Housekeeper - Day Shift

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy Job Posting closes: Open Until Filled Agency Information: Kansas Office of Veterans Services Kansas Veterans’ Home 1220 WWII Memorial Drive Winfield, KS 67156 www.kovs.ks.gov About the Position Who can apply: Internal and External Candidates who meet the minimum requirements Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Work Schedule: 8:00 a.

m. – 4:30 p.m., Rotating Weekends Off Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes Veterans' Preference Eligible: No Search Keywords: KOVS, KVH, Nursing, Custodial, Housekeeping Multiple vacancies may be filled by this posting.

Compensation

$16.17 hourly * Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

Pay Range

is equal to the Classified Pay Range of Grade 17. Employment Benefits Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage Sick & Vacation leave Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually) Fitness Center Employee discounts with the STAR Program Retirement and deferred compensation programs Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information… Position Summary & Responsibilities Position Summary: This position serves as a team member in the Housekeeping department to ensure a clean, sanitary, and safe facility for residents and staff.

Job Responsibilities

may include but are not limited to the following: Clean and disinfect offices and public areas Clean and disinfect resident neighborhoods, as assigned Clean and disinfect restrooms Sort and distribute clean laundry/linen Ensure resident clothing is marked and inventory is accurate Sweep and mop floors; strip, wax, and polish floors; Operate scrubbing and polishing machines Operate vacuum cleaner Empty trash cans Clean drinking fountains, walls, windows, and all surfaces Maintain supplies Contact the recruiter listed below for a full position description.

Duties may vary based on location of assignment with the home.

Qualifications

Be free from conviction of a criminal offense that prevents employment with the Kansas Veterans' Home.

Preferred Qualifications

Six (6) months of professional experience in custodial work Experience stripping and waxing floors Willingness to learn various machines in the custodial department (Burnisher, Auto Scrubber, Side-by-sides, Buffers) Positive attitude and a desire to work well with others Self-motivated in the workplace Positive work history Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements: Must take and pass a drug screening within 24 hours of being offered the position.

Obtain a Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate ( Request yours here. ) Pass a criminal background screening. Recruiter Contact Information Name: Shelley Fisher Email: [email protected] Phone: 620/705-6222 Mailing Address: 1220 WWII Memorial Drive, Winfield, KS 67156 Job Application Process First Sign in or register as a New User .

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