Hospital Environmental Services & Floor Care Specialist

Yale New Haven Health; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale NewHaven Health is seeking a Hospital Housekeeper to perform comprehensive cleaning and maintenance across hospital areas under the supervision of the Housekeeping Supervisor. Responsibilities include floor care, room cleaning, waste disposal, and ensuring infection control standards are followed.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED (Healthcare experience preferred) and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED preferred.
• Healthcare experience preferred.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and infection control.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Work under the general direction of the Housekeeping Supervisor and follow assignments.
• Assemble cleaning equipment, prepare solutions, and operate cleaning machinery.
• Perform floor care, including buffing, refinishing, and carpet cleaning.
• Clean walls, fixtures, and patient areas; manage waste disposal.
• Maintain supply levels and assist with room set ups as needed.
• Report unsafe conditions and keep work areas orderly and clean.
• Adhere to safety practices and use protective gear when handling chemicals.
• Provide courteous service to patients and staff, minimizing disruption.
• Respond promptly to requests and communicate with supervision.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Power buffing equipment

Job description

Yale NewHaven Health is seeking a Hospital Housekeeper to perform comprehensive cleaning and maintenance across hospital areas under the supervision of the Housekeeping Supervisor. Responsibilities include floor care, room cleaning, waste disposal, and ensuring infection control standards are followed.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED (Healthcare experience preferred) and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.