Building Attendant - Hospital

Rochester General Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health's Canton-Potsdam Hospital is seeking a Building Attendant in Environmental Services to maintain clean, safe surroundings and provide excellent service to patients and staff.

The role supports daily operations in patient areas, offices and common spaces, following OSHA/MSDS guidelines and ensuring high sanitation standards. Per diem, evening hours (3:00 PM - 11:00 PM) are scheduled, with every other weekend on rotation.

Qualifications

• 6 Months industrial/institutional cleaning experience

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning and maintenance of patient rooms, operating rooms, restrooms, offices, and common areas; handle trash and waste disposal in compliance with standards.
• Maintain floors and carpets through stripping, waxing, and shampooing; ensure walkways are safe and accessible.
• Provide responsive assistance to patients, visitors, and staff, maintaining a strong focus on customer service and satisfaction.
• Adhere to OSHA and MSDS safety practices while working collaboratively to achieve departmental goals.

Skills

Industrial cleaning

Job description

Job Title: Building Attendant- Hospital

Department: Environmental Services

Location: Canton-Potsdam Hospital - 50 Leroy Street, Potsdam, NY 13676

Hours Per Week: Per Diem

Schedule: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM; including every other weekend

SUMMARY

Maintain sanitary and attractive surroundings, provide excellent customer service, and comply with safety/regulatory guidelines. Comply with OSHA and MSDS practices.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform cleaning and maintenance of patient rooms, operating rooms, restrooms, offices, and common areas; handle trash and waste disposal in compliance with standards.
• Maintain floors and carpets through stripping, waxing, and shampooing; ensure walkways are safe and accessible.
• Provide responsive assistance to patients, visitors, and staff, maintaining a strong focus on customer service and satisfaction.
• Adhere to OSHA and MSDS safety practices while working collaboratively to achieve departmental goals.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 6 Months industrial/ institutional cleaning experience

UNION

1199 SEIU (CPH) Service, Maintenance & Clerical Note: Not all per diem roles are union eligible

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Heavy - This category includes physically intensive work such as lifting heavy materials (up to 100 lbs.), climbing ladders, crawling into tight spaces, and working on uneven, slippery, or elevated surfaces. Employees must demonstrate strong motor coordination, balance, and spatial awareness to safely operate tools and equipment. High visual and auditory alertness is required, especially in areas with moving machinery. Emotional demands are moderate, focusing on hazard recognition, task accuracy, and adherence to safety standards. Environmental exposures may include extreme temperatures, dust, fumes, loud noise, and mechanical hazards. Personal protective equipment (PPE) and periodic physical examinations are often required. For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee's physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE

$18.46 - $26.24

The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.