Housekeeping Attendant

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Join our team as a Housekeeper, creating a clean, comfortable, and caring environment for our valued residents in a vibrant retirement community.
EVS Housekeeping Attendant
Starting at $15.45 an hour
Available Schedule (Subject to Change): Full time / Monday-Friday / 8am-430pm

Location:

Royal Oaks Retirement Community

10015 W. Royal Oak Road

Sun City, AZ 85351

Cross streets are 99th and Grand Avenue

Position Summary:

Under the direct supervision of the Environmental Services Supervisor, perform any combination of light cleaning duties in maintaining the cleanliness, sanitary conditions and appearance of our facility. Operate or tend washing machines to wash commercial, industrial, or household articles, such as cloth garments and blankets.

Brief Overview of Major Duties (please see below for full job description):

• Cleans garden and assisted living homes, apartments, rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, and other work areas so that health standards are met.
• Empties wastebaskets and transports other trash and infectious waste to designated disposal areas.
• Sweeps, scrubs, and polishes floors using brooms and mops.
• Dusts and polishes furniture and equipment.
• Keeps storage areas and carts well stocked, clean, and organized.
• Replenishes supplies such as toilet tissue, paper towels, and hand cleaners/soap.
• Sorts clothing and other articles, loads washing machines, and irons and folds dried items.
• Washes windows, walls, ceilings, and woodwork, waxing and polishing as needed.
• Observes precautions required to protect the residents' property, and reports damage, theft, and found articles to supervisor.
• Reports building or equipment repairs to the maintenance department.
• Performs many varied housekeeping tasks related to the upkeep of the facility. Attends all meetings as required and assists other departments as needed.
• May need to operate/drive a golf cart for the purpose of transporting supplies around campus as needed. This may also include transporting employees when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibility:

• None

Hiring Process:

• Pre-employment Drug Screening
• Criminal Background Check
• Adult Protective Services (APS) Registry Check
• Fingerprint Clearance Card (we can assist)
• Employment Verification
• TB Testing
• Royal Oaks is a Drug Free Workplace. Royal Oaks conducts pre-employment, random and reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with its drug-free workplace policy and has designated certain positions as safety-sensitive. Royal Oaks' general hiring policy does not discriminate against registered medical marijuana cardholders. However, in accordance with A.R.S. 23-493.06 Royal Oaks may decline to employ or to continue to employ persons in safety-sensitive positions based on the results of drug testing.
• Royal Oaks does not discriminate in hiring or employment against holders of Arizona's Medical Marijuana card, although we do prohibit marijuana use on premise. Although Arizona has legalized recreational marijuana use as well as medical use, the law creates no employment protections for applicants or employees who are recreational marijuana users. Royal Oaks will require a drug screen for all applicants who accept a job offer and may decline those applicants who are positive for marijuana without a Medical Marijuana card. Royal Oaks will continue to prohibit all employees from using, selling, possessing, or being impaired by marijuana in the workplace and while on duty.

We offer the following benefits:

• Medical/Vision/Dental for full time positions (Aetna)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• FREE Fitness Program available to all staff members
• Paid Time Off
• Volunteer Time Off, donate your time to help others without dipping into your PTO
• Covered parking
• 20% off meals
• Free Starbucks Coffee
• Scholarship Program
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Free membership to onsite Fitness Facility including Olympic size indoor pool and work-out equipment
• Annual Shoe Reimbursement
• Uniform (for many positions)
• Growth opportunities
• Many more perks

Royal Oaks Awards:

2024 Senior Care's Best Places to Work from WeCare Connect
2022 ICAA NuStep Beacon Award / Top 25 'Best in Wellness' Senior Living Communities in North America-2021 National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), GOLD AWARD - Category 55+ Design Awards / Best Service Enriched Community on the Boards Inspirata Pointe at Royal Oaks

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

Has knowledge of custodial, housekeeping, laundry operations, and floor care.

Has ability to read, understand, follow and enforce safety procedures

Is organized, able to multi-task, think creatively and adapt to different situations.

Preferably has knowledge on using iPad. Training will be provided.

Must be able to complete training on computer and/or other devices.

Maintain competency in the position and knowledge of trade/industry advances and new technologies.

Must be able to effectively communicate in English with all levels of staff, residents, and guests.

Education and Experience:

Preferably has a high school diploma or GED equivalent.

Preferably has one year of experience in custodial, housekeeping, or other related work.

Licenses and Certifications:

Has current and valid Fingerprint clearance card or can apply for one within 20 days of hire.

If the above driving duties apply, has current, valid driver's license. Driving record must meet the criteria set forth by Royal Oaks' insurance carrier.

Physical Requirements:

Is able to carry/lift/push/pull up to 25 pounds.

May need to operate a fire extinguisher.

Is able to assist in evacuation procedures.

See additional Physical/Cognitive Requirements & Work Environment information below.

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Summary:

Under the direct supervision of the Environmental Services Supervisor, perform any combination of light cleaning duties in maintaining the cleanliness, sanitary conditions and appearance of our facility. Operate or tend washing machines to wash commercial, industrial, or household articles, such as cloth garments and blankets.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Cleans garden and assisted living homes, apartments, rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, and other work areas so that health standards are met.

