Housekeeping Aide (Evening Shift)

Kaiser Permanente; Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in the United States is seeking a dedicated housekeeping team member to support patient areas across hospitals, clinics and facilities. You will follow routine cleaning procedures and infection control guidelines to maintain a safe environment.

The role requires physical stamina, ability to lift up to 35 pounds, and the capacity to stand and walk for long shifts. Training is provided, with emphasis on sanitation, waste handling and orderly room setup.

Qualifications

• Experience in environmental hygiene; hospital setting preferred.
• Must understand oral and written communication in English.
• Able to lift 35 pounds frequently and push carts weighing up to 350 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Clean assigned areas with cleaning solutions and disinfectants to prevent spread of disease.
• Sanitize and polish sinks, mirrors, tubs and replace dispensable items as needed.
• Strip, wash and make beds; collect soiled linen and transport to storage.
• Empty waste baskets and trash; move furniture and equipment as required.
• Clean carpets, vents, fixtures and corners; report any maintenance needs.
• Follow infection control protocols and universal precautions; identify safety issues and report them.
• At end of shift, return unused supplies, leave areas tidy and clean carts.

Skills

Housekeeping experience

Job description

Job Summary:

Under direct supervision, perform a variety of designated housekeeping duties in the various hospitals, clinics and houses, following routine or established procedures.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Clean assigned areas by washing furnishing, walls, floors and equipment with special cleaning solutions and disinfectants to prevent spread of disease.
• Sanitize and polish sinks, mirrors, tubs and similar equipment. Replenish supplies of soap, towels and other dispensable items.
• Strip, wash and make beds in prescribed manner following correct discharge procedures. Collect soiled linen and transport to appropriate storage area.
• Empty waste baskets and ashtrays and arrange furniture in an orderly manner. Collect trash and infectious waste and dispose properly. Move furniture, supplies and miscellaneous related items.
• Clean mirrors, ledges, vents, light fixtures, fire extinguisher, cabinets, baseboards, bathroom fixtures and corners. Vacuum carpets and dust blinds.
• Spot and steam clean carpets. Refinish tile floors. Steam clean beds, stretchers and gurnnies, and other rolling-stock equipment as assigned.
• Report mechanical failures and negative conditions as observed.
• At the end of shift, return unused supplies to utility rooms, leave soiled linen and trash in designated areas and clean cart and equipment.
• Follow established infection control protocol in terms of observing universal precautions and isolation cleaning procedures.
• Identify safety issues and report them as soon as possible to their immediate supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

Experience

• Housekeeping (environmental hygiene) exp.

Education

• N/A

License, Certification, Registration

• N/A

Additional Requirements:

• Must be able to understand oral & written communication.
• Able to stand and walk majority of shift, and ability to lift, bend, reach and twist repetitively.
• Able to lift 35 pounds frequently, 60 pounds occasionally, and push carts weighing up to 350 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Commercial/Medical housekeeping experience.