Laundry Worker

Northern Light CA Dean Hospital

Department: Laundry And Linen Services

Position is located: Greenville, ME

Work Type: Full Time

Hours Per Week: 36

Work Schedule: 12-hour shifts

Summary:

The purpose of this position is to implement facility housekeeping procedures in an efficient, cost-effective manner to safely meet customers' needs in compliance with federal, state and local requirements. Housekeeping is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of premise by using the appropriate cleaning and sanitizing methods, chemicals, materials and procedures. They are also responsible cleaning floors and tiles, bathrooms, fixtures and equipment, and removing garbage, while providing the best customer service possible.

Responsibilities:

• Must adhere to chemical use standards [safety data sheets (SDS)] and practice good safety as part of daily routine per standards and governing body regulations.
• Must assist in proper care of housekeeping equipment and use supplies/equipment efficiently and effectively.
• Clean rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and/or draperies, using vacuum cleaners and/or shampooers.
• Keep storage areas and carts well-stocked, clean, and tidy.
• Clean rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, and other work areas so that health standards are met.
• Ensure that all hospital waste is disposed of in a proper way.
• Must actively seek out areas in need of cleaning/care and care for them in a timely fashion.
• Performs all other duties as assigned or requested.

Other Information:

Competencies and Skills

• Behaves with Integrity and Builds Trust: Acts consistently in line with the core values, commitments and rules of conduct. Leads by example and tells the truth. Does what they say they will, when and how they say they will, or communicates an alternate plan.
• Cultivates Respect: Treats others fairly, embraces and values differences, and contributes to a culture of diversity, inclusion, empowerment and cooperation.
• Fosters Accountability: Creates and participates in a work environment where people hold themselves and others accountable for processes, results and behaviors. Takes appropriate ownership not only of successes but also mistakes and works to correct them in a timely manner. Demonstrates understanding that we all work as a team and the quality and timeliness of work impacts everyone involved.
• Practices Compassion: Exhibits genuine care for people and is available and ready to help; displays a deep awareness of and strong willingness to relieve the suffering of others.

Education

• Required High School Diploma/General Educational Development (GED)

Working Conditions

• Potential exposure to diseases or infections.
• Potential exposure to hazardous materials.
• Potential exposure to noise levels being uncomfortable.
• Potential exposure to noxious odors.
• Potential exposure to very hot or cold temperatures.