Housekeeper

Town of Nantucket Our Island Home Housekeeper

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

The Town's nursing facility, Our Island Home, seeks a Housekeeper. The Housekeeper creates and maintains a clean, sanitary facility to promote the utmost infection control applicable for residents, visitors and staff. Knowledge of facility cleaning devises such as vacuums, brooms, dry and wet mops etc. and related chemicals. Knowledge of department operations as well as cleaning rules and policies.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma or equivalent; one (1) year prior work experience or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Full Time; Benefits; SEIU Union position

Starting Hourly Rate:

$24.47 (new hires) - $30.96 (employees with 18 years of service with the Town of Nantucket)

Application Deadline:

Wednesday, May 27th, 2026, at 4 pm The Town of Nantucket offers a retirement pension through Barnstable County Retirement, 90% employer-sponsored health insurance plan options, and a diverse selection of supplemental insurance policies. The Housekeeper creates and maintains a clean, sanitary facility to promote the utmost infection control applicable for residents, visitors and staff.

Supervision Required :

Under direct supervision of the Facilities Maintenance Manager, clear, detailed, and specific instructions govern the work or are explained with each assignment. Questionable situations are referred to the supervisor. The supervisor reviews the work in progress or upon completion as necessary.

Supervisory Responsibility :

The employee is not responsible for the regular supervision of any employees.

Confidentiality :

Has access to some confidential information obtained during the performance of regular position responsibilities in accordance with the state public records law and HIPAA.

Accountability :

Consequences of errors, or poor judgment may include adverse public relations and personal injury.

Judgment :

Well-defined or detailed rules, instructions, and procedures cover all aspects of work. Judgment involves choosing the appropriate practices, procedures, regulations or guidelines to apply in each case.

Complexity :

The work consists of simple, routine or repetitive tasks and/or operations with few variations in established procedures.

Work Environment :

The work environment involves everyday discomforts typical of a cleaning a nursing home having to work with cleaning equipment, chemicals and in confined spaces. Occasional exposure to adverse working conditions such as biohazards requiring PPE or universal precautions. Often required to work beyond normal business hours.

Nature and Purpose of Public Contact :

The majority of interaction is with co-workers and Town employees that requires courtesy and tact in order to maintain effective working relationships. Contact with the public takes place on an occasional basis. The employee has contact with vendors or contractors and the public that use the buildings and occasionally with the public.

Occupational Risk :

The employee is exposed to personal injury when performing duties in a where the employee is exposed to moving equipment, cleaning chemicals, biohazards, and dirt, dust and grease etc. Personal injury could occur, however, through employee failure to properly follow safety precautions or procedures. Examples of injury include minor bruises from falls, minor cuts or burns, exposure to biohazards, or minor muscular strains from lifting or carrying heavy cleaning equipment or materials. Essential duties/ responsibilities/ functions Required to clean areas of the nursing home facility in accordance with department operating requirements to promote the highest level of infection control possible; all cleaning tasks are performed with full consideration of resident's needs, safety, and dignity. Upon leaving a resident's room, office, common area, special assignment area (beauty parlor, utility rooms, conference room, nourishment kitchen, etc.) etc., employee is required to discard dust cloths, look over room to ensure proper and correct cleanliness and that all housekeeping items used are returned to the cart or appropriate area of the facility. During meals, no cleaning in the area is to occur. At the start of each work shift, the employee is required to stock cleaning cart with enough cleaning materials and equipment needed for one (1) shift. Ensures janitor closets are closed and locked at all times. Ensures all chemical are properly stored (nothing on floor or close to ceiling and in appropriate containers), labeled and used in accordance with manufacturer SDS'. Always uses appropriate PPE as needed and in accordance with the department's infection control policies including, but not limited to proper hand washing techniques, changing of mops, water used for cleaning, dust cloths, and proper mopping procedures followed. Follows facility safe work practices and safety procedures (ex. wet floor signs) and may be required to attend Safety Committee meetings. Reports to supervisor if any repairs are needed and place in the Maintenance Log Book located at the Nursing Station. Checks all rooms including bath rooms and special areas. Performs a wide range of cleaning tasks such as wet mopping (with appropriate cleaning chemical) and dry mops all floors; damp dust all furniture, vacuums all carpets; checks rooms for sanitary conditions, empties all waste baskets, check draperies and cubicle curtains for proper hanging and notifies maintenance if in need of cleaning; quick wipe/sanitize any medical equipment present in a room; sanitize all bathroom fixtures, checks closet doors and drawer pulls, wipes visibly soiled walls, doors, door knobs, all glass and mirrors, and fixtures. (Utilize OIH Environmental Services Daily Cleaning worksheet). Required to meet facility hygiene and dress code standards of appearance. Maintains appropriate attendance records; arrives on time for work and is ready to perform assigned tasks. Follows facility conduct standards and policies and procedures performing all work alcohol and drug free. Meets requirements for all in-service education requirements and attendance per facility policy as well as state and federal requirements. Assists other departments in the facility as required. Performs other duties as assigned in accordance with job functions. Required minimum qualifications

Education and Experience :

High School diploma or equivalent; one (1) year prior work experience or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Special Requirements :

Pass all required background checks.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skill Knowledge:

Knowledge of facility cleaning devises such as vacuums, brooms, dry and wet mops etc and related chemicals. Knowledge of department operations as well as cleaning rules and policies (specifically pertaining to infection control).

Abilities:

Ability to deal with the public in a patient and understanding manner on a daily basis; ability to multi-task; ability to be sensitive to the needs of clients. Ability to manage multiple tasks in a detailed, timely and safe manner with frequent interruptions. Ability to take initiative to carry out job duties. An interest in working with the elderly. Works with others in a helpful, respectful, and courteous manner; must be able to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers, supervisors and residents/family members. Able to work in an interdisciplinary team environment.

Skill:

Proficient oral communication skills; good organizational skills. Proficient customer service skills. Effective mechanical skills required to effectively operate cleaning equipment. Physical and Mental Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the position's essential functions.

Physical Demands :

Must have physical dexterity to bend and reach to complete basic housekeeping tasks and to push, pull or lift department equipment as well as to stand, sit and/or walk for extended periods of the work day. Work requires the exercise of physical strength and effort daily to lift, push, pull, carry, or stacking objects such as chairs, tables, and cleaning equipment. Must be able to lift at minimum 30lbs.

Motor Skills :

Duties may involve assignments requiring application of hand and eye coordination with finger dexterity and motor coordination. Examples include operating cleaning equipment.

Visual Demands :

Position requires the employee to routinely read instruction documents and equipment instrumentation for understanding and analytical purposes.