Hospital Housekeeper: Sanitation & Infection Control

Salem Hospital; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

North Shore Medical Center, Inc. is seeking a hospital cleaning technician responsible for preventing disease spread by thorough cleaning, sanitizing areas, and safely disposing of waste.

The role includes operating floor machines and buffers, moving supplies, and maintaining sanitary conditions across departments. Ideal candidates have high school completion with preferred experience; knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safety procedures is essential.

Qualifications

• High school education preferred; experience accepted in lieu of degree.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and how to apply them safely.
• Able to follow infection control guidelines and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning duties according to established schedules and infection control guidelines.
• Complete waste stream removal and hazardous waste disposal.
• Clean and service assigned areas to maintain a neat, sanitary hospital environment.
• Move furniture, equipment, and supplies as needed in departments.
• Operate cleaning equipment such as floor machines and buffers.
• Attend at least eight unit/department meetings annually.
• Maintain cleanliness of patient and non-patient areas at all times.

Skills

Cleaning chemicals safety

Cleaning procedures

Education

Some High School Completed

Tools

Vacuum cleaners

Floor buffers

Job description

North Shore Medical Center, Inc. is seeking a hospital cleaning technician responsible for preventing disease spread by thorough cleaning, sanitizing areas, and safely disposing of waste.

The role includes operating floor machines and buffers, moving supplies, and maintaining sanitary conditions across departments. Ideal candidates have high school completion with preferred experience; knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safety procedures is essential.