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Housekeeping Responsible for cleaning common areas in the production floor * Use dust mop to clean ... Wash mops and mop buckets as at the end of every shift * Change dust mops and mop head per ...

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To thrive as a Housekeeping 1st Shift employee, you need attention to detail, time management, and a basic understanding of cleaning protocols, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with cleaning tools, equipment like floor scrubbers, and use of cleaning chemicals is typically required. Reliability, teamwork, and strong communication skills help individuals excel in this role. These skills and qualities ensure a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for guests and staff, supporting overall operational efficiency.

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Housekeeping 1st Shift positions refer to cleaning and maintenance jobs that take place during the first shift of the day, typically in the morning and early afternoon. Employees in these roles are responsible for cleaning guest rooms, common areas, restocking supplies, and ensuring that facilities meet cleanliness standards. First shift hours usually range from around 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM or similar, depending on the employer. These positions are commonly found in hotels, hospitals, schools, and other facilities that require daily cleaning services.
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Infographic showing various Housekeeping 1St Shift job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,933 per year, or $16.3 per hour.

Housekeeping 1st shift

St. Luke's University Health Network

Allentown, PA • On-site

$13.75 - $17.75/hr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

St. Luke's University Health Network rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 270 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

381st of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.The Environmental Services Aide performs the general and aseptic cleaning and sanitizing of patient rooms, auxiliary room and other specified areas throughout the hospital, using proper cleaning guidelines and procedures.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Uses appropriate cleaning supplies and chemical according to departmental procedures.
  • Cleans and prepares patient rooms, beds, stretchers, other assigned areas in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Scrubs, mops, and buffs floor.
  • Dusts and polishes furniture.
  • Cleans glass interior windows, woodwork, toilets, washrooms, and fixtures.
  • Cleans sinks in kitchen and cleans tables and dining area.
  • Removes trash from areas to designated trash stations.
  • Uses safe and proper cleaning procedures.
  • Ability to follow all applicable schedules, sanitation and safety requirements.
  • Attends 85% of Environmental Services Department monthly staff meetings annually.
  • Maintains assigned area in a neat, clean and sanitary condition.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Walks for up to 6-7 hours/day; 1 to 4 hours at a time. Stands for 1-2 hours/day; 0 to 1 hours at a time. Occasional firm grasping. Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs. Occasionally carries up to 50 lbs. Frequent pushing and pulling up to 50 lbs. Occasionally stoop, bend, squat and kneel. Occasional crouching. Frequently reaches above shoulder level. Hearing as it relates to normal conversation and seeing as it relates to general and near vision.

EDUCATION:

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalency preferred.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Three to six months of experience in housekeeping in either a hospital or institutional setting preferred.

Please complete your application using your full legal name andcurrent home address. Be sure toincludeemployment history forthe past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you areencouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications andlicenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!

St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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