Housekeeping 2026-01609

Housekeeping 2026-01609

Salary

$17.00 Hourly

Location

Thermopolis, WY

Job Type

Temporary Full-time

Job Number

2026-01609

Department

Department Of Health

Division

Pioneer Home

Opening Date

06/22/2026

Closing Date

7/7/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Job Classification

TP01

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description and Functions

TEMPORARY NOT TO EXCEED 90 DAYS

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Providing a comfortable, clean, and welcoming living environment is essential to delivering quality care for the residents of the Wyoming Pioneer Center. The individual in this TEMPORARY (not to exceed 90 days) position must prioritize excellent customer service, ensuring residents feel respected, supported, and at home.

Human Resource Contact: wdhaginghr@wyo.gov

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.

Duties May Include The Following For Housekeeping:

• Cleans the bathrooms and takes out the garbage.
• Cleans and sanitizes floors, walls, windows, and furniture.
• Determines appropriate chemical solutions for cleaning and disinfection.
• Changes linens on client beds.
• Uses universal precaution processes in the cleaning and disposal of bio-hazard waste.
• Identifies areas that need repair and notifies the proper person.
• Stock supplies and chemicals for the unit.
• Assists in the laundry with the washing, drying, and redistributing of the residents clothes as needed.

Duties May Include The Following For Laundry:

• Sorts and weighs laundry.
• Loads and unloads washers and dryers.
• Inspects wash at various stages of processing for cleanliness; recommends changes in washing and rinsing procedures.
• Folds clothing.
• Delivers clothing and linens as needed.
• Assists with housekeeping with cleaning duties.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference may be given to those with previous housekeeping experience.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of cleaning methods and practices.
• Knowledge of cleansers, supplies, and equipment.
• Knowledge of state and facility policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of universal precautions.
• Knowledge of and ability to operate motorized cleaning and laundry equipment.
• Ability to work at a consistent pace.
• Ability to communicate with and exhibit patience with elderly and disabled residents in cleaning their personal space.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

None - See "Preferences"

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, and work on concrete floors 8 hours/day.
• Ability to move in a side-to-side motion to sweep and mop floors.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-exempt
• This is a Temporary position/not eligible for benefits.
• A background information check, including the taking of fingerprints, will be completed through the Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation, the Wyoming Department of Family Services, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for every successful applicant.
• The State of Wyoming uses E-Verify, an internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gove/e-verify.
• The Wyoming Department of Health offers an excellent benefits package

Supplemental Information

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Non Benefit Position

01

(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
• Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
• Associates Degree
• Associates Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelors Degree
• Bachelors Degree and additional coursework
• Masters Degree
• Masters Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

02

(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
• 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
• 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
• 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
• 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
• N/A

03

(ISHK01) How many years of relevant work experience or transferable skills do you have related to the job description?

• No relevant experience, but willing to learn.
• Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
• One (1) to less than two (2) years of relevant experience.
• Two (2) or more years of relevant experience.

04

Describe your housekeeping experience.

05

(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Government Jobs @ www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce Center
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• Human Resources Division
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Current State Employee
• Other

06

(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.

07

(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employees first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.

08

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans preference disclosure.

• Yes
• No
• I am not a veteran

09

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veterans military service, and wish to claim veterans preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans preference status. By requesting veterans preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

• Current State Employee
• Veteran - DD214 Attached
• Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veterans Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

10

(AA) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. I have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer State of Wyoming

Address Human Resource Contact Information located in the

General Description Section

Statewide, Wyoming, 82002

Phone 307-777-7188

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm