Light Maintenance/Housekeeping Technician
About The Position
Henry Ford Behavioral Health Hospital is seeking a dedicated and reliable Housekeeping & Maintenance Technician to help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for our patients, visitors, and staff. This role is responsible for cleaning patient and common areas, maintaining sanitation standards, stocking supplies, supporting infection control practices throughout the facility, and assisting with light maintenance needs. The position plays an important role in responding to facility-related issues such as clogged toilets, minor maintenance concerns, gas leak notifications, and other operational needs, while also ensuring administrative areas, intake spaces, hallways, and shared workspaces remain clean, organized, and presentable.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Previous experience in housekeeping in a commercial, clinical or healthcare environment preferred.
- Ability to perform physical tasks, lift and carry supplies, and respond promptly to housekeeping and maintenance requests.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety, cleanliness, and customer service.
- CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
- First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Basic maintenance or facilities experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform specific cleaning and custodial tasks in the general upkeep, sanitation and cleanliness of the facility.
- Disinfect rooms, furniture, fixtures, equipment and supplies, using appropriate processes and germicides for cleaning equipment.
- Perform other housekeeping duties, such as move and arrange furniture, turn mattresses, clean kitchens, cooking utensils, silverware, sweep, scrub, wax, or polish floors as needed.
- Launder soiled linens as directed.
- Maintain adequate cleaning supplies for department/unit use.
- Properly clean and store all equipment and supplies after each shift.
- Prepare rooms for meetings and arrange decorations and furniture for facility functions.
- Responsible for stocking of supplies as needed
- Follow all infection control measures.
- Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
Benefits
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Supportive team culture focused on compassion, respect, and excellence.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
