Housekeeping Aide - Trash Tech

Fairview Health Services; Woodbury (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Fairview Health Services in Woodbury, MN seeks a part-time Housekeeping Aide (Trash Tech) at Woodwinds Hospital for the evening shift (3:00 p.m.–11:30 p.m.) with every-other-weekend rotation. The role focuses on safe waste collection, sorting, and sanitation to support a clean, safe patient environment.

You will perform cleaning duties, follow infection prevention and safety guidelines, and participate in training while collaborating with Environmental Services and hospital staff.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Previous Housekeeping/Environmental Service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Waste collection, transport, and disposal following safety protocols.
• Sort waste into general, recyclable, and biohazardous streams.
• Follow infection prevention and sanitation guidelines.
• Perform cleaning duties to keep the facility orderly and sanitary.
• Assist in emergency spill response and incident handling.
• Document assignments and report equipment issues.
• Collaborate with Environmental Services and hospital staff.

Skills

Housekeeping experience

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Overview

Fairview is looking to hire a Housekeeping Aide (Trash Tech) to join our team at Woodwinds Hospital in Woodbury, Minnesota! This is a 0.6 FTE position (48 hours every two weeks) working the evening shift, including every other weekend. This position is benefit eligible.As a Trash Tech, you will play an important role in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for our patients, visitors, and staff. This position is responsible for the safe collection, handling, and disposal of waste throughout the hospital while following established safety, sanitation, and infection prevention guidelines.

Schedule:

• Shift: Evening, 3:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.

• Weekend Rotation: Every other weekend

Week 1:

• Wednesday: 3:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.

• Thursday: 3:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.

• Saturday: 3:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.

• Sunday: 3:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.

Week 2:

• Monday: 3:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.

• Friday: 3:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.

Key Responsibilities

• Waste Collection: Regularly collect, transport, and properly dispose of general and medical waste, including biohazardous and potentially infectious materials, while following strict safety protocols.

• Waste Sorting and Segregation: Properly separate recyclable materials, general waste, and biohazardous waste to ensure safe handling and appropriate disposal.

• Safety and Compliance: Follow all applicable healthcare regulations, environmental guidelines, and organizational policies related to waste management and sanitation.

• Infection Prevention: Adhere to established infection control procedures to minimize contamination and reduce the risk of exposure to hazardous materials.

• Teamwork and Collaboration: Work closely with Environmental Services and other healthcare team members to maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for patients, visitors, and staff.

• Emergency Response: Respond appropriately to spills, accidents, or situations involving hazardous materials by following established safety and emergency procedures.

• Training and Education: Participate in ongoing training to stay current on waste management practices, infection prevention, and workplace safety standards.

Join our team at Woodwinds Hospital! This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, values teamwork, and takes pride in maintaining a safe and healthy healthcare environment. Your work will make a meaningful difference in the experience and well-being of our patients, visitors, and staff!

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