Environmental Services Technician

Fairway Landings Senior Living

Anita, IA 50020, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Full Time

Job Description

Job DescriptionFairway Landings Senior Living

Environmental Services / Housekeeping Team Member

Location: Anita, Iowa
Pay Range: $15.00–$20.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
Department: Environmental Services
Reports To: Environmental Services Director / Facility Administrator

Join a Team That Cares

At Fairway Landings Senior Living, we believe that exceptional resident care begins with exceptional people. We are building a dependable, hardworking, and compassionate team committed to providing our residents with a clean, safe, comfortable, and welcoming place to call home.

We are looking for individuals who take pride in their work, show up when scheduled, support their coworkers, and genuinely care about making a difference.

Our residents deserve the very best, and we believe our employees do, too. We value teamwork, accountability, respect, and a positive work environment where everyone contributes to the success of our facility.

If you are reliable, motivated, detail-oriented, and enjoy helping others, we encourage you to join the Fairway Landings team.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking dependable Environmental Services / Housekeeping Team Members who understand that maintaining a clean and sanitary environment is an essential part of delivering quality resident care.

The ideal candidate is someone who:

Is reliable and dependable: Arrives on time, maintains consistent attendance, and follows through on assigned responsibilities.
Takes pride in their work: Pays attention to detail and maintains high standards of cleanliness and organization.
Values teamwork: Supports coworkers, communicates effectively, and contributes to a respectful and positive workplace.
Puts residents first: Treats every resident with kindness, dignity, patience, and respect.
Demonstrates accountability: Takes ownership of responsibilities, follows established procedures, and communicates concerns promptly.
Maintains a positive attitude: Approaches daily responsibilities with professionalism, flexibility, and a willingness to help.

Experience is appreciated, but a strong work ethic, dependability, and a genuine commitment to resident care are equally important.

Preferred Qualifications

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to perform essential job responsibilities and communicate safety information.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations as needed.
Previous housekeeping, environmental services, healthcare, or long-term care experience preferred.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and established cleaning procedures.
Commitment to maintaining a safe, sanitary, and resident-centered environment.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

The Environmental Services / Housekeeping Team Member is responsible for maintaining cleanliness, sanitation, and overall appearance throughout Fairway Landings Senior Living.

Responsibilities include:

Perform daily cleaning and sanitation of resident rooms, bathrooms, hallways, common areas, offices, and other assigned spaces.
Follow established daily, weekly, and deep-cleaning schedules to ensure consistent standards throughout the facility.
Clean, dust, sweep, mop, vacuum, and disinfect floors, furnishings, fixtures, and equipment.
Operate housekeeping equipment, including vacuums, floor scrubbers, buffers, and carpet-cleaning equipment, as trained and authorized.
Collect, transport, and properly dispose of trash and waste materials in accordance with facility procedures.
Perform terminal cleaning of resident rooms following discharges, transfers, or room changes, including preparation for new admissions.
Follow appropriate isolation precautions and infection prevention protocols.
Clean and disinfect bathrooms, including sinks, toilets, showers, mirrors, fixtures, walls, and floors.
Assist with linen distribution, stocking supplies, and maintaining appropriate inventory levels as assigned.
Maintain housekeeping carts, equipment, storage areas, and supply rooms in a clean, safe, and organized condition.
Identify and promptly report maintenance concerns, damaged equipment, safety hazards, or unsanitary conditions.
Use cleaning chemicals, equipment, and personal protective equipment (PPE) safely and according to manufacturer instructions and facility policies.
Complete required cleaning logs, checklists, and documentation accurately and on time.
Respect residents' privacy, personal belongings, schedules, and individual preferences while performing assigned duties.
Assist other departments and team members when appropriate to support resident needs and facility operations.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the Environmental Services Director or Facility Administrator.

Resident Care, Teamwork, and Professional Expectations

At Fairway Landings Senior Living, every employee contributes to the resident experience, regardless of department or position.

All Environmental Services team members are expected to:

Treat residents, families, visitors, and coworkers with dignity, courtesy, and respect.
Maintain consistent attendance and communicate scheduling concerns promptly.
Complete assigned responsibilities thoroughly and within established timeframes.
Work cooperatively with nursing, dietary, maintenance, activities, and other departments.
Respond professionally to resident requests and communicate concerns to appropriate staff.
Protect resident privacy and maintain confidentiality of protected health information.
Recognize and report suspected abuse, neglect, exploitation, mistreatment, or misappropriation of resident property in accordance with facility policy and applicable reporting requirements.
Follow all infection prevention, safety, sanitation, and emergency preparedness procedures.
Promptly report workplace injuries, occupational exposures, hazardous conditions, and equipment concerns.
Participate in required staff meetings, education, competency evaluations, and emergency drills.
Comply with applicable federal and Iowa regulations, facility policies, and established standards of professional conduct.

Dependability, teamwork, and accountability are essential expectations of every member of the Fairway Landings team.

Essential Physical and Professional Requirements

With or without reasonable accommodation, employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, which may include:

Walking and standing for extended periods during assigned shifts.
Bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and performing repetitive cleaning movements.
Moving housekeeping carts, supplies, equipment, and furniture as necessary.
Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling items consistent with the physical demands of the position.
Safely operating cleaning equipment and handling approved cleaning chemicals.
Working in environments where exposure to infectious materials, cleaning agents, dust, odors, or other occupational hazards may occur.
Following appropriate infection control practices and using required PPE.
Communicating effectively with residents, coworkers, supervisors, and visitors.
Maintaining composure, professionalism, and sound judgment in challenging situations.
Working independently while remaining an active and supportive member of the facility team.
Participating in assigned emergency preparedness and resident evacuation responsibilities.
Working scheduled weekends, holidays, or additional hours when operationally necessary.

Compensation and Opportunity

Hourly Pay: $15.00–$20.00

Compensation is based on relevant experience, qualifications, demonstrated skills, and assigned responsibilities.

Fairway Landings Senior Living is committed to developing a strong team and maintaining a workplace where employees are respected, supported, and recognized for their contributions.

We are looking for individuals who want more than just a job—people who want to be part of a team that takes pride in providing excellent care and creating a positive environment for our residents.

Compliance and Performance Expectations

Employees are expected to comply with all applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and facility policies, including those governing resident rights, infection prevention, workplace safety, confidentiality, and professional conduct.

Employee performance will be evaluated based on job knowledge, quality of work, attendance, dependability, teamwork, communication, resident interactions, compliance, and fulfillment of assigned responsibilities.

This job description outlines the general duties and responsibilities associated with the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list. Duties may be modified or additional related responsibilities assigned based on operational needs, regulatory requirements, and facility priorities.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Fairway Landings Senior Living is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended, and the Iowa Civil Rights Act.

Reasonable accommodations will be considered for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on facility operations. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, job assignments, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Individuals requesting reasonable accommodation should contact the Facility Administrator or Human Resources Department. Requests will be evaluated individually through an interactive process, and related medical information will be maintained confidentially as required by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Fairway Landings Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal or Iowa law.

Come Be Part of Something Great!

At Fairway Landings Senior Living, great care starts with a great team. We are looking for dependable people who take pride in what they do, care about the residents they serve, and want to work alongside others who share those same values.

If you believe in showing up, working hard, supporting your team, and making a positive difference every day, we would love to meet you.

Apply today and become part of the Fairway Landings family!