Tewksbury Hospital, under the Department of Public Health (DPH), a 370 Joint Commission accredited hospital is currently hiring EVS Hospital Cleaners to work for the Environmental Services Department at Tewksbury Hospital on 1st shift and 2nd shift. The hospital provides a broad treatment of care and comfort to adults with medical and/or mental illnesses.

Please note: These positions are 40 hours per week working 1st (7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) or 2nd (3:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.) days off will be discussed during the interview process.

These duties listed below are a summary and not all inclusive:

- Performs day-to-day housekeeping services to the main hospital and other buildings on campus to ensure a clean, attractive facility in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards.
- Sweeps, vacuums and washes floors, using appropriate equipment and supplies to maintain the cleanliness and appearance of the hospital.
- Dusts, polishes and washes interior surfaces such as windows, furniture, walls, ceilings etc. using appropriate supplies/equipment in order to maintain building in a clean and orderly condition.
- Cleans toilets, lavatories, washrooms, janitor closets, patient rooms, etc. using appropriate supplies/equipment in order to maintain the appearance and cleanliness of such areas.
- Cleaning of precaution rooms (including COVID), discharges, and terminal cleaning including all furniture and surfaces in room; based on assigned area may including bedmaking.
- Removes and rehangs window treatments, privacy curtains, shower curtains, etc.
- Distribution of clean linen and transportation of soiled linen.
- Empties and relines trash receptacles, paying attention to the safe and proper handling of all types of waste, i.e. regular, medical.
- Performs lifting and moving activities such as moving of offices, patient care unit furniture, i.e. tables, beds, file cabinets, desks etc.
- Arranges and prepares conference rooms and other areas as needed by facility
- Based on assignment may be assigned to strip/refinish floor, shampoo/clean upholstery. Uses Kiavac machine and distribute supplies.
- Performs other related assignments as required and operational necessary to meet the needs of the facility.

**Required Qualifications**:

- Demonstrated ability to follow oral and written instructions/directions.
- Talent for establishing and maintaining harmonious working relationships and deal tactfully with others.
- Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time and lift/carry heavy objects.

**Preferred Qualifications**:

- Demonstrated language skills that allow for two-way communication, effective patient service, coordination with other members of the patient care team.
- Prior experience providing cleaning/housekeeping services.

**About Tewksbury Hospital**:
Tewksbury Hospital offers a broad range of services including a physician on site at all times, around-the-clock nursing care, rehabilitation services including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy, psychology services, social services, nutritional services, and an on-site dialysis clinic.

**Pre-Hire Process**:
Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines.

For questions about this requisition, please contact 800-510-4122 x4

MassCareers questions and access issues, please contact the ESC at 617-979-8500

Qualifications - External

Minimum Entrance Requirements: None

Special Requirements: None

**Comprehensive Benefits**

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

**An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.**

Pay: $38,620.14 - $48,837.36 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Family leave
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift

Work Location: In person