Housekeeping Aide maintaining safe, sanitized patient and staff areas through proper chemical use, hazardous material storage, and routine equipment checks. Cleans 10+ areas per shift, including restrooms, waiting areas, offices, and conference rooms, while completing 50+ restroom supply restocks per week and 30+ cleaning equipment safety checks per week, and keeping daily operations running smoothly. Supports short-staffed departments and keeps cleaning carts and equipment ready for immediate use.
Work History
HOUSEKEEPING AIDE
14 Years
VA Medical Center | 10.2012 - Current
Handle 50 supply restocks daily to keep restrooms and work areas stocked and ready.
Complete 3-4 terminal cleanings weekly to maintain safe, sanitary patient and staff areas.
Administer proper chemical use when cleaning equipment and surfaces in accordance with health code standards.
Store hazardous materials securely and clean equipment after use to support infection control procedures.
Inspect cords, plugs, and other equipment parts before use, then report issues to the supervisor.
CWT HOUSEKEEPING AIDE
3 Months
VA Medical Center | 07.2012 - 10.2012
Tracked 50-100 supply items daily and reported restroom and housekeeping shortages to the site supervisor.
Completed terminal cleaning 2-4 discharge rooms weekly to prepare patient areas for the next admission.
Cleaned administrative offices, bathrooms, and patient surfaces using proper chemicals and disinfecting procedures.
Operated floor scrubbers, buffers, and mop equipment to maintain safe, well-kept floors throughout the facility.
Posted warning signs during floor work to reduce slip hazards and protect staff, patients, and visitors.
Handled cleaning chemicals and hazardous materials with proper training and required safety practices.
HOME HEALTH AIDE
1 Year 5 Months
Frontier Community Services | 04.2010 - 09.2011
Maintained 100% weekly care records aligned with home care documentation and patient updates.
Completed 100 daily personal care tasks to support the client’s comfort, hygiene, and mobility.
Documented patient condition and progress, then relayed observations to the managing RN.
Coordinated with family and agency contacts to keep care needs and schedules aligned.
Monitored safety conditions, emergency readiness, and patient security throughout daily visits.
Provided home health aide support with hygiene, transportation, light housekeeping, and other essential care tasks.
PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE
1 Year
Sugar Creek Packing | 03.2009 - 03.2010
Completed 10 safety checks weekly to support lockout/tagout procedures and a safer line environment.
Packed 600-1000 units daily to product specifications while keeping materials sealed and secured.
Maintained production line efficiency by clearing jams and keeping work moving during busy shifts.
Reported mechanical and material issues promptly to the line lead or supervisor for quick follow-up.
Rotated across multiple stations as needed, adapting to changing line demands and supporting team coverage.
HIGHWAY WORKER (Temporary)
7 Months
Ohio Department of Transportation | 08.2008 - 03.2009
Performed 20 highway maintenance tasks weekly across guardrail repair, replacement, and roadway patching.
Operated a two-person truck with single-blade and wing-blade plows during winter snow and ice response.
Reported safety hazards immediately to crew members and supervisors to support fast, coordinated response.
Followed Ohio Department of Transportation safety protocols and procedures throughout daily field work.
Managed work time to complete maintenance projects efficiently and keep roadside operations moving.
Obtained a Class B CDL to support safe operation of commercial road equipment.
PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE
2 Years 7 Months
YUSA Corporation | 01.2006 - 08.2008
Met 3000 production targets weekly by keeping assigned work on schedule and within standard expectations.
Completed 20 safety checks daily while following established plant procedures and reporting concerns promptly.
Inspected equipment before each shift and reported any safety issues to the line supervisor.
Assisted with preventive maintenance tasks and documented completed work for accurate shift records.
Followed safety procedures consistently to support a clean, controlled work area and reliable day-to-day operations.
HOUSEKEEPER
2 Months
Merry Maids | 05.2006 - 07.2006
Replenished 50 supply items weekly to keep toiletries and other room essentials stocked for guests.
