Housekeeper FT 40/hrs - Days 10am-8:30pm

Wentworth-Douglass Physicians Organization (WDP); Dover (NH); On-site; USD 24,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Wentworth-Douglass Hospital in Dover, NH is seeking a full-time Housekeeper to maintain a clean, safe environment across the Medical Center. The role supports infection prevention, requires basic cleaning experience, and offers an hourly wage with shift differentials.

Work hours are from 10 AM to 8:30 PM on a 40-hour schedule, onsite at 789 Central Avenue. You will perform cleaning, waste disposal, and equipment operation per safety standards, and participate in departmental meetings.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• 0-1 year related experience preferred.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safe handling procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning and sanitizing duties according to schedules and infection control guidelines.
• Maintain clean, safe, and sanitary patient and non-patient areas.
• Dispose of waste following established procedures.
• Operate cleaning equipment (floor machines, buffers) safely.
• Move and reposition furniture, equipment, and supplies as needed.
• Attend department meetings and participate in environmental services tasks.

Skills

Cleaning procedures

Infection control

Sanitation

Education

High School Diploma or Equival ent

Tools

Vacuum cleaners

Floor buffers

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

Housekeeper - FT Days / 40 hours
Schedule - 10AM - 8:30PM Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Friday
Salary Range: $17.71 - $31.09; pay based on experience PLUS SHIFT DIFFERENTIALS
Summary: Responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment throughout the Medical Center. This role helps support infection prevention efforts by thoroughly cleaning and sanitizing assigned areas, properly handling and disposing of waste, and using appropriate cleaning equipment and procedures in accordance with established safety and infection control standards.

Does this position require Patient Care?

No

Essential Functions

• Performs cleaning and sanitizing duties in accordance with established schedules, departmental procedures, and infection control guidelines.
• Maintains assigned patient and non-patient areas in a clean, safe, orderly, and sanitary condition.
• Removes and properly disposes of waste in accordance with established waste-stream procedures.
• Cleans and services assigned areas following departmental standards and procedures.
• Moves furniture, equipment, and supplies throughout the Medical Center as needed.
• Operates assigned cleaning equipment, including floor machines and buffers.
• Follows appropriate safety procedures when handling cleaning supplies, equipment, and waste.
• Participates in a minimum of eight department/unit meetings annually.
• Performs additional cleaning and environmental services duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Licenses and Credentials

Experience

Related experience 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and how to apply chemicals safely.
• Working knowledge of various cleaning tools like vacuum cleaners and floor buffers.

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

Work Location

789 Central Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$17.71 - $20.82/Hourly

Grade

1

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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