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Janitor
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Chandler, AZ, 85224
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 18-22.03 HOUR
Date Posted : 8 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As a Janitor, your role will be to provide basic and specialty cleaning services to all areas of the hospital, focusing primarily on the operations of heavy mechanical equipment (e.g., scrubbers, buffers, polishers, extractors, wet vacuuming equipment, etc.) used in the cleaning and maintenance of hard and soft (i.e., carpet) flooring surfaces, including stairwells, hallways and public spaces.
You will also work in Specialty Units that includes providing a safe care environment for patients, and staff (visitors as appropriate to setting) within a specialty area (surgical services/perioperative suite, cath lab, endoscopy, etc.) achieved by demonstrating the principles of cleaning, disinfection and quality assurance toward the reduction of harmful pathogens for the benefit of patients, visitors, and staff. Responsibilities may also include work in the Environmental Services Tech I classification.
- Responsible for completing as assigned, performs all types of floor care and maintenance throughout the facility, including hard surfaces and carpeting.
- Cleans and performs routine maintenance on floor equipment; requesting assistance from plant operations and maintenance as needed.
- Performs project work and specialty tasks according to facility needs. Can include tasks such as conference room set up/dismantle according to function sheets and schedules, cleaning of stairwells and elevators, and hanging of cubicle curtains.
- Responsible for cleaning and disinfection of specialty units & equipment. Areas include but are not limited to Surgical Services, Labor Delivery, Critical Care, Endoscopy, MRI, Trauma, Cath Lab, NICU, Mental Health and Burn Unit.
- Performs duties while demonstrating working knowledge of the health care cleaning and disinfecting principles and requirements, proper and safe chemical use, equipment handling, and labor saving products for all items within the specialty environment tasked with servicing.
- Maintains supplies and equipment by properly stocking and restocking environmental services cart in a neat and orderly fashion
- Follows all environmental and infection prevention practices (i.e. proper cleaning and disinfection protocols and process, hand hygiene, standard & isolation precautions, as well as proper donning and doffing of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Demonstrates the ability to operate and properly maintain all EVS tools and equipment needed to clean and disinfect the environment and Assists in onboarding new Environmental Services Techs as requested
Dignity Health now offers an Education Benefit program for benefit-eligible employees after 180 days. This program provides debt relief and student loan assistance to help you achieve your goals. Full-time employees can receive up to $18,000 over five years, while part-time employees can receive up to $9,000.
Join our EVS team today!
Job Requirements
Preferred:
- Previous healthcare experience
- Floor care experience
- HS Diploma or GED
Hello Humankindness
Chandler Regional Medical Center is a 429 bed non-profit facility providing quality health care to patients and communities in and around Chandler, Arizona. We are part of CommonSpirit Health which operates 139 hospitals and more than 1,000 care sites across 21 states, making our services accessible to nearly 1 in 4 U.S. residents.
If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us.
For the health of our community ... we are proud to announce that we are a tobacco-free campus.
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Frequently asked questions
Catholic Health Initiatives janitors specialize in healthcare settings, requiring knowledge of infection control and disinfection in sensitive areas like surgical suites. This goes beyond standard janitorial tasks, emphasizing patient safety and use of specialized cleaning equipment uncommon in general commercial cleaning roles.
Hospital janitors in Chandler must handle high-touch surfaces with strict disinfection protocols, maintain sterile environments in specialty units, and operate heavy machinery for floor care—all while adhering to infection prevention standards to reduce pathogen transmission among patients and staff.
Mastery of specialized floor equipment, understanding of healthcare sanitation protocols, and familiarity with chemical safety are key skills. Developing expertise in environmental services tech roles and infection control can open pathways to supervisory or specialist janitorial positions.
Janitorial jobs in Chandler’s healthcare sector see moderate competition due to steady demand, but candidates with healthcare-specific experience and certifications tend to have a hiring advantage, reflecting the community’s focus on quality patient care and safety.
Certifications in infection control, OSHA safety standards, and hazardous materials handling boost employability locally. Training on medical-grade disinfectants and proper PPE use aligns with Chandler’s healthcare industry requirements, enhancing candidate appeal.
Yes, Catholic Health Initiatives provides benefit-eligible janitors with education assistance after 180 days, including up to $18,000 for full-time employees over five years. This program supports skill development and financial relief, encouraging career growth within the company.
This role demands proficiency in maintaining sterile environments in critical care units and handling heavy cleaning machinery. The work environment prioritizes patient safety and infection prevention, making it more specialized and impactful compared to standard janitorial roles.
Janitors in Chandler typically earn an average hourly wage between $13 and $16, slightly above the national median due to healthcare facility demands. Hospital janitors often receive additional benefits, reflecting the specialized nature of their cleaning responsibilities.
Janitors here handle routine and specialized floor care, disinfect sensitive medical areas like cath labs and NICUs, and manage environmental services carts. Their role extends beyond cleaning to include infection prevention practices vital for patient and staff safety.
Hospital janitors often work varied shifts, including nights, to maintain continuous cleanliness. Adapting to irregular hours while ensuring high-quality sanitation in critical areas is a common challenge in this 24/7 healthcare environment.