Hospital Cleaning & Sanitation Specialist

Yale New Haven Health; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale New Haven Health in New Haven, CT is seeking an Environmental Services Aide to maintain cleanliness across patient areas and support a safe, patient-centered environment.

Under supervision, you will set up equipment, perform daily cleaning tasks, handle waste, and assist in maintaining bed management readiness and room turnover. Ideal candidates have a High School diploma or GED and at least six months of customer service experience, with strong teamwork and communication skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or preferred.
• Six months demonstrated customer service related work experience.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills; able to read, write, and do basic math.

Responsibilities

• Follows department procedures to maintain a safe, clean environment.
• Performs housekeeping tasks to keep areas clean and sanitary.
• Handles trash, recycling, and medical waste per protocol.
• Assists with room turnover and bed management readiness.
• Operates cleaning equipment and lifts up to 40 pounds as required.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Reading & writing

Basic math

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Yale New Haven Health in New Haven, CT is seeking an Environmental Services Aide to maintain cleanliness across patient areas and support a safe, patient-centered environment.

Under supervision, you will set up equipment, perform daily cleaning tasks, handle waste, and assist in maintaining bed management readiness and room turnover. Ideal candidates have a High School diploma or GED and at least six months of customer service experience, with strong teamwork and communication skills.