Project Lead,Environmental Services Aide III Job Lowell area,Massachusetts USA,Maintenance/Cleaning

Job Overview

Under the direction of the Supervisor/Site Manager, this position performs a variety of housekeeping and administrative tasks and assists in the supervision of housekeeping employees in the absence of the supervisor. This position coordinates the department daily tasks, among frontline employees, and ensures a clean, safe environment. This position is responsible for room inspections, coordinating scheduled floor care, shift lineup coverage, inter‑department customer relations, and supervision of bed tracking.

This position will also perform various other tasks to aid the shift they are assigned to by the ES department, including covering shift positions when the department has scheduling constraints.

Hours & Location

Full‑Time, 40 hours weekly, Evening shift: 3p‑11:30p. Every other weekend and every other holiday required.

Location:

Lowell General Hospital – Saints Campus, 1 Hospital Drive, Lowell, MA.

Benefits

Competitive salaries & benefits that start on day one
403(b) retirement plan with company match
Tuition reimbursement
Free on‑campus parking

Pay Range

$17.00 – $20.02

Minimum Qualifications

One (1) year of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

Three (3) years of related experience, preferably in a hospital setting.

Bilingual.

Duties and Responsibilities

Completes weekly projects as designated by the supervisor. Coordinates all project work assigned by management for shift(s) and communicates progress of work with other shift leads. Reports any equipment problems to supervisor.

Ensures employees are properly equipped and supplied with the necessary items to complete their tasks.

Follows proper procedures concerning infection control, chemical control, hazardous waste disposal and handling.

Follows proper work safety practices and body mechanics.

Performs beginning and end of shift check‑in and rounds through the facility.

Operates heavy‑duty electrical equipment such as wet vacuums, extractors, buffers, floor machines, auto scrubbers, upholstery machines, pressure washers and upright vacuums.

Participates in accurate inventory and record keeping concerning laundry services; communicates to manager when supplies are needed.

Performs other duties as required e.g., marking linen; cleaning linen areas; washing/drying mops, rags, lab coats, cubicle curtains, kitchen linens, etc.

Performs setup tasks during functions: setting up furniture, distributing and setting up audio‑visual equipment, and general cleaning before or after functions.

Successfully completes competency assessment and answers questions concerning policies and procedures while in the work environment.

Works open positions when necessary to assure all areas have adequate coverage.

Allocates resources to provide coverage throughout the facility.

Conducts quality‑insurance inspections and ensures corrective action as required based on minimum QA score.

Coordinates and executes small furniture moves and room setups in a timely manner.

Conducts monthly employee safety committee meetings and monthly department safety inspections.

Maintains composure and professionalism during difficult situations.

Physical Requirements

Standing, walking, bending, and stretching for the majority of the shift.

Ability to push heavy loaded carts and lift between 30–60 lbs.

Occasional climbing of ladders.

Frequent exposure to dirt, dust, blood, body waste, and contaminated waste; exposure to climate conditions when depositing trash in compactor.

Possibility of cuts and needle punctures.

Occasional exposure to hazards which may cause serious injury/illness (T.B., hepatitis, rodent bites). When working in non‑patient areas, hazards are minimal.

Requires manual dexterity using fine hand manipulation to operate prescription medications and computer keyboard.

Skills & Abilities

Ability to read simple instructions, write, and speak basic English.

Ability to operate simple mechanical devices such as floor rotos, vacuums, compactors, etc.

Familiarity with operation of heavy‑duty electrical cleaning equipment.

Ability to interact with other hospital staff members, visitors, and patients in a friendly, cooperative manner.

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Project Lead, Environmental Services Aide III