Housekeeping Aide - Lead

Responsibilities/Job Description:

Fairview is looking to hire a Lead Housekeeping Aide to join our team at Southdale Hospital in Edina, MN. This is a full-time, 1.0 FTE, benefit-eligible position, working 80 hours every two weeks. The position works the overnight shift from 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. and includes an every-other-weekend commitment.

Schedule:

• Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday
• Week 2: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday

This is a Lead position and requires additional leadership and housekeeping experience. The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong leadership and team management abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to high cleanliness standards
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, prioritize responsibilities, and manage time efficiently
• Familiarity with cleaning chemicals, equipment, and proper cleaning procedures
• Basic computer skills to support discharge coordination and other department responsibilities
• Previous housekeeping or hospitality experience, with 2+ years preferred

This position is represented by SEIU Local 113

 

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 takes action 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

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Previous Housekeeping/Environmental Service Experience

 

Qualifications: $21.96- $25.74 Hourly