Housekeeper, Maintenance​/Cleaning

Posting number:

Department: Department Of Health

Division: Retirement Center

Job classification: ISHK
01 - HOUSEKEEPER

Posting type: Open

Categories: Environmental Services, Custodial

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Providing a comfortable and clean living environment is critical for providing quality care for the Wyoming Retirement Center residents. The person in this position must have customer service as their top priority.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457(b) plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

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Human Resource Contact: wdhaginghr

The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.

• Cleans the bathrooms and takes out the garbage.
• Cleans and sanitizes floors, walls, windows, and furniture.
• Determines appropriate chemical solutions for cleaning and disinfection.
• Uses universal precaution processes in the cleaning and disposal of biohazard waste.
• Identifies areas that need repair and notifies the proper person.
• Stocks supplies and chemicals for the unit.
• Assists in the laundry with the washing, drying, and redistributing of the residents' clothes as needed.

• Sorts and weighs laundry.
• Loads and unloads washers and dryers.
• Inspects wash at various stages of processing for cleanliness; recommends changes in washing and rinsing procedures.
• Folds clothing.
• Delivers clothing and linens as needed.
• Assists with housekeeping, including cleaning duties.

• Knowledge of cleaning methods and practices.
• Knowledge of cleansers, supplies, and equipment.
• Knowledge of basic math.
• Knowledge of state and facility policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of universal precautions.
• Knowledge of emergency procedures, cleaning methods, materials and equipment.
• Knowledge of infection control standards.

High School Diploma or equivalent

0-6 months of progressive work experience (typically in Housekeeping)

1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Housekeeping)

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, and work on concrete floors 8 hours/day.
• Ability to move in a side‑to‑side motion to sweep and mop floors.

• FLSA:
  Non-Exempt
• Position is full‑time
• For the health and protection of our residents, annual influenza vaccination is required, as well as annual testing for tuberculosis.
• A background check, including the taking of fingerprints, will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation, the Department of Family Services, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for every successful applicant.
• Employees of this facility will be expected to follow all rules and requirements established by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding COVID-19.
• The Wyoming Department of Health is an E-Verify Employer.

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The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.