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Rhode Island Hospital

Housekeeping Aide

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $19.17
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Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Union benefits
Training and Development

Job Description

Brown University Health is a prestigious healthcare institution committed to delivering exceptional medical services while fostering a supportive and respectful workplace culture. Located at Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street, Providence, Rhode Island, this organization emphasizes values such as Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. These guiding principles shape daily interactions and decision-making, ensuring a positive experience for patients, staff, and visitors alike. Brown University Health fosters a dynamic environment encouraging trust, valuing differences, patient and community focus, and collaboration, underpinning its commitment to outstanding healthcare delivery and employee development.

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Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • One to three months of formal and on-the-job training
  • Physical ability to perform heavy lifting and prolonged standing
  • Ability to safely operate cleaning and maintenance equipment
  • Good communication skills in English
  • Willingness to work evening shifts and weekends
  • Ability to follow detailed instructions and safety guidelines

Job Qualifications

  • Ability to follow instructions and observe safety precautions
  • Ability to prepare cleaning solutions according to procedures
  • Ability to assemble and operate cleaning equipment such as mops, dusters, vacuum cleaners, and floor buffers
  • Ability to read, write, understand, and speak English
  • Physical stamina to lift, carry, or push heavy equipment
  • Basic knowledge of chemical handling and E.S.D. equipment operation
  • At least one to three months of on-the-job training
  • Ability to perform duties professionally and safely
  • Effective communication skills for teamwork and coordination

Job Duties

  • Perform heavy cleaning duties following established E.S.D. procedures
  • Shampoo carpets and upholstery and refinish floors
  • Dust vents, lights, pipes, lockers, ceilings and wash windows
  • Clean sinks, toilets, floors, urinals, bedpan racks, bathtubs, showers and refill dispensers
  • Dispose of rubbish and soiled linen and operate rubbish trucks
  • Operate bailer equipment and transport recycle totes
  • Clean and polish walls, woodwork, furniture, brass fittings and elevator doors
  • Remove animal waste and transport furniture as needed
  • Assist nursing staff with moving beds and patient furniture
  • Clean sidewalks and entrances, apply salt and assist grounds crew
  • Change cubicle curtains and clean window blinds
  • Clean construction areas after renovations
  • Carry and use communication devices as required
  • Assist supply clerks and perform supply room tasks
  • Set up conference rooms for meetings and events
  • Perform inventory counts of laundry linens
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor

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Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

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