Housekeeping / Laundry

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Located in Blacksburg, VA

Housekeeper

Position Summary
The Housekeeper is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, sanitary, and welcoming environment for residents, visitors, and staff within a senior living community. This position plays a vital role in supporting resident comfort, health, and quality of life by ensuring resident rooms, common areas, and facility spaces meet established cleanliness and sanitation standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize resident apartments, bathrooms, hallways, offices, dining areas, and common spaces.
• Perform routine floor care, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and polishing.
• Empty trash and recycling containers and dispose of waste according to established procedures.
• Clean and disinfect high-touch surfaces to maintain infection control standards.
• Restock housekeeping supplies and report inventory needs to supervisors.
• Change linens, make beds, and assist with laundry-related duties as assigned.
• Clean windows, mirrors, furniture, fixtures, and other surfaces to maintain a neat appearance.
• Follow daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedules.
• Observe and report maintenance issues, safety hazards, or resident concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Properly use cleaning chemicals, equipment, and personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with safety guidelines.
• Maintain resident privacy, dignity, and confidentiality while performing assigned duties.
• Provide courteous and professional service to residents, families, guests, and coworkers.
• Support special cleaning projects and community events as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous housekeeping, environmental services, hospitality, healthcare, or senior living experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to safely operate housekeeping equipment and handle cleaning chemicals.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 25–50 pounds and remain active throughout the workday.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Understanding of cleaning techniques, sanitation practices, and infection prevention procedures.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal communication skills.
• Dependable, punctual, and committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness.
• Ability to interact respectfully and compassionately with older adults and individuals from diverse backgrounds.

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