Housekeeper

Environmental Services Worker

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals 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 to support infection prevention and control standards. This role performs a variety of environmental services duties including cleaning, disinfecting, waste removal, and equipment handling to minimize the spread of disease. This position does not involve direct patient care.

Essential Functions

• Perform routine and specialized cleaning duties in accordance with organizational standards and infection control protocols.
• Clean, disinfect, and service assigned patient and non-patient areas using approved procedures and schedules.
• Safely collect, handle, and dispose of regulated and non-regulated waste streams.
• Move furniture, equipment, and supplies as needed to support departmental operations and thorough cleaning.
• Operate environmental services equipment including floor machines, buffers, and vacuums.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards at all times to ensure a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
• Follow all safety guidelines related to chemical usage and equipment handling.
• Participate in a minimum of eight department or unit meetings annually.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Experience

0–1 year of related experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safe handling procedures
• Familiarity with environmental services equipment (e.g., vacuums, floor buffers)
• Ability to follow infection control and safety protocols
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

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%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Work Location

789 Central Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$17.71 - $20.82/Hourly

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