Housekeeper / Laundry Aide
Front Porch Communities & Services
Palo Alto, CAFresher2h agovia LinkedIn
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads, no experience needed · Diploma
- Must know
- Customer serviceWindows
- Work
- On-site in Palo Alto
- Pay
- $23–$24 an hour
- Skill demand
- Customer service16%Windows12%of 99 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Oct 31, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
Under the direction of the Housekeeping Supervisor, the Housekeeper / Laundry Aide performs housekeeping and cleaning duties within established guidelines in assigned areas. Responsible for the neat and clean appearance of resident's rooms and common areas.
Key Responsibilities
- Provides quality customer service efficiently to residents, families, co-workers and vendors.
- Dusts furniture; washes walls, ceilings and woodwork, windows, door panels and sills.
- Vacuums rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, draperies and hallways.
- May sweep, scrub and wax floors.
- Empties wastebaskets and cleans ashtrays.
- Transports trash and waste to disposal area.
- Cleans lobbies, lounges, restrooms, elevators, elevator landings, stairways and hallways as scheduled.
- Reports when equipment, structures, or furniture needs repair.
- Assists with laundry and linens as assigned.
- Performs final cleanings for new residents.
- Stocks and maintains supply rooms.
- Performs all stages of linen processing: collecting, transporting, sorting, weighing, loading and unloading (washers, dryers, and chutes), ironing, folding, storing, and delivering.
- Maintains cleanliness of laundry machinery and laundry area.
- Performs emergency housekeeping when accidents or special needs arise.
- Follows department safety standards, practices body mechanic techniques, and participates in campus-wide safety programs.
- Follows highest standards of cleanliness and all federal, state, and corporate policies, health codes, and guidelines.
- Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner.
- Wears PPE/safety equipment as required.
- Reports any safety hazards and/or accidents to supervisor.
- Attends all mandatory in-service meetings.
- Complies with all department and facilities policies and procedures.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- High School diploma or GED
- 3 Months prior work experience
- Follows safe work habits to prevent injuries.
Benefits
- Competitive pay ($23.00 - $24.00)
- Full Time with Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans
- Paid time off (PTO) and Anniversary Recognition Day
- 403(b) retirement savings plan with company matching
- Flexible spending accounts and health savings account
- Employee Assistance Program: Heart Fund
- Leadership and skills development opportunities