JOB TITLE: HOUSEKEEPING AIDE

DEPARTMENT: HOUSEKEEPING

CLASSIFICATION: HEU, HOUSEKEEPING AIDE

REPORTS TO: SUPPORT SERVICE WORKER

Job Summary

Positions at this level perform a variety of light cleaning duties such as sweeping and damp mopping floors, vacuuming carpets and dusting and polishing furniture.

Duties & Responsibilities

Cleans areas such as floors, stairways, walls, windows, and walkways by methods such as sweeping, spot washing and damp mopping. Cleans carpets and rugs by methods such as vacuuming, shampooing, brushing, and shaking. Cleans items such as furniture, woodwork, ledges, fixtures, and blinds by methods such as dusting, polishing, and wiping. Cleans and disinfects washrooms and replenishes items such as soap and towels. Strips and makes beds; cleans and tidies items such as cupboards, lockers, basins, and tables; hangs and removes items such as drapes and bed curtains. Empties and cleans waste containers and removes garbage from buildings. Locks windows and doors following facility security procedures. Reports damaged and/or inoperable fixtures and furniture. Maintains related equipment by cleaning, lubricating, and replacing items such as filter bags and belts. Sorts and folds linens and resident garments. Delivers linens and garments. Loads and unloads commercial washer and dryer. Uses laundry truck and bins. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Training, & Experience

Grade 10 or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Skills & Abilities

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to deal with others effectively. Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position. Ability to organize work. Ability to operate related equipment.