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Housekeeper

WindRiver Management Corporation
Columbia, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/6/2026
Pines Senior Living

Job Description

Job Title: Housekeeper

FLSA Status: Non-exempt Department: Housekeeping

CORE VALUES

Natural; inherent to our organization

  • Proactive and Gritty – We have perseverance and passion to accomplish long-term goals. Although intense when needed, our real strength comes from our stamina.
  • Flexibility – We are here to serve with custom-tailored solutions. We are proud to represent a diverse group of clients.
  • Radically Candid – Saying what we think with caring intentions helps identify and solve issues quickly. Debate, decide, commit, and execute with excellence.


Summary

The Housekeeper is responsible for cleaning all of the resident apartments, public areas and work areas within the guidelines, policies and procedures of the property, and as may be directed by the Executive Director, Maintenance Director or Housekeeping Supervisor.

Reports to: Housekeeping Supervisor or Maintenance Director or Executive Director.

Essential Functions, Duties And Responsibilities

The essential duties and responsibilities described below are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the basic functions of the position. While every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of the position, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is an essential function of the position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

  • Clean all resident apartments, common areas and offices of the property to assure that the building is clean at all times, including furnishings, fixtures, ledges, room heating/cooling units, bathroom fixtures (bathtubs, toilets, showers, sinks) windows/mirrors, blinds, shutters, etc. in resident apartments; bathroom areas, entrance/exit ways in recreational areas; floors to include sweeping, dusting, damp/wet mopping, stripping, waxing, buffing, disinfecting, etc. (NOTE: Ensure that the appropriate caution/safety signs are properly set up prior to performing such duties); carpets, to include vacuuming, shampooing, deodorizing, and disinfecting; walls and ceilings by washing, wiping, dusting, spot cleaning, disinfecting, deodorizing, etc.; remove dirt, dust, grease, film, etc., from surfaces using proper cleaning and disinfecting solutions; hallways, stairways and elevators; and discard waste/ trash into proper containers and reline trash receptacle with plastic liner.
  • Ensure that work/cleaning schedules are followed as closely as practical.
  • Report all hazardous conditions or equipment to the Maintenance Director or Housekeeping Supervisor or Executive Director.
  • Removes trash and paper from all areas inside of facility.
  • Ensure that assigned work areas are maintained in a clean, safe, comfortable and attractive manner and keep work/assignment area free of hazardous objects such as protruding mop/broom handles, unnecessary equipment, supplies, etc.
  • Use appropriate protective equipment and supplies when handling infectious material and/or hazardous waste and/or chemicals.


7 Follow proper techniques when mixing chemicals, disinfectants, and solutions used for cleaning. Refer to manufacturer’s instructions when necessary.

  • Follow established policies governing the use of labels and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
  • Report missing or inappropriately labeled containers of hazardous chemicals to the Maintenance Director or Housekeeping Supervisor or Executive Director.
  • Ensure that established infection control and universal precautions practices are maintained when performing housekeeping procedures and follow established policies governing the use/disposal of personal protective equipment and disposal of infectious wastes.
  • Upon transfer or discharge of resident, cleans bed and all resident furniture, following prescribed technique.
  • Clean and stock cart before placing cart in locked storage room. Ensure all chemicals are inaccessible to residents. Housekeeping cart must be locked when unattended.
  • Take mops and cleaning cloths to laundry at the end of shift.
  • Disinfect main bathtub daily.
  • Attends scheduled in-services.
  • Demonstrate flexibility in work schedule as evidenced by working some Holidays and additional shifts when necessary.
  • Provide support to community’s marketing efforts through positive/friendly interaction during all property tours and telephone contact with the public, and as directed by a supervisor.
  • Communicate any observed or suspected resident change of condition to a supervisor immediately.
  • Display tact and friendliness when dealing with residents, families and visitors.
  • Maintain a safe and secure environment for all staff, residents and guests, following established safety standards.
  • Encourage teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers and other departments.
  • Support a positive and professional image through actions and dress.
  • Performs other duties consistent with the position as assigned by the Maintenance Director and/or Housekeeping Supervisor and/or Executive Director


Minimum Qualifications

Education: - Not applicable

Experience: - Prior housekeeping experience preferred.

Mathematical Skills: - Not applicable

Reasoning Skills: - Ability to follow written and oral directions.

Oral/Written Communication Skills: - Ability to follow oral and written directions.

Equipment Used: - Ability to use standard cleaning equipment, consistent with the position.

Physical Effort: - Must be mobile. Other physical requirements as specified by department/function. Good physical health verified by a health screening, including a chest x-ray or an intradermal test not more than 6 months prior or seven (7) days after employment.

Personal Characteristics: - Displays sincere compassion towards older adults. Demonstrates genuine concern for the physical and emotional needs of older people and their families.

Working Conditions: - Well-lighted, air-conditioned health care environment; dust; air contaminants.

JOB RELATIONSHIPS

Supervises:

Not applicable

Supervised by:

Housekeeping Supervisor, Maintenance Director or Executive Director

Physical And Mental Requirements

N/A = Not required in this position

O = Occasional: Performed or encountered 1% to 33% of work time F = Frequent: Performed or encountered 34% to 66% of work time C = Constant: Performed or encountered 67% to 100% of work time

N/A

O

F

C

Supervision/ Managing

Supervising

X

Managing

X

Work Setting

Sitting for long periods

X

Operating standard office machines

X

Operating computer

X

Moving freely about property

X

Answering/using telephones

X

N/A = Not required in this position

O = Occasional: Performed or encountered 1% to 33% of work time F = Frequent: Performed or encountered 34% to 66% of work time C = Constant: Performed or encountered 67% to 100% of work time

N/A

O

F

C

Resident Care

Pushing wheelchair

X

Turning residents

X

Helping residents walk

X

Lifting residents

X

Helping residents sit up

X

Mobility

Walking

X

Standing

X

Bending

X

Climbing

X

Crawling

X

Visual Requirements

Overall vision

X

Color perceptions

X

Depth perceptions

X

Reading/close up work

X

Field of vision/peripheral

X

Dexterity

Handling

X

Reaching

X

Grasping

X

Fingering

X

Feeling

X

Hearing/Talking

Hearing normal speech

X

Hearing on the telephone

X

Hearing faint sounds

X

Talking in person

X

Talking on the telephone

X

Calculating/Interpreting

Calculating

X

Comparing

X

Editing

X

Evaluating

X

Interpreting

X

Organizing/Planning

Organizing

X

Consulting

X

Analyzing

X

Planning

X

Designing

X

N/A = Not required in this position

O = Occasional: Performed or encountered 1% to 33% of work time F = Frequent: Performed or encountered 34% to 66% of work time C = Constant: Performed or encountered 67% to 100% of work time

N/A

O

F

C

Documenting/Implementing

Documenting

X

Specifying

X

Coordinating

X

Implementing

X

Presenting

X

Emotional/Psychological Factors - Exposure To

Stressful situations

X

Trauma, grief, death

X

Public contact

X

Decision making

X

Concentration

X

Environmental Conditions

Noise

X

Dirt, dust, smoke, fumes

X

Cold, heat (indoors)

X

Cold, heat (outdoors)

X

Blood-Borne pathogens

X

Additional Requirements To The Position (List)

Compliance with the Property’s Exposure Control Plan

X

Compliance with the Property’s Blood Borne Pathogens Standard

X

Compliance with the Property and Department’s safety and emergency procedures.

X

Responsible for resolving, reporting, and anticipating potentially hazardous conditions.

X

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