Housekeeper (Housekeeping Associate - Environmental Services)

About the role

The Housekeeping Associate is responsible for keeping the Community clean and safe for residents, families, team members, and visitors. They clean common areas and may be assigned to clean resident apartments, including personal laundry, bed linens, and towels.

Responsibilities

• Cleans resident apartments as assigned.
• Cleans all common areas, including halls, landings, stairs, activity areas, lobbies, elevators, and model units.
• Cleans vacant units as assigned.
• Ensures cleanliness of public restrooms.
• Maintains housekeeping and laundry carts at all times.
• Washes and dries all community laundry using appropriate products.
• Collects, washes, dries, folds, and distributes resident laundry in a timely and organized manner.
• Washes and maintains community linens, towels, and other laundry items.
• Ensures laundry and storage areas remain clean, organized, and compliant with safety and infection control standards.
• Communicates with residents and staff regarding laundry needs and preferences.
• Assists with light housekeeping duties (e.g., vacuuming, dusting, or sanitizing common areas) as needed.
• Follows the posted work schedule and arrives on time in appropriate work attire.
• Follows all emergency procedures, including when chemicals are accidentally misused.
• Understands proper handling of biohazardous waste.
• Maintains a clean laundry room and stores chemicals according to proper procedures.
• Reports on-the-job injuries to the Plant Operations Director/Business Office Director.
• Communicates effectively with the Housekeeping Supervisor, Plant Operations Director, and other team members.
• Advises Housekeeping Supervisor and/or Plant Operations Director when supplies need reordering.
• Upholds resident dignity, privacy, and respect at all times.

Requirements

• High School diploma preferred; GED accepted.
• Previous experience in housekeeping or laundry preferred (senior living or healthcare environment a plus).
• Ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Demonstrates good judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to operate and maintain commercial laundry equipment safely.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Physically able to bend, reach, push, pull, and lift up to 40-50 pounds if necessary.
• Physically able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Compassion, patience, and a commitment to serving seniors.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
• Company-paid Life Insurance and Voluntary Disability.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Plan and paid holidays.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match.

Pay

Minimum: $16 per hour.

Schedule

Full-Time.