Environmental Services Aide I

Massachusetts General Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Evening shift

Job summary

Mass General Brigham in Boston is seeking an Environmental Services Aide to maintain a clean, safe healthcare environment across patient and non-patient areas. The role supports operations through cleaning, disinfection, waste handling, and basic equipment use in the evening shift.

The position emphasizes courteous patient service, adherence to infection prevention practices, and collaboration with teams to ensure a sanitary and welcoming environment in a busy medical center.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Experience: 0-1 year related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning and disinfection duties according to schedules and infection prevention standards.
• Collect, transport, and dispose of waste following regulations.
• Clean and service patient and non-patient areas to maintain a safe, sanitary environment.
• Move furniture, equipment, and supplies as needed to support operations.
• Operate and maintain environmental services equipment (floor machines, buffers).
• Report equipment malfunctions or safety hazards to staff.
• Participate in departmental or unit meetings (min. eight per year).
• Provide courteous and professional service to patients, visitors, and staff.

Skills

Cleaning chemicals knowledge

Vacuum cleaners

Floor buffers

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Site: The General Hospital CorporationMass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.Job SummarySummaryResponsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary healthcare environment through routine cleaning, disinfection, waste removal, and infection prevention practices. Ensures assigned patient and non-patient care areas meet established cleanliness and safety standards.Does this position require Patient Care?NoEssential FunctionsPerform cleaning and disinfection duties in accordance with established schedules, infection prevention standards, and departmental procedures.Collect, transport, and dispose of waste streams according to regulatory and organizational guidelines.Clean and service assigned patient care and non-patient care areas to maintain a safe, sanitary, and orderly environment.Move furniture, equipment, and supplies throughout the medical center as needed to support operational needs.Operate and maintain environmental services equipment, including floor machines and buffers.Maintain patient rooms, common areas, offices, and clinical spaces in a clean and presentable condition.Follow all safety, infection control, and environmental services policies and procedures.Report equipment malfunctions, maintenance concerns, or safety hazards to appropriate personnel.Participate in a minimum of eight departmental or unit meetings annually.Provide courteous and professional service to patients, visitors, and staff while supporting a positive healthcare environment.QualificationsEducation High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Experience Related experience 0-1 year preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and how to apply chemicals safely. - Working knowledge of various cleaning tools like vacuum cleaners and floor buffers.Additional Job Details (if applicable)Monday through Friday5:30 pm- 10:30 pmRemote TypeOnsiteWork Location149 Thirteenth Street Building 149Scheduled Weekly Hours25Employee TypeRegularWork ShiftEvening (United States of America)Pay Range$17.71 - $22.15/HourlyGrade1At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.EEO Statement:1200 The General Hospital Corporation 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.Mass General Brigham Competency FrameworkAt Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.