Lead Housekeeping Aide

Trinity Health Of New England; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital, part of Trinity Health Of New England, is hiring Environmental Services staff for the Night Shift. This full‑time role focuses on maintaining a sanitary hospital environment, performing cleaning tasks, and training staff on procedures.

You will receive cleaning assignments, prepare materials, clean and restock, and assist with patient area turnover. The position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits through Trinity Health Of New England.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand written instructions.
• 6–12 months of prior work experience.
• No certification or licensure required.
• Ability to understand simple instructions and basic math.

Responsibilities

• Receive cleaning assignments and prepare cleaning materials.
• Clean areas with germicidal solutions and polish fixtures.
• Strip beds and restock supplies after patient dismissal.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Analytical thinking

Basic math

Job description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Night Shift

Description:

Come join the Environmental Services team at Saint Francis Hospital, part of Trinity Health Of New England! We are a member of the nationwide Trinity Health family, bringing compassionate care to our communities.

Schedule: Full-Time 40 Hours- Night Shift

Position Purpose:

According to established procedures, performs repetitive cleaning tasks in maintaining assigned Hospital area in an orderly and sanitary condition. Trains all employees on department procedures. Makes visual spot inspections; assists employees with procedural questions, makes recommendations to supervisor about project work. Performs preventive maintenance on equipment. Performs daily staffing adjustments when call outs occur.

What you will do:

• Receives cleaning assignments, requests cleaning materials and supplies such as mops, buckets, electric buffer, vacuum cleaner, rags, disinfectants, and the like from designated areas. Mixes cleaning solutions, loads service cart and transports same to work areas.
• Cleans assigned areas by washing furnishings, tile, fixtures and equipment with germicidal cleaning solutions. Scours and polishes sinks, tubs, toilets, mirrors, and the like.
• Upon dismissal of patients, strips, cleans and makes beds with fresh linens, cleans other furniture and disposes of refuse by emptying wastebaskets. Restocks supplies of soap, tissues, towels, and other disposable items.

Working Conditions:

• Requires working with equipment or performing procedures where carelessness would probably result in minor cuts, bruises or muscle pulls.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions and six to twelve months of previous work-related experience plus three months or less of on-the-job training and orientation.
• No certification, registration, or licensure required.
• Work requires the analytical ability to read and understand instructions, add and subtract numbers, and make comparisons between numbers and letters.
• Work requires the ability to understand and respond to simple written or verbal instructions. Occasionally requires contact with patients and/or visitors, which involves ordinary courtesy.

Compensation and Benefits:

At Trinity Health Of New England, we understand that the success of our organization is directly related to our hardworking, compassionate, and dedicated colleagues who contribute their time and skills to help transform healthcare. That's why we've compiled a competitive, comprehensive compensation and benefits package that offers our colleagues protection and peace of mind, both at home and at work.

Pay Range: $17.50- $23.80 per hour

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug and Vision Coverage
• Retirement Savings Program with Employer Match
• Time Off - may include Paid Time Off, Vacation, Sick Time and Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Opportunities
• Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
• Well-being Initiative
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities within Trinity Health

Ministry/Facility Information

Trinity Health Of New England is an integrated health care delivery system that is comprised of world-class providers and facilities dedicated to full spectrum preventative, acute, and post-acute care. We aim to deliver top level care to increase our community's overall health at lower costs. While we serve nearly 3 million people, we are proud to be a part of a national system that focuses on putting our patients first and having the best colleagues to do so.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.