Housekeeping Evening 40 hours

1810 Wentworth-Douglass Hospital; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Wentworth‑Douglas Hospital is seeking an Environmental Services professional to maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary environment throughout the Medical Center. You will disinfect patient and non-patient areas, properly handle waste, and keep equipment in good working order to support infection prevention standards.

The role requires high school level education (preferred) with 0–1 year related experience. Evening shift, onsite at 789 Central Avenue, with a 40-hour work week and competitive pay

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Related experience 0–1 year preferred.
• Licenses and Credentials: None.

Responsibilities

• Maintains clean, safe, and sanitary environment across Medical Center areas.
• Operates cleaning equipment such as floor machines and buffers.
• Collects and disposes of general waste per procedures and infection control guidelines.
• Responds to cleaning requests in a timely and professional manner.

Skills

Cleaning chemicals

Cleaning tools

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Wentworth–Douglas 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 environment throughout the Medical Center. This position plays an important role in infection prevention by thoroughly cleaning and disinfecting patient and non‑patient areas, properly handling and disposing of waste, and maintaining equipment and assigned work areas according to established safety and infection control standards.

Essential Functions

Performs routine and detailed cleaning and sanitizing of assigned patient and non‑patient areas in accordance with established schedules, departmental procedures, and infection prevention guidelines. Cleans and services rooms, common areas, offices, hallways, and other assigned areas to maintain a safe, sanitary, and welcoming environment. Collects, removes, and properly disposes of general waste and other designated waste streams according to established procedures. Moves furniture, equipment, and supplies as needed throughout Medical Center departments. Operates assigned cleaning equipment, including floor machines, buffers, and other Environmental Services equipment. Maintains cleaning equipment and supplies in a safe, organized, and working condition. Follows all safety, sanitation, infection control, and hazardous‑material handling procedures. Responds to cleaning needs and department requests in a timely and professional manner. Participates in a minimum of eight department or unit meetings annually. Maintains assigned areas in a clean, orderly, safe, and sanitary condition at all times. Performs additional Environmental Services duties as assigned to support the needs of the Medical Center.

Schedule / Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred
• Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No
• Licenses and Credentials: None
• 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%)

Additional Job Details

Remote Type: Onsite
Work Location: 789 Central Avenue
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Employee Type: Regular
Work Shift: Evening (United States of America)
Pay Range: $17.71 - $20.82/Hourly
Grade: 1

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

1810 Wentworth‑Douglas 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.

Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People‑Focused, half Performance‑Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.

Recruitment and Culture

Combat disease. Hold a hand. Help people. Impact the world. Mass General Brigham is a passionate, welcoming community where minds meet caring hearts. Come be a part of the world’s most powerful force in medicine, where every role is important in changing lives. Our history includes New England hospitals founded over 200 years ago, some of the first and most prestigious hospitals in the world. Built on the legacy of two leading academic medical centers, we’re more than a system—we’re leaders in the practice of medicine. Mass General Brigham is committed to serving the community. We are dedicated to enhancing patient care, teaching and research, and taking a leadership role as an integrated health care system. We recognize that increasing value and continuously improving quality are essential to maintaining excellence.