Housekeeping/laundry job description

SCHEDULE: Full Time - 8 AM-4:30 PM

Why work for Balfour?

• Medical, dental and vision plan coverage effective day of hire
• 401k with matching
• All meals provided during your shift
• Free RTD EcoPass
• Parking reimbursement
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan and sick time
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Referral Bonus and Employee Resident Referral Bonus Programs

As a Housekeeper Laundry, you will perform the day-to-day activities of the housekeeping department in accordance with current federal, state, OSHA, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations governing the community, and to maintain a clean, safe and comfortable environment. Clean and sanitize residents' rooms and other areas of the community. Knowledge of household and industrial laundry equipment; maintain cleanliness of laundry area in accordance with established Balfour policies and procedures.

You have a talent for interacting with residents, families and staff, you honor residents' personal and property rights and maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information. You report losses and damages of residents' laundry and property and turn in any found items. You act as a positive representative of the community at all times and demonstrate knowledge of infection control and emergency procedures and follow established guidelines when using equipment, supplies and chemicals.

About Balfour Senior Living: Founded in 1997, Balfour Senior Living has received national and international recognition for the quality of its exterior architecture and its elegant interior design marked by the use of a vibrant color palette and a diverse collection of fine art. Since the first community in 1999, Balfour has grown to include ten communities with new projects on the horizon. Balfour is striving to be the most admired senior living company in the United States.

Balfour Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

PeopleReady of San Francisco, CA is now hiring Housekeepers / Laundry Helpers!

Apply today and you could start as soon as tomorrow. No resume or interview required – yep, you read that right.

As a PeopleReady associate you'll benefit from:

* The freedom to work where you want, when you want and as often as you want.

* Next-day pay* for many of our open positions.

* The ability to choose long-term positions for steady work or short-term positions if you just want some extra cash.

* The ability to sign up for jobs right from our mobile app, JobStack!

Pay Rate:

The pay rate for this job is $19 / hour

What you'll be doing as a Housekeeper / Laundry Helper:

* Receiving and marking articles for laundry or dry-cleaning with identifying code numbers or names

* Sorting, washing, drying, and folding/hanging articles per customer/supervisor instructions

* Cleaning machine filters and requesting maintenance when appropriate

Available shifts:

Shift Timings: All Available

Job requirements:

* Previous experience in laundry, dry-cleaning, or housekeeping preferred.

* General knowledge of laundering products and able to work frequently with cleaning chemicals.

* Strong work ethic and a focus on continual improvement.

* Able to lift up to 30 pounds and frequently reach, bend, carry, and balance items.

* Background Check required and Drug Test Required

Ready to take control of the way you work?

Complete our application to join the PeopleReady team today. In case you missed it, no resumes or interviews are required!

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PeopleReady is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religious affiliation, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by law. We will get to know you and connect you with jobs that match your skills, experience and preferences. We work hard every single day to find jobs so each employee has opportunity and variety in their work.

The Lodge is looking for a full-time employee who adaptable to work as a laundry and housekeeping tech. The Lodge prides ourselves in clean and homelike atmosphere, so this employee must pay attention to detail, physically capable to walk and stand for extended period of time, punctual, team player, and enjoy working in an environment with elderly individuals.
*House Keeping Duties: *
* Sweep, damp mop, and wet mop tile floors. May occasionally be required to spray buff, strip or wax floors, following facility procedure, including the use of wet floor signs.
* Report to supervisor any carpeted areas that need cleaning or spot removal.
* Vacuum carpeted rooms as applicable.
* Dust damp clean surfaces in patient rooms (furniture, bed frames, windowsills, etc.) following facility procedure, including the use of wet floor signs.
* Empty trash cans, clean exterior, clean interior, and replace can liner with a clean one.
* Clean bathroom sinks, fixtures, and toilets, following facility procedure.
* Clean glass surfaces such as mirrors, pictures, and windows.
* Clean behind and underneath furnishings.
* Move furniture to clean behind/underneath, according to facility procedures.
* Turn bed mattresses after cleaning.
* Clean dining area after breakfast and lunch; wipe tables, sweep, mop, etc.
* Change soiled privacy curtains and draperies for the outside windows as needed.
* Remove and rehang curtains and draperies for the outside windows, using a ladder.
* Sweep outside porches, walkways, etc., pick up any trash not properly disposed.
* Follow cleaning schedules as set by supervisor.
* Follow infection control standards while performing cleaning.
* Use isolation techniques (gowns, gloves, special cleaning, etc.) as needed.
* Recognize patient rights while cleaning patient rooms. Treat patients and their belongings with dignity and respect.
* Safeguard chemicals used, keeping chemicals either locked or in sight
* Follow precautions as stated on SDS for chemicals used.
* Assist in the proper care and use of housekeeping equipment, supplies, and storage areas.
* Clean and properly store equipment used at the end of each shift, following set procedures.
* Inspect equipment prior to use to provide for safe operation.
* Report to Maintenance Department any equipment repairs needed throughout the facility.
* Maintain adequate supplies (soap, lotion, paper towels, toilet tissue, etc.) in bathrooms throughout facility.
* Prevent/remove wax/dirt buildup in corners, around baseboards, or in doorways.

*Laundry Duties*
* Folds and sorts clothes.
* Hangs clothes on racks according to name and numbers.
* Delivers patients' laundry to designated areas.
* Ensures that patients' clothes are ready to wear, and any in disrepair put in proper place.
* Understands functions of various soaps and bleaches.
* Follows precautions as stated on SDS for all chemicals used.
* Washes and dries clothes and linens.
* Keeps equipment clean and follows cleaning schedules.
* Sweeps and mops laundry area.
* Reports any needed repairs to maintenance department.
* Operates large equipment (Washer, dryers etc).
* Cleans lint traps/filters according to established schedules.
* Handling of soiled laundry items.
* Sorts and folds various laundry items (blankets, sheets, towels etc.).
* Cleans and disinfects linen carts as required.
* Empties washers and dryers as requested/necessary.
* Operates water, gas, and electric cut off switches and valves.
* Stain removal.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $10.00 - $10.50 per hour

Schedule:
* 8 hour shift

Work Location: One location