Floor care technician / housekeeper / nights 40 hours

1810 Wentworth-Douglass Hospital; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

1810 Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is seeking a dedicated environmental services associate to maintain a clean, safe hospital environment. You will perform floor care, surface cleaning, and waste management in patient areas and public spaces.

The role requires 2–3 years of hospital cleaning experience, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Onsite schedule is Monday–Friday, 5am to 1:30pm with a regular 40-hour week.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• 2–3 years experience with hospital cleaning equipment and chemicals.
• Strong organization skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently but also be a team player.
• Good communication and comprehension skills.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, wax, strip, and polish floors.
• Vacuum carpets and clean surfaces.
• Restroom cleaning and restocking supplies.
• Identify and report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Set up tables, chairs, and equipment for meetings and events.
• Follow hospital safety, infection control, and environmental service protocols.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team player

Independent worker

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Hospital cleaning equipment

Job description

Site: Wentworth-Douglass Hospital Mass 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 Summary

Responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary healthcare environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Supports overall hospital operations by ensuring assigned areas meet cleanliness, infection prevention, and safety standards. Does this position require Patient Care? No.

Essential Functions

• Sweep, mop, wax, strip, and polish floors
• Vacuum and shampoo carpets
• Dust and polish furniture, fixtures, equipment, and woodwork throughout the facility
• Clean walls, ceilings, windows, blinds, sills, door panels, and glass surfaces
• Empty, clean, and sanitize trash and waste receptacles in assigned areas
• Clean and sanitize restrooms, including sinks, toilets, urinals, mirrors, walls, and drinking fountains; restock restroom supplies as needed
• Remove debris and maintain cleanliness around building entrances and surrounding areas
• Operate high- and low-speed floor care equipment, including stripping and buffing machines
• Set up and arrange tables, chairs, and equipment for meetings, events, and hospital activities
• Identify and report maintenance, safety, or repair concerns within assigned areas
• Follow all hospital safety, infection control, and environmental service protocols
• Maintain professionalism and provide excellent customer service when interacting with patients, visitors, and staff

Schedule

Monday to Friday 5am to 1:30pm

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred
• Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No
• Licenses and Credentials Experience working with the cleaning equipment and chemicals used in hospitals and healthcare centers 2-3 years required
• Strong organization skills with attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently but also be a team player
• Good communication and comprehension skills

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Reaching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Onsite Work Location

789 Central Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Night (United States of America)

Pay Range

$17.71 - $22.76/Hourly Grade 2

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EEO Statement

1810 Wentworth-Douglass Hospital 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.

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