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Housekeeping I

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$13.25 - $17/hr

Cleans sterile areas of the hospital. Cleans and disinfects surfaces as required by wiping, dusting ... This is an entry-level position. LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION: None required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ...

$14.25 - $17.25/hr

You will operate presses to fabricate stones, then clean and inspect each part to ensure it meets ... Hospital Indemnity * 401(k) Eligibility * Company Paid Benefits: * Group Life and AD&D Insurance

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How much do entry level hospital cleaner jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level hospital cleaner in the United States is $16.84, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $18.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Hospital Cleaner vs Hospital Environmental Services Technician?

AspectEntry Level Hospital CleanerHospital Environmental Services Technician
Required CertificationsNone typically requiredOften requires basic training or certification in cleaning protocols
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, healthcare facilitiesHospitals, healthcare settings, medical centers
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly used in healthcare industry for cleaning rolesUsed interchangeably with hospital cleaner, sometimes more formal
Job ResponsibilitiesCleaning patient rooms, hallways, restroomsCleaning, disinfecting, waste disposal, maintaining hygiene standards

Both roles involve cleaning and disinfecting in healthcare settings, with similar work environments and minimal certification requirements. The term 'Hospital Environmental Services Technician' may imply a more formal or comprehensive role, but generally, both are essential for maintaining hospital hygiene and safety.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Hospital Cleaner job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 4% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,034 per year, or $16.8 per hour.

Housekeeping - Per Diem - TMC Rincon

Tucson Medical Center

Tucson, AZ • On-site

$13.25 - $17/hr

Per diem

Re-posted 14 days ago


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7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 78 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

302nd of 1,059 rated hospitals


Job description

Housekeeping - Per Diem - TMC Rincon
Job CategoryEntry level
SchedulePer Diem
ShiftRotating Shift

SUMMARY:

Provides a sanitary and aesthetically pleasing environment for patients, visitors, and employees. Cleans sterile areas of the hospital. Cleans and disinfects surfaces as required by wiping, dusting, dust mopping, wet mopping, scrubbing, and vacuuming. Gathers and disposes of trash, waste materials, and bio-hazardous materials. Services and cleans paper and soap dispensers. Maintains hospital equipment and supplies in good working order. Removes and re-hangs draperies and cubicle curtains.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Adheres to and supports team members in exhibiting TMCH values of integrity, community, compassion, and dedication.
  • Identifies appropriate cleaning methods for specific environment.
  • Identifies appropriate cleaning product; follows manufacturer directions and/or established hospital procedures for application of cleaning product.
  • Collects refuse and deposits in allocated place for pickup and disposal; handles discarded hazardous materials safely and appropriately.

Identifies and matches paper and soap products for appropriate dispensers and fills as required.

  • Cleans and assists with basic daily maintenance of equipment; uses proper body techniques to move furniture or other items as needed.
  • Follows procedures for scheduled removal or as needed maintenance and replacement of draperies and curtains.
  • Adheres to TMCH organizational and department-specific safety and confidentiality policies and standards.
  • Exhibits excellence in customer service through appropriate attitude and interaction with all patients, visitors, and staff.
  • Performs terminal cleaning procedures of patient rooms and prepares room for new occupant; follows isolation procedures in isolation rooms.
  • Makes recommendations concerning, painting, repairs, furnishings and furniture, relocation of equipment and allocation of space to improve sanitation, appearances, and efficiency.
  • Performs related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.

EXPERIENCE: None. This is an entry-level position.

LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION: None required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Ability to learn and utilize cleaning applications and products.

Skill in following directions and organizing work.

If patient facing, must have the ability to read or listen and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos in the English language. English is not a requirement for non-patient facing roles.

Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers.

Ability to read a clock and accurately document time.

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

Ability to perform basic computer tasks (e.g. log in and out, check e-mail, etc.).

Employment Type: PER_DIEM

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