General Laborer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: General Laborer – Hospital Cleanup

Job Description

This role supports cleanup and facility operations in a hospital environment by maintaining clean, safe, and organized areas throughout the facility. You will perform a variety of physical tasks, follow established safety and infection control procedures, and work professionally in both patient-care and support areas while paying close attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Remove debris, trash, and waste materials from designated areas throughout the hospital.
• Clean and maintain hallways, storage areas, loading docks, and work zones to meet hospital standards.
• Assist with renovation, construction, or maintenance cleanup projects within the facility as needed.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and sanitize work areas according to hospital cleaning protocols.
• Move furniture, equipment, supplies, and materials safely and efficiently throughout the facility.
• Collect and transport recyclable materials and waste to appropriate disposal and recycling areas.
• Follow infection control procedures, safety guidelines, and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements at all times.
• Report safety hazards, spills, and maintenance concerns promptly to supervisors or appropriate personnel.
• Support facility and maintenance teams with general labor tasks and special projects as assigned.
• Maintain a professional appearance and respectful attitude while working in occupied hospital areas around patients, visitors, and staff.
• Use hand tools and power tools safely when required for cleaning, disassembly, or material handling tasks.
• Assist with loading and unloading trucks, breaking down pallets, and organizing materials in designated areas.
• Perform basic assembly and disassembly tasks, including packing, unpacking, and organizing supplies and equipment.
• Handle materials efficiently by picking, packing, and staging items for movement within the facility.
• Maintain general housekeeping standards in all assigned work areas, ensuring cleanliness and organization at all times.

Essential Skills

• Previous experience in general labor, janitorial, housekeeping, or cleanup roles preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks throughout the shift.
• Comfort working on your feet for extended periods, including standing, walking, bending, lifting, and carrying materials.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions accurately and consistently.
• Strong attention to safety, cleanliness, and adherence to hospital protocols.
• Reliable attendance, punctuality, and dependability.
• Comfort working in warehouse, healthcare, hospital, or commercial facility environments is a plus.
• Demonstrated safety awareness and commitment to using PPE and safe work practices.
• Effective teamwork and communication skills to coordinate tasks with facility and maintenance staff.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail in all cleaning and material handling tasks.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with general labor tasks such as loading, unloading, and material handling.
• Familiarity with janitorial, cleaning, and housekeeping practices in commercial or healthcare settings.
• Ability to perform tasks such as breaking down pallets, loading and unloading trucks, and organizing materials.
• Experience using hand tools and power tools safely for basic cleaning, disassembly, or assembly tasks.
• Comfort using tape measures, basic assembly tools, and related equipment for simple setup or breakdown tasks.
• Experience with tasks such as picking, packing, and staging materials for movement within a facility.
• Knowledge of sanitizing procedures and general cleaning standards in high-traffic environments.
• Experience working in environments with established safety, infection control, or confidentiality requirements.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact respectfully with patients, visitors, and staff while performing duties.

Why Work Here?

You will join a team that plays a vital role in maintaining a safe, clean, and supportive environment for a healthcare facility. The work offers consistent, hands-on tasks with clear procedures and expectations, allowing you to see the direct impact of your efforts every day. You can build valuable experience in a professional healthcare setting, develop your skills in safety, cleanliness, and facility operations, and gain exposure to a variety of tasks that can support future career growth in facilities, maintenance, or healthcare support roles.

Work Environment

This position is based in a hospital and healthcare facility setting, where you may work in and around patient-care areas, public spaces, and support zones such as hallways, loading docks, and storage areas. You will regularly interact with patients, visitors, and healthcare staff, and you must maintain a professional and respectful demeanor at all times. The role involves continuous physical activity, including standing, walking, lifting, bending, and carrying materials throughout your shift. You will work under strict hospital safety and infection control protocols and must adhere to confidentiality requirements related to the healthcare environment. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), such as gloves, safety glasses, masks, and other protective gear, will be required as needed based on specific tasks and areas of the facility.

This is a Contract position based out of Fort Worth, TX.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $23.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Fort Worth,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 23, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.