Housekeeper, Maintenance​/Cleaning

Job Details

Job Location:

Smith Mountain Lake - Hardy, VA 24101

Salary Range: $13.00 - $15.00 hourly

Job Category:
Entry Level

• Performs cleaning and janitorial duties such as vacuuming, dusting, mopping, cleaning windows, and disinfecting – both deep and light cleaning.
• Maintains resident rights, dignity, and privacy at all times; may clean or adjust residents’ personal items as needed but must not remove them from resident rooms without authorization.
• Cleans dining rooms and food service areas after meals in accordance with infection control and sanitation standards.
• Assists in identifying and reporting safety hazards and environmental risks; reports needs for major and minor repairs to Housekeeping Supervisor/Lead.
• Understands and clearly communicates with residents, families, and co‑workers in an effective manner.
• Ensures the safe handling, storage, and supervision of chemicals and hazardous materials, keeping housekeeping carts secured when not under direct supervision.
• Ensures all cleaning chemicals are properly labeled and stored in accordance with safety guidelines.
• Follows infection prevention and control practices, including proper cleaning, disinfecting, and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Maintains a neat and clean appearance; closed‑toe shoes are required.
• Must be able to perform duties in accordance with the guidelines mandated by Social Services as the licensing agent of this facility.
• Be of acceptable physical and mental health to carry out assigned duties.
• Employee must possess mature judgment skills and be able to respond to emergency situations.
• Performs laundry and linens tasks: wash, dry, hang, and put away in proper places.
• Keeps housekeeping closet(s) neat and orderly.
• Assists in controlling sanitation.
• Able to work under time constraints while maintaining attention to safety and quality.
• Performs daily tasks as set forth by the Housekeeping Supervisor/Lead, Administrator and/or designee.
• Works collaboratively with all staff to support resident care and facility operations.
• Attendance is required during inclement weather.
• Follows infection control policies & procedures.
• Follows all policies & procedures of Runk and Pratt.
• Maintains appropriate & respectful conduct within the workplace.
• Provides support in any area that may arise that is above and beyond the normal expectations for this position.

• Graduation from high school or GED.
• Complete annual in‑service training as required.
• State Police background check that is free from barrier offenses.
• Current Tuberculosis screening on or within 7 days prior to the first day of employment and free from Tuberculosis.
• At least every other weekend & holiday hours required.
• The ability to meet physical requirements for the position.
• The ability to pass a drug test.