Empties wastebaskets and transports other trash and infectious waste to designated disposal areas.

Sweeps, scrubs, and polishes floors using brooms and mops.

Dusts and polishes furniture and equipment.

Keeps storage areas and carts well stocked, clean, and organized.

Replenishes supplies such as toilet tissue, paper towels, and hand cleaners/soap.

Sorts clothing and other articles, loads washing machines, and irons and folds dried items.

Washes windows, walls, ceilings, and woodwork, waxing and polishing as needed.

Observes precautions required to protect the residents' property, and reports damage, theft, and found articles to supervisor.

Reports building or equipment repairs to the maintenance department.

Performs many varied housekeeping tasks related to the upkeep of the facility. Attends all meetings as required and assists other departments as needed.

May need to operate/drive a golf cart for the purpose of transporting supplies around campus as needed. This may also include transporting employees when needed.

Full understanding of residents' rights, including the right to be free of restraints and free of abuse. Is responsible for promptly reporting to the Director of Health and Residential Services or President/CEO incidents or evidence of resident abuse or a violation of residents' rights.

Protects and promotes resident rights, including confidentially, privacy, dignity, and freedom from abuse.

Maintains the comfort, privacy, confidentiality and dignity of each resident in the delivery of services. Interacts with residents in a manner that displays warmth and promotes a caring environment.

Maintains confidentiality for residents to meet HIPAA guidelines.

Ensures organizational and departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines, as well as federal, state, and local regulations are met and followed.

Assists in maintaining a safe, neat, and clean environment. Reports all deficiencies to the appropriate person, such as equipment problems, need for repair or special needs of residents.

Performs all job responsibilities in accordance with prescribed safety and infection control procedures without causing harm or risk to self, others or property.

Has ability to read, understand, follow and enforce safety procedures.

Attends and participates in training activities, meetings, and seminars as required.

Exhibits qualities of a team player, interacts courteously and appropriately, maintains a positive attitude. Addresses problems and conflicts in a professional and respectful manner.

Demonstrates excellent customer service etiquette with all levels of staff residents, and guests.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibility:

None

Required Skills/Abilities:

Has knowledge of custodial, housekeeping, laundry operations, and floor care.

Has ability to read, understand, follow and enforce safety procedures

Is organized, able to multi-task, think creatively and adapt to different situations.

Preferably has knowledge on using iPad. Training will be provided.

Must be able to complete training on computer and/or other devices.

Maintain competency in the position and knowledge of trade/industry advances and new technologies.

Must be able to effectively communicate in English with all levels of staff, residents, and guests.

Education and Experience:

Preferably has a high school diploma or GED equivalent.

Preferably has one year of experience in custodial, housekeeping, or other related work.

Licenses and Certifications:

Has current and valid Fingerprint clearance card or can apply for one within 20 days of hire.

If the above driving duties apply, has current, valid driver's license. Driving record must meet the criteria set forth by Royal Oaks' insurance carrier.

Physical Requirements:

Is able to carry/lift/push/pull up to 25 pounds.

May need to operate a fire extinguisher.

Is able to assist in evacuation procedures.

See additional Physical/Cognitive Requirements & Work Environment information below.

Essential Function - This is an essential function of the position. An essential function is defined as a function that must be performed by the incumbent to achieve desire or required outcomes.

Constantly - 6 to 8 hours per day

Frequently - 3 to 6 hours per day

Occasionally - up to 3 hours per day

Rarely - less than 3 hours per day

Essential Functions:

Physical : climbing to include legs and arms, kneeling, lifting/moving, carrying/transporting, walking/traversing or moving, standing/stationary position, bending, reaching forward and above shoulder level, pulling, pushing, fine manipulation (pen, using a mouse), gross/total manipulation (firm hand grasping, twisting), twisting, stooping

Cognitive : oral and written communication, work under time constraints, concentrate amid distractions, ensure accuracy of details, remember names and details, problem solve, work rapidly, examine/observe details, analytical ability, work within minimal errors, reason (make sense of things)

Environmental : inside, outside, toxic or caustic chemicals, dirty, odors, fumes, working with others, working around others, working alone, dusty

Constant Activities:

Physical : none

Cognitive : remember names and details, work within minimal errors

Environmental : toxic or caustic chemicals, working around others, working alone

Frequent Activities:

Physical : kneeling, lifting/moving, carrying/transporting, walking/traversing or moving, bending, reaching forward and above shoulder level, pulling, pushing, twisting, stooping

Cognitive : oral and written communication, work under time constraints, concentrate amid distractions, ensure accuracy of details, work rapidly, examine/observe details, analytical ability, reason (make sense of things)

Environmental : inside, humid, hot, cold, wet, odors, fumes, working with others

Occasional Activities:

Physical : climbing to include legs and arms, standing/stationary position, fine manipulation (pen, using a mouse), gross/total manipulation (firm hand grasping, twisting)

Cognitive Skills : creativity, problem solve, make decisions

Environmental : outside, high places, dry, change of temperature, dirty, loud (equipment, surroundings), vibration, risk of electrical shock, dusty

Rarely Performed Activities:

Physical : sitting/stationary position, crawling

Cognitive Skills : direct others, math/calculations

Environmental : near moving mechanical parts

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