Housekeeping
The Housekeeper is responsible for maintaining exceptionally clean and safe accommodations for guests by following regular cleaning and maintenance schedules. Key tasks include sanitizing surfaces, managing linens, and addressing guest needs professionally.
- On-site
- Yellowknife, NT
- Posted Jul 6, 2026
- 1 position
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Job summary
Who We Are The Det'on Cho Group of Companies is an investment company with 31 diverse companies, including 9 wholly owned subsidiaries and 22 joint venture partners serving our customers in the Northwest Territories and beyond. We promote a positive and supportive workplace focused on growth, teamwork and the care for our employees and are seeking a full-time Housekeeper for the Keskorie Boarding Home. What You Will Do Under the supervision and direction of the Housekeeper Supervisor, the Housekeeper is a key team member of the Keskorie Boarding Home who will be instrumental in providing exceptionally clean and safe accommodation for our guests. Hours of work will be 8:00am to 4:00pm for a maximum of 40 hours per week including Statutory Holidays as our service operates seven (7) days a week, twenty-four (24) hours a day year-round. A Day In The Life * Following a regular cleaning and maintenance schedules * Wipe, sanitize windows, walls, doors, fixtures * Thoroughly wash and sanitize the washrooms * Vacuuming carpets and cleaning floors using the appropriate products * Removing all used bed linens and replacing with a fresh set * Addressing guest’s service needs in a professional, positive, and timely manner. * Report and store lost and found items. What You Bring * Familiar with the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). * Proven team player with ability to work both independently as well as part of a team. * Attention to detail and ability to follow checklists. * Standard First Aid/CPR Certificate or willing to take training immediately. * WHMIS Certificate. * Self-motivated and trustworthy. * Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment. * Ability to follow company processes, policies and procedures. Job Requirements * Updated Immunization Record * Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled Priority Statement: We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and supported. We encourage applications from all individuals who meet the qualifications of the role. First preference shall be given to qualified individuals who identify as Yellowknives Dene First Nation, with those who identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit) also prioritized.
What you’ll do
The Housekeeper is responsible for maintaining exceptionally clean and safe accommodations for guests by following regular cleaning and maintenance schedules. Key tasks include sanitizing surfaces, managing linens, and addressing guest needs professionally.
Requirements
Candidates must possess WHMIS and Standard First Aid/CPR certifications, or be willing to obtain them immediately. A criminal record check with a vulnerable sector check and an updated immunization record are required.
Listed skills
- Time managementPreferred
- Customer servicePreferred
- TeamworkPreferred
- Attention to detailPreferred
Other relevant skills
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- Cleaning
- Sanitization
- Vacuuming
- Floor Care
- Laundry Management
- Customer Service
- Attention To Detail
- Time Management
- Teamwork
- Independent Work
- PPE Usage
- Safety Compliance
Job areas
- Hospitality
- Trades
- Social Services
Additional details
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Minimum experience
- 0+ years
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
