Housekeeping
Listed on 2026-07-10
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Maintenance/Cleaning
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Healthcare
Site:
Wentworth-Douglass Hospital
Mass General Brigham is a not‑for‑profit that supports patient care, research, teaching, and community service. We invite professionals across disciplines to join our mission.
Job SummaryResponsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment throughout the hospital to help prevent the spread of infection and support high‑quality patient care operations. duties include thorough cleaning and disinfecting of assigned areas, proper disposal of waste and hazardous materials, and maintaining equipment and furnishings in accordance with established infection control and environmental services standards.
Essential FunctionsPerform routine and detailed cleaning duties in accordance with hospital policies, infection prevention protocols, and established departmental schedules.
- Clean, sanitize, and service assigned patient and non‑patient care areas to ensure a safe and sanitary environment at all times.
- Remove and dispose of regular, recyclable, and hazardous waste streams following organizational and regulatory guidelines.
- Move furniture, equipment, and supplies throughout various departments as needed to support operational and cleaning needs.
- Operate environmental services equipment such as floor machines, buffers, and other cleaning apparatus safely and effectively.
- Maintain hospital facilities in a neat, orderly, and professional condition that supports patient, visitor, and staff safety.
- Participate in departmental meetings, trainings, and ongoing safety or compliance initiatives, including attendance at a minimum of eight unit/department meetings annually.
- Follow all safety procedures, PPE requirements, and infection control standards while performing assigned responsibilities.
Full‑time
7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
- Every other weekend required.
- Education:
High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred (no experience in lieu of a degree). - Experience:
0‑1 year related experience preferred. - Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and how to apply them safely.
- Working knowledge of various cleaning tools like vacuum cleaners and floor buffers.
- Standing Frequently (34‑66%)
- Walking Frequently (34‑66%)
- Sitting Occasionally (3‑33%)
- Lifting Occasionally (3‑33%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
- Carrying Occasionally (3‑33%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
- Pushing Occasionally (3‑33%)
- Pulling Occasionally (3‑33%)
- Climbing Occasionally (3‑33%)
- Balancing Frequently (34‑66%)
- Stooping Occasionally (3‑33%)
- Kneeling Occasionally (3‑33%)
- Crouching Occasionally (3‑33%)
- Crawling Occasionally (3‑33%)
- Reaching Occasionally (3‑33%)
- Gross Manipulation Frequently (34‑66%)
- Fine Manipulation Frequently (34‑66%)
- Feeling Constantly (67‑100%)
- Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Vision – Far Constantly (67‑100%)
- Vision – Near Constantly (67‑100%)
- Talking Constantly (67‑100%)
- Hearing Constantly (67‑100%)
Onsite
Work Location789 Central Avenue
Scheduled Weekly Hours40
Employee TypeRegular
Work ShiftDay (United States of America)
Pay Range$17.71 - $20.82 per Hour
EEO Statement1810 Wentworth‑Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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