Housekeeper, Healthcare

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This range is provided by Virginia Department of Veterans Services. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

$30,000.00/yr - $35,000.00/yr

• Title: Housekeeper
• State Role
  
  Title:
  
  Housekeeping & or Apparel Worker I
• Hiring Range: $30,000 - $35,000
• Pay Band: 1
• Agency: Dept of Veterans Services
• Location: Puller Veterans Center
• Agency Website: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..gov
• Recruitment Type: General Public - G
• Probationary period will start over effective hire date for all state employees**

• Maintain clean, safe, and sanitary floor surfaces throughout the facility, ensuring a healthy and comfortable environment for veterans, staff, and visitors.
• Support infection prevention and enhance the overall appearance and safety of the facility.
• Clean and service resident rooms, baths, and all areas of the facility.
• Dust furniture and equipment, clean windowsills, empty trash, and arrange furniture as needed.
• Perform floor, carpet, and upholstery care.
• Knowledge of cleaning and sanitation methods, materials, and equipment used in healthcare or long‑term care facilities.
• Understanding of floor maintenance procedures, including stripping, waxing, buffing, and carpet care.
• Knowledge of proper chemical use, dilution, labeling, and storage in compliance with OSHA and infection control standards.
• Familiarity with infection prevention and control practices in a healthcare setting.
• Basic knowledge of safety and hazard communication standards (e.g., SDS, PPE usage).
• Skill in operating and maintaining floor care and housekeeping equipment (e.g., buffers, auto scrubbers, extractors, vacuums).
• Strong attention to detail to ensure cleanliness and safety standards are consistently met.
• Time management and organizational skills to complete tasks efficiently and according to schedule.
• Interpersonal and communication skills to interact respectfully with residents, families, and staff.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, cleaning schedules, and safety protocols accurately.
• Physical ability to perform tasks such as lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and standing for extended periods.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate respect and compassion for residents, especially veterans.
• Identify and report maintenance or safety issues promptly.
• Adapt to changing priorities and perform additional duties as needed in a healthcare environment.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience using cleaning chemicals.
• Experience in a healthcare, nursing home, or long‑term care facility environment a plus.
• Experience performing floor maintenance (stripping, waxing, sealing, buffing, carpet cleaning) in a healthcare or high‑traffic facility.
• Familiarity with infection control and sanitation standards, especially in patient or resident care areas.
• Prior experience complying with OSHA, HIPAA, and facility safety regulations.

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You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

The Commonwealth does not provide sponsorship; therefore, applicants must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work.

Excluding current DVS employees, the selected candidate must pass a criminal background check.

For consideration for this position, candidates MUST apply online s.virginia.gov. Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job‑related knowledge, skills, and abilities. Resumes are encouraged but do not substitute for submission of the online application. Applications submitted via postal mail, email, or fax will not be considered. Please contact Human Resources if you need assistance.

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