Environmental Services Aide III

Tufts Medicine; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 23,419 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits starting day one

403(b) retirement plan with company‑m​

Tuition reimbursement

Free on-campus parking

Career growth opportunities

Guaranteed hours and set schedule

Job summary

Tufts Medicine - Lowell General Hospital is seeking an Environmental Services professional to help maintain a clean, safe hospital environment and support daily housekeeping and administrative activities. The role includes coordinating tasks, inspecting rooms, and ensuring adherence to quality standards in a fast-paced setting.

The position is located at Lowell General Hospital in Lowell, MA, with 40 hours per week from 3pm to 11:30pm, including every other weekend and holiday.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of related experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 3 years of related experience in a hospital setting preferred.
• Bilingual abilities are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manages weekly projects and coordinates shift tasks.
• Ensures equipment and supplies are available for tasks.
• Follows infection control, chemical control, and safety procedures.
• Performs facility rounds and bed tracking.
• Allocates resources to cover shifts and inspect quality.

Skills

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community health care to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, Melrose/Wakefield Healthcare, an expansive home care network and a large clinically integrated physician network, Tufts Medicine has more than 15,000 dedicated employees and caregivers.

Why Join Us?

At Tufts Medicine - Lowell General Hospital, we’re more than a health system – we’re a community of the brightest minds and the biggest hearts in healthcare. We combine academic innovation with compassion and community. Our Environmental Services Workers are a critical part of our team and our hospital. Lowell General Hospital is a great place to work – with a family friendly culture, competitive salaries, and great benefits. If that excites you, then you belong with us.

Job Profile Summary

This role focuses on activities related to the support services functions, such as dietary and food services, environmental services, general facilities, repair and maintenance, parking, sterilization and transportation to ensure all required support activities are completed in a timely manner and meet the organization’s quality standards and expectations. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Environmental Services duties: research the environmental effects of activities to develop methods of controlling or minimizing factors contributing to environmental damage and/or improving the effectiveness of restorative activities. The role is an administrative or clerical support function or a role that focuses on the support of daily business activities operating in a hands on environment. The majority of time is spent in the delivery of support services or activities, typically under supervision. A senior level role that requires broad knowledge of operational procedures and tools obtained through extensive work experience and may require vocational or technical education. Works under limited supervision for routine situations, provides assistance and training to lower level employees, and problems typically are not routine and require analysis to understand.

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. The position coordinates the department’s daily tasks among frontline employees and ensures a clean, safe environment. Responsibilities include room inspections, coordinating scheduled floor care, shift lineup coverage, inter-department customer relations, and supervision of bed tracking. The 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.

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries & benefits that start on day one
• 403(b) retirement with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free on-campus parking
• Career growth opportunities
• Guaranteed hours and set schedule

Location & Hours

Location: Lowell General Hospital - 295 Varnum Avenue - Lowell, MA

Hours: 40 Hours - 3pm to 11:30pm - Every other weekend (Sat-Sun) and every other holiday required

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.
• Makes sure 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 facility.
• Operates heavy duty electrical equipment: 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 the linen areas; washing/drying mops, rags, lab coats, cubicle curtains, kitchen linens, etc.
• Performs the following as needed during functions: setting up of furniture, distribution and set‑up of audio visual equipment, and general cleaning, before or after functions.
• Successfully completes competency assessment. Answers questions concerning policies and procedures while in the work environment.
• Works in open positions when necessary to assure all areas have adequate coverage.
• Allocate resources to provide coverage through 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 majority of 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 or illness (TB, hepatitis, rodent bites). When working in non‑patient areas, those hazards are minimal.
• Requires manual dexterity using fine hand manipulation to operate prescription medications and computer keyboard.

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to effectively communicate in English verbally and in written format.
• Ability to read and understand procedures and directions in English.
• Ability to multi‑task and establish priorities.
• Ability to maintain organization in a changing environment.
• Exhibits initiative, responsibility, flexibility, and leadership.
• Ability to use working knowledge of environment and equipment to meet established objectives.
• Ability to interact with other hospital staff members, visitors, and patients in a friendly, cooperative manner.

Magnet Designation

The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) honored Lowell General Hospital with Magnet Recognition for excellence in nursing care, our fourth designation achieved in March 2025! The Magnet Recognition Program recognizes healthcare organizations dedicated to nursing excellence, professionalism, and patient‑focused care. It is the highest level of recognition an organization can receive for providing the very best quality in patient care. Only nine percent of hospitals in the United States have achieved Magnet status and fewer than one percent have achieved a fourth consecutive Magnet designation.

Pay Range

$17.00 - $20.02