Housekeeping Service Worker - SJGH - Part Time

Stockton, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $19.19 - $23.32

Benefits

Health Insurance

Step increases

Paid Time Off

Employee assistance program

Retirement Plan

flexible schedule

Disability insurance

Job Description

San Joaquin County is a government entity that operates various public services including the San Joaquin General Hospital, which serves the healthcare needs of the community. As part of its commitment to maintaining health and safety standards within its hospital facilities, the County is currently looking to fill multiple part-time positions for custodial staff. These roles are integral to ensuring that hospital environments remain clean, sanitized, and safe for patients, staff, and visitors. The positions are part-time with an hourly wage ranging approximately from $19.19 to $23.32. Selection will be based on an established referral pool giving priority to qualified applicants who submit a completed application by the closing date, which in this case is ongoing. This opportunity not only offers a stable part-time employment within a respected county institution but also the chance to contribute directly to public health and safety. This recruitment specifically addresses the need for thorough cleaning and maintenance responsibilities in high-standard environments like intensive care units, surgeries, labor and delivery rooms, and other sensitive hospital areas where hygiene is paramount. The role involves an array of duties including sweeping, mopping, waxing and buffing floors, thoroughly sanitizing restrooms and specialized hospital equipment, disposing of trash and soiled linens, maintaining janitorial tools and equipment, and possibly aiding in patient services by preparing beds and transporting patients. This is a hands-on position requiring manual labor, attention to detail, and adherence to safety and sanitation protocols. It also calls for individuals who can work continuously while standing and bending and who have the ability to follow written and oral instructions. The candidates should be comfortable working in a hospital environment, including areas exposed to contamination or disease, underscoring the importance of safety awareness and professional sensitivity. Since this is a government position, San Joaquin County upholds a strict equal opportunity employment policy, ensuring fair treatment and non-discrimination based on various personal attributes including age, race, disability, gender, and others. The county also complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and offers accommodations as required to support candidates with disabilities. To be eligible, candidates must either possess six months of related work experience or successfully complete an approved training program in general cleaning methods and procedures. Knowledge of basic cleaning techniques, equipment use, basic arithmetic, measurement units, and safety procedures is essential. Physically, the role demands strength for lifting and pushing, stamina, and the ability to maintain productivity while standing or bending for extended periods. Interested applicants must submit applications through the county's official channels, either online or by mail, as resumes alone will not be accepted. Additional employment rules include restrictions on part-time employee hours, documentation verification for employment eligibility, and compliance with a substance abuse policy. Overall, this job is suited for diligent, reliable individuals seeking part-time employment contributing to a critical area of public health and safety in a reputable county healthcare facility.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
six months of related work experience or equivalent training
ability to perform manual cleaning and related labor
basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills
knowledge of standard units of measure such as ounces, quarts, gallons
aptitude for safety techniques and procedures
ability to work around sick people and in contaminated areas
availability to work part-time hours under SEIU bargaining unit limits
compliance with drug screening and physical exam as required
ability to provide proof of US citizenship or work eligibility
capacity to stand and bend for extended periods
willingness to follow employment policies, including equal opportunity and substance abuse policies

Job Qualifications

Six months of work experience
completion of an approved training program in general cleaning methods and procedures
basic knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment
ability to follow oral and written instructions
capability to work continuously while standing and bending
ability to prepare routine reports
skill in establishing effective working relationships with others
physical capacity to lift and operate cleaning equipment safely

Job Duties

Sweeps, mops, strips, waxes, and buffs floors by hand or machine
wet vacuums floors and shampoos carpets
washes windows, screens, sills, light fixtures, woodwork, doors, walls, and ceilings
dusts, cleans, and polishes furniture and other items
cleans and sanitizes special hospital areas and wards such as intensive care unit, surgery, child care, labor and delivery where high level of sanitation must be maintained
cleans and sanitizes rest rooms, showers, bathtubs, drinking fountains, and equipment such as gurneys, beds, and wheelchairs
collects and disposes of trash and garbage
collects and places soiled linen into hamper bags and empties hamper bags into laundry chutes
cleans and maintains janitorial equipment
keeps lists of needed repairs and supplies and notifies superior
delivers, moves, and collects supplies, equipment, linen, furniture and other items
operates or uses a variety of equipment and tools such as mops, brooms, dusters, floor buffing machines, rug shampooers, vacuums, and wall washing machines
may operate elevators and other equipment in emergency or as necessary
may make minor repairs to furniture such as in replacing nuts, bolts, screws, and casters
may perform a limited amount of routine building and grounds maintenance
may wash laboratory glassware such as tubes, bottles, and flasks by hand and machine
may operate autoclave to sterilize glassware
may dust and wash laboratory counters with disinfectant solutions
may assist in patient service functions such as washing and making up beds, changing window and examining curtains, and transporting patients
may prepare routine reports
may lead and train less experienced workers as assigned