Environmental Services Aide I

Tufts Medicine • New London, CT

10d • $17 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Melrose/Wakefield Hospital, part of the Tufts Medicine system, is hiring an Environmental Services Aide I to maintain a clean, orderly, and attractive environment. Under close supervision, the role performs routine housekeeping tasks in patient areas, offices, clinics, and other assigned spaces, following established standards for cleanliness and sanitation.

The position supports hospital operations by cleaning and disinfecting rooms, surfaces, floors, and bathrooms; managing waste and linen; replenishing supplies; preparing rooms and furniture; and completing project work. The aide may also clean and sanitize operating rooms and handle hazardous biological waste. Work includes using cleaning chemicals and equipment, following infection-control procedures, and reporting equipment problems to a supervisor.

This is a full-time position at Lawrence Memorial Hospital in Medford, Massachusetts. The schedule is an evening shift, 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., 40 hours per week, including every other weekend and a holiday rotation. The stated pay range is $17.00–$20.02, based on full-time equivalent.

Requirements

• Ability to read simple instructions, write, and speak basic English.
• Ability to operate simple mechanical devices such as floor rotos, vacuums, and compactors.
• Familiarity with heavy-duty electrical cleaning equipment.
• Ability to interact in a friendly and cooperative manner with hospital staff, visitors, and patients.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and stretch for most of the shift.
• Ability to push heavily loaded carts and lift 30–60 pounds.
• Ability to climb ladders occasionally.
• Manual dexterity for fine hand manipulation.

Nice To Haves

• One year of related experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Keep the cleaning cart orderly and stocked with required supplies, and never leave cleaning solution unattended.
• Remove regular rubbish, cardboard, recyclable paper, and hazardous materials.
• Use appropriate chemicals and tools to dust and damp-disinfect floors, including corners and baseboards; place wet-floor signs when mopping.
• Empty and clean ashtrays, wastebaskets, and other receptacles; replace liners and take collected trash to the designated location or compactor when assigned.
• Clean and disinfect public, private, and patient-room bathrooms and replenish bathroom supplies.
• Replenish soap, toilet paper, and paper towels.
• Disinfect patient rooms and clean and make beds vacated due to discharge, transfer, or expiration.
• Clean beds with disinfectant and make them with fresh linen after patient discharge.
• Transport linen hampers to designated pickup areas and replace full linen bags.
• Perform project work such as wall washing, cubicle changing, waste-container cleaning, and window washing.
• Damp-dust, polish, and disinfect furniture, telephones, and horizontal surfaces; vacuum carpets and upholstery.
• Set up furniture and audio-visual equipment for functions and perform general cleaning before or after events as needed.
• Operate heavy-duty or electrical cleaning equipment, including wet vacuums, extractors, floor machines, buffers, upholstery shampooers, dry vacuums, and auto scrubbers.
• Collect needle boxes and dispose of them in the appropriate area according to departmental procedures.
• Report equipment problems to the supervisor.
• Complete daily inspections of assigned areas as directed by the supervisor.
• Follow infection-control procedures.
• Complete all work assigned to the crew for the shift.
• Clean and sanitize operating rooms as needed, potentially including collection and disposal of hazardous biological waste.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and benefits starting on day one.
• 403(b) retirement plan with hospital match.
• Opportunities for growth.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Free parking.
• Comprehensive Total Rewards package supporting health, financial security, and career growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED