Housekeeping Aide - Lead Relief

Fairview Health Services; Woodbury (MN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Fairview Health Services is seeking a Housekeeping Aide for the Environmental Services team at Fairview Woodwinds Hospital in Woodbury, MN. This 0.6 FTE, benefit-eligible role works evenings with every weekend, on a schedule that includes 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM or 5:00 PM – 1:30 AM shifts with lead relief duties.

The role focuses on cleaning patient rooms, common areas, and hospital spaces while following infection prevention protocols.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Previous housekeeping or environmental services experience is preferred, along with strong communication and organizational skills to support lead relief responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Performs cleaning assignments per department procedures and protocols.
• Uses proper chemical dilution ratios.
• Follows infection control practices and procedures.
• Follows proper procedure for assigned area.
• Completes assignments in a timely manner.
• Uses proper equipment and supplies for task.
• Replenishes supplies.
• Properly handles linens and waste in assigned areas.
• Demonstrates proper emergency and security response.
• Unlocks and secures access to building as directed.

Skills

Dependable

Detail-oriented

Team player

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Overview

Fairview is looking to hire a Housekeeping Aide to join our Environmental Services team at Fairview Woodwinds Hospital in Woodbury, MN. This is a 0.6 FTE (48 hours per two-week pay period), benefit-eligible position working the evening shift, including every weekend. Scheduled shifts are from 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM or 5:00 PM – 1:30 AM, with lead relief responsibilities during the 5:00 PM – 1:30 AM shifts.

Schedule

• Week 1:

  • Monday: 5:00 PM – 1:30 AM (Lead Relief)
  • Saturday: 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM
  • Sunday: 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM

• Week 2:

  • Monday: 5:00 PM – 1:30 AM (Lead Relief)
  • Saturday: 5:00 PM – 1:30 AM (Lead Relief)
  • Sunday: 5:00 PM – 1:30 AM (Lead Relief)

In this role, you will help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Responsibilities include cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms, common areas, and other hospital spaces, following infection prevention and safety protocols, and supporting the overall cleanliness of the facility. During lead relief shifts, you will also assist with coordinating daily housekeeping activities, supporting team members, and helping ensure cleaning standards and department priorities are met.

The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced healthcare environment. Previous housekeeping or environmental services experience is preferred, along with strong communication and organizational skills to support lead relief responsibilities.

Perform cleaning duties as assigned to keep the facility orderly, attractive, clean, and sanitary.

Responsibilities

• Performs cleaning assignments per department procedures and protocols
• Uses proper chemical dilution rations
• Follows infection control practices and procedures
• Follows proper procedure for assigned area
• Completes assignments in a timely manner
• Uses proper equipment and supplies for task
• Replenishes supplies
• Properly handles soiled and clean linens in assigned areas
• Properly handles and disposes of biohazardous and non-biohazardous waste
• Uses good body mechanics
• Uses safe work practices i.e. floor signs, use of gloves, follow hazard signs/symbols
• Remains flexible to change assignments as needed
• Contributes process improvement ideas/suggestions
• Properly documents work assignments
• Demonstrates proper emergency and security response
• Takes immediate action as required to assist with emergency codes
• Unlocks and secures access to building as directed
• Cleans emergency spills as needed
• Demonstrates proper use and care of equipment
• Uses proper equipment for assignment/task
• Properly cares for equipment and acts for preventive maintenance
• Reports malfunctioning equipment
• Uses safety precautions
• Customer Service
• Uses appropriate verbal and nonverbal greetings
• Demonstrates a willing and helpful attitude
• Demonstrates respect for customer’s need for privacy
• Performs activities in a respectful, courteous, and responsive manner
• Transports furniture and equipment as requested
• Reports mechanical failures or negative conditions to appropriate supervisor
• Interpersonal Relations with Healthcare Team
• Offers and values constructive criticism
• Resolves issues in a respectful manner
• Uses first party communication
• Demonstrates respect for others

Preferred Qualifications

• High School diploma orGED
• Previous Housekeeping/Environmental Service experience

Benefit Overview

Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information: https://www.fairview.org/careers/benefits/noncontract

Compensation Disclaimer

An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO Statement

EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status