Environmental Services Specialist — Weekend & Holiday

Hartford HealthCare; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare is seeking a dedicated Housekeeping/Environmental Services team member at Hartford Hospital. You will perform general cleaning and routine tasks to maintain a sanitary environment for patients, visitors and staff.

Under supervision, you will operate cleaning equipment and follow department policies, ensuring a safe and welcoming hospital setting. English fluency and high school diploma or equivalent are required.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate standard cleaning equipment per training.
• Remain calm in a fast-paced hospital environment.
• Communicate effectively with patients, visitors and staff.
• Show initiative, flexibility and teamwork.
• Collaborate with nursing and other staff to enhance patient experience.
• Read and understand instructions; basic computer skills.
• Adhere to hospital policies and training requirements.
• Support Hartford HealthCare mission and values.
• Adhere to safety and infection prevention procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform general cleaning and routine tasks in assigned areas.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary environment for patients and staff.
• Operate cleaning equipment such as carts, buffers and vacuums.
• Follow department standards and policies for cleanliness.
• Work under supervision of Housekeeping/ Environmental Services Manager.

Skills

Operate cleaning equipment

Calm under pressure

Effective communication

Initiative & teamwork

Collaborate with care team

Read and follow instructions

Follow safety policies

Promote hospital values

Infection prevention awareness

English language proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Hartford HealthCare is seeking a dedicated Housekeeping/Environmental Services team member at Hartford Hospital. You will perform general cleaning and routine tasks to maintain a sanitary environment for patients, visitors and staff.

Under supervision, you will operate cleaning equipment and follow department policies, ensuring a safe and welcoming hospital setting. English fluency and high school diploma or equivalent are required.