Housekeeping & Laundry Aide (Per diem)

We are currently seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Housekeeping & Laundry Aide to join our team at our Machias home on a per diem (as-needed) basis. This is a great opportunity for someone looking for flexible scheduling while making a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents.

Position Summary

The Housekeeping & Laundry Aide is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for residents, staff, and visitors. This role supports both housekeeping and laundry operations to ensure high standards of cleanliness and infection control.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize resident rooms, common areas, and bathrooms
• Perform routine housekeeping duties such as dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and trash removal
• Wash, dry, fold, and distribute resident laundry and linens
• Follow infection control and safety procedures
• Maintain equipment and report any maintenance concerns
• Work collaboratively with team members to meet daily operational needs

What We Offer

• Flexible per diem scheduling
• Supportive team environment
• Tapcheck – get early access to your earned wages when you need it

Qualifications

• Previous housekeeping or laundry experience is a plus, but not required
• Ability to effectively understand and communicate verbally and in writing, in English, is required.
• Basic computer skills

Maine Veterans’ Homes provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.