Building Attendant I

The Facilities Management department delivers essential services such as operations, maintenance, housekeeping, environmental health and safety, emergency management, and construction to ensure safe, clean, and functional environments. As a Building Attendant I, you will help maintain these standards across patient care and prevention facilities.

The ideal candidate for Building Attendant I is dependable, detail-oriented, and willing to learn infection prevention and safety practices. No prior education or experience is required, making this an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking stable employment and growth.

Salary Range: Minimum $18.00 - Midpoint $20.54 - Maximum $23.07

Work Location: Houston, Texas

The typical work schedule has multiple shifts available:
• Monday-Friday & Weekends, 7:00am-3:30pm
• Monday-Friday & Weekends, 3:00pm-11:30am
• Monday-Friday, 5:00pm-1:30am & Saturday-Sunday, 2:30pm-11:00pm
• Monday-Friday & Weekends, 11:00am-7:30pm
• Monday-Friday & Weekends, 10:30pm-7:00am

Why Us?
Join a team that directly supports MD Anderson's mission to eliminate cancer by creating a safe and healing environment for patients, families, and staff. This role offers stability, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement.
• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
• Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

Responsibilities
• Perform daily cleaning and housekeeping tasks in assigned areas
• Inspect spaces to identify needs and ensure quality standards
• Safely handle and use cleaning chemicals and equipment
• Record and report cleaning activities to supervisors
• Collect and dispose of trash, sharps, and special waste
• Support floor care including scrubbing, stripping, waxing, buffing, and burnishing
• Maintain cleaning equipment in satisfactory condition
• Comply with all institutional policies and standards
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements
EDUCATION
• Required: None

WORK EXPERIENCE
• Required: None

OTHER REQUIREMENTS
In this role, you are considered ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL.

Please Note: You may be required to transport Covid-19 suspected and/or positive trash. You will be provided with appropriate Protective Equipment (PPE). The required PPE will involve a Fit Test. Proper fitting may necessitate trimming or shaving facial hair because beard growth or facial hair prevents the necessary seal between the respirator and the face.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.