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Housekeeping Aide; Float

Job in Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon, 97204, USA
Listing for: Kaiser Permanente Northwest
Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary position
Listed on 2026-07-27
Job specializations:
  • Maintenance/Cleaning
  • Healthcare
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 23.15 - 28.21 USD Hourly USD 23.15 28.21 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Housekeeping Aide (Float)

Job Summary

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

  • 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.
Job Summary

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

  • 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.
Experience
  • Basic Qualifications:
    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.
Notes
  • Additional Locations:
  • Rockwood Medical, Airport Way Lab, Airport Way Center, Gresham Dental, Rockwood Dental

Primary

Location:

Oregon,Portland,Airport Way Regional Laboratory

Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

40

Shift: Variable

Workdays: Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat

Working Hours Start: 12:00 AM

Working Hours End: 11:59 PM

Job Schedule: Full-time

Job Type: Standard

Worker

Location:

Onsite

Employee Status: Regular

Employee Group/Union Affiliation: W06|SEIU|Local 49

Job Level: Entry Level

Department: Airport Way Center - Plant Ops-Dvsn Env Svcs - 1008

Pay Range: $23.15 - $28.21 / hour

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