Housekeeper

Christenson Group of Companies•Edmonton, AB

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Christenson Communities is seeking a Permanent Part Time Housekeeper for Devonshire Village in Edmonton, AB. This role focuses on maintaining a clean and welcoming environment for residents through various cleaning duties and light maintenance tasks. The position requires a minimum of 1 year of experience in housekeeping, geriatrics, or commercial cleaning, along with knowledge of cleaning chemicals and equipment. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and communication skills, a customer service focus, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Availability to work evenings and weekends is essential, along with the physical capability to perform demanding tasks. A Grade 10 education or higher is required, along with a clear Criminal Records check and bondability.

Requirements

Demonstrated knowledge of cleaning duties, including minimum 1 year experience in: Geriatrics, Housekeeping, residential or commercial cleaning, Multi-purpose cleaners, including which cleaning chemicals can be mixed safely
Proficiency in the following: Operation of various cleaning equipment, Familiarity with seniors housing and industry terminology, 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 for all new site-based employees

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

Light Duty Cleaning
Empty garbage containers, remove waste materials from buildings
Service and clean washrooms
Dust and polish furniture, and keep it arranged properly
Wash and polish glass and windows
Spot wash walls
Vacuum carpets
Vacuum 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
Vacuum, sweep & mop all floors
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 as Guest Suite and cleaning supplies are getting low, so an order can be placed.
Identify and communicate need for painting, repairs, furnishings, relocation of equipment and reallocation of space
Other duties and various projects, as requested by the Community Manager