Terrell Greaves
Housekeeper
Hillside,IL
Summary
Dedicated Housekeeper with extensive knowledge of hospital cleaning practices. Skillful in cleaning hazardous waste and biohazard sites along with standard facility areas. Hardworking individual possessing strong attention to detail and exceptional team-building skills.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Environmental Services Housekeeper
Elmhurst Memorial Hospital
Elmhurst, IL
05.2023 - Current
- Cleaned and stocked patient rooms by replacing used towels and linens vacuuming floors, making beds, and restocking bathroom items.
- Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
- Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
- Operated buffers and burnishers to clean and polish floors.
- Emptied waste paper and other trash from premises and moved to appropriate receptacles.
Environmental Services Housekeeper
Birches Assisted Living and Memory Care
Clarendon Hills, IL
03.2023 - 10.2025
- Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
- Maintained floor cleaning and waxing equipment.
- Responded immediately to calls from personnel to clean up spills and wet floors.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
Delivery Driver
FedEx
McCook, IL
03.2017 - 03.2023
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Inspected and maintained delivery vehicles regularly to keep in safe working order.
- Promoted customer satisfaction by addressing or escalating concerns for quick resolution.
Environmental Services Housekeeper
Elmhurst Lexington Healthcare
Elmhurst, IL
01.2014 - 02.2017
- Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
- Performed daily facility checklists for cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
- Cleaned and stocked patient rooms by replacing used towels and linens vacuuming floors, making beds, and restocking bathroom items.
- Operated buffers and burnishers to clean and polish floors.
- Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
Environmental Services Housekeeper
McNeal Hospital
Berwyn, IL
06.2009 - 02.2014
- Slid beds, sofas, and other furniture aside to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
- Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
- Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
- Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
- Assisted with preparing rooms and transporting supplies.
Environmental Services Housekeeper
Hines VA Hospital
Hines, IL
08.1999 - 04.2009
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to promote clean, sanitary environment, and reduce odors and debris.
- Operated electronic backpack vacuums and floor sweepers.
- Followed safety standards and established SOPs when handling, mixing and storing hazardous chemicals.
- Cleaned and disinfected patient exam rooms, surgery suites, and common areas to promote sanitary treatment and services environment.
- Kept public pathways clear of safety hazards and spills with regular checks and attention.
Education
Diploma - High School Diploma
Fields Lab School
Chicago 01.2015 - 06.2015
Skills
Cleaning and sanitation
Hazardous chemical handling
Waxing and buffing
Soiled linen removal
Chemical mixing
Linen laundering
Mopping and sweeping
Workplace safety compliance
Room preparation
Storage area organization
Trash removal
Cleaning techniques
Timeline
Environmental Services Housekeeper
Elmhurst Memorial Hospital
05.2023 - Current
Environmental Services Housekeeper
Birches Assisted Living and Memory Care
03.2023 - 10.2025
Delivery Driver
FedEx
03.2017 - 03.2023
Diploma - High School Diploma
Fields Lab School
01.2015 - 06.2015
Environmental Services Housekeeper
Elmhurst Lexington Healthcare
01.2014 - 02.2017
Environmental Services Housekeeper
McNeal Hospital
06.2009 - 02.2014
Environmental Services Housekeeper
Hines VA Hospital
08.1999 - 04.2009