Cleaned 20 rooms daily, emptying trash, dusting, polishing furniture, and vacuuming, sweeping, and mopping floors.
Maintained accurate records in line with corporate policy standards and documented completed duties consistently.
Followed cleanliness standards to deliver consistent room presentation and support a safe, orderly environment.
Removed trash, dust, and soil from assigned areas while keeping floors and surfaces presentable throughout the shift.
PLANOGRAM TEAM MEMBER
6 Months
Target, Incorporated | 07.2005 - 01.2006
Updated 60 sales signs weekly to reflect advertised pricing and current merchandise changes.
Set up 200 shelving sections weekly by following corporate planograms and store layout instructions.
Unpacked, stocked, and rotated merchandise to keep shelves organized and ready for customers.
Built merchandise displays to support promotional presentation and maintain a clean sales floor.
Monitored shelf inventory and replenished products to reduce gaps and keep items available.
MERCHANDISER
8 Months
American Merchandising | 09.2003 - 05.2004
Updated 2-4 display sets weekly to keep merchandise aligned with planogram requirements.
Tracked 10 stock items weekly during replenishment rounds to keep shelves ready for customers.
Set shelving according to corporate and local planograms to maintain accurate product placement.
Reordered stock promptly to support steady inventory levels and reduce empty shelf space.
Used a handheld scanner to support inventory control and improve item lookup during store visits.
Education
Metal Worker (44B 10) – 15 Weeks
US Army
15-week program on repairing and maintaining metal body components, radiators, fuel tanks, hulls, and accessories of Army watercraft, motorized vehicles, heavy equipment, etc. As well as air ducts, gutters, and vents
Primary Leadership Development Course – Four (4) Weeks
US Army
Four (4) week course designed to enhance supervisory skills for first-line supervisors through an experience-based curriculum. Instruction in Leadership Skills, Training Skills, and War Fighting Skills.
With an emphasis on the following areas:
Physical Readiness Training
Drill and Ceremony Squad Drill
Public Speaking
Chamberlain School of Nursing | 11-2024
High School Diploma
Washington Senior High School | Washington CH, Ohio | 05-1989
Skills
Hazardous materials handling
Terminal cleaning
Infection control procedures
OSHA regulations and compliance
Inventory management
Ordering and purchasing
Inventory accountability and security
Supply replenishment
Microsoft Office Suite
Data entry and typing
Prepare reports and documentation
Record keeping
Customer service
CPR/BLS certified
Home health aide support
Worksite coordination
Staff scheduling
Performance coaching
Quality assurance auditing
Joint Commission compliance
Work order management
Preventive maintenance scheduling
Vendor coordination
Budget tracking
Patient care planning
Home care documentation
Safety training
Shift handoff communication
Certification
CPR/BLS Certified
MILITARY HISTORY
Army Lapel Button, Army Achievement Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Southwest Asia Service Medal with 3 Bronze Service Stars (BSS), Noncommissioned Officer’s Development Ribbon, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, Kuwait Liberation Medal (K), Kuwait Liberation Medal (SA), Sharpshooter Badge, Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle Bar
Timeline
HOUSEKEEPING AIDE
VA Medical Center
10.2012 - CurrentRead More
CWT HOUSEKEEPING AIDE
VA Medical Center
07.2012 - 10.2012Read More
HOME HEALTH AIDE
Frontier Community Services
04.2010 - 09.2011Read More
PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE
Sugar Creek Packing
03.2009 - 03.2010Read More
HIGHWAY WORKER (Temporary)
Ohio Department of Transportation
08.2008 - 03.2009Read More
HOUSEKEEPER
Merry Maids
05.2006 - 07.2006Read More
PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE
YUSA Corporation
01.2006 - 08.2008Read More
PLANOGRAM TEAM MEMBER
Target, Incorporated
07.2005 - 01.2006Read More
MERCHANDISER
American Merchandising
09.2003 - 05.2004Read More
Washington Senior High School
High School Diploma
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Chamberlain School of Nursing
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US Army
Primary Leadership Development Course – Four (4) Weeks