Housekeeping/Maintenance Aide

Zumbrota Health Services•Zumbrota, MN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and attractive environment for residents and visitors. The position involves a combination of housekeeping, floor care, and light maintenance duties, as well as supporting residents and the team. The ideal candidate will have attention to detail, the ability to work independently, and a commitment to following safety and infection control procedures.

Requirements

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.

Nice To Haves

Previous housekeeping, environmental services, custodial, maintenance, or senior-living experience preferred.

Responsibilities

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.
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.
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.
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.