Job Description

This position provides a wide variety of cleaning services and other related duties required to keep the facilities in a clean and orderly condition. This position at our Pioneer Home - Fairbanks contract is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between NMS and Laborers' Local 942 and membership in the union, including deduction of dues, is a required term of employment. The Housekeeper provides a wide variety of cleaning services and other related duties required to keep the facilities in a clean and orderly condition.

Responsibilities

• Clean, sweep, mop, vacuum, sanitize and/or restock hallways, stairways, resident rooms and offices, food preparation or break areas, offsite areas, restrooms, public areas or other work areas as assigned.
• Dust both low and high areas, and wipe down or cleans various surfaces.
• Remove and transport trash to appropriate disposal areas.
• Use appropriate equipment and cleaning solutions for all tasks.
• Maintain a clean and orderly cart and storage areas.
• May assist in laundry and/or linen removal.
• May be cross trained in janitorial and laundry duties and required to work those positions
• Replenish guest supplies and amenities as required.
• May scrub, strip, extract, wax and buff all types of floors using appropriate equipment.
• May change light bulbs and perform light facility maintenance.
• Has ability to recognize and use proper PPE for the job task.
• Adhere to all safety policies, requirements and training.
• Report any material discrepancies, damage and/or theft to the manager or maintenance department.
• Other duties that are pertinent to the department or unit’s success also may be assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least 6 months experience that demonstrates a working knowledge of cleaning equipment and general cleaning processes.
• The ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, callouts, etc.
• Must be fluent in speaking, reading, and writing English.
• This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between NMS and Laborers’ Local 942 and membership in the union, including deduction of union dues, is a required term of employment.

 Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Weather: Indoor/Outdoor (Occasional exposure to moderate weather conditions)

Noise level: Moderate

Office conditions: Pace of work environment: Medium

Customer Interaction: High 

Description of environment:   This is located in an assisted living setting

Physical requirements:  Employee is required to lift and/or move up to 35 lbs. Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands/fingers to handle or feel, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk/hear, see, taste/smell, and carry weight/lift.

Travel: None As part of the onboarding process for this contract you will be required to provide proof that you are free of pulmonary tuberculosis (TB).  Competencies

NMS Core Values

Safety guides our behavior.

Honesty and integrity govern our activities.

Commitments made will be fulfilled.

All individuals are treated with dignity and respect.

The environment will be protected and sustained.