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Housekeeping Head Aide

Primary Location San Jose, California Facility Name San Jose Hospital Schedule Full-time Shift Night Salary $34.74 - $36.55 / hour
Job Number 1335030 Date posted 05/23/2025
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Job Summary:

Under direct supervision, directs, checks and coordinates the work of housekeeping aides assigned to the Head Housekeepers shift. Performs a variety of assignments including cleaning of patient rooms, clinic areas, offices and exam rooms



Essential Responsibilities:

Checks and coordinates housekeeping staff on the proper procedures, techniques and methods utilized in the performance of housekeeping duties. Operates and utilizes equipment needed to include cleaner, wet mop unit, dust pay, dust mop, back vacuum, automatic floor scrubber, shampoo machine, high speed buffer, carpet extractor, wet/dry vacuum, floor buffer, wall washer and utility cart. Operates and utilizes sanipac, compactor and bailer. Utilizing standard cleaning products, cleans patient areas to include restrooms, discharge beds, woodwork, horizontal surfaces, TVs cabinets, furniture, glass, walls, floors, all affixed items, replenish dispensers, remove soiled linen and trash. Utilizing standard cleaning products, cleans auxiliary areas to include medication room, nursing station, tub room, soiled utility rooms, storage areas, staff lounge, quiet rooms, offices, exam rooms, treatment rooms, waiting rooms, lobbies, elevators, water fountain, ice machines, telephones, all horizontal surfaces and high dusting. Replenishes supplies such as: paper-towels, toilet paper, soap, plastic liners, paper cups and seat covers. Reports unsafe conditions such as defective or damaged equipment. Assures sharp objects are in proper containers, follows safety rules established by the department and uses proper body mechanics. Performs other related duties as necessary. This job motivates and provides work direction to other employees, but does not have the authority to hire, fire, or discipline. Corporate Compliance Accountability:



Grade 190

Basic Qualifications:
Experience

6 months experience. Moderate to heavy lifting ability required; ability to operate all types of floor machinery and other housekeeping related equipment. Ability to lift 50 lbs., carry items of 25 lbs., pushes carts up to 200 lbs. Ability to perform frequent pulling, pushing, bending, stooping, kneeling, twisting, reaching. Job requires extensive standing and walking. Effective oral and written communication skills. Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
Education

  • High School Diploma/GED
License, Certification, Registration
  • N/A
Additional Requirements:

Preferred Qualifications:

Primary Location: California,San Jose,San Jose Hospital Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Shift: Night Workdays: Wk1: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat; Wk2: Sun, Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri Working Hours Start: 11:00 PM Working Hours End: 07:30 AM Job Schedule: Full-time Job Type: Standard Worker Location: Onsite Employee Status: Regular Employee Group/Union Affiliation: A01|SEIU|United Healthcare Workers West Job Level: Individual Contributor Department: San Jose Hospital - Environmental Svcs - 0201 Pay Range: $34.74 - $36.55 / hour Travel: No

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.

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