The Environmental Services Technician is responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary, and safe environment throughout the hospital in accordance with infection control standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies. This role plays a critical part in supporting patient care by reducing the risk of infection and ensuring a consistently high standard of cleanliness across all areas.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform daily cleaning of resident and patient areas, including bedrooms, therapy rooms, and common spaces
• Clean and sanitize shared areas such as bathrooms, kitchens, lounges, and recreational spaces
• Collect, sort, and launder linens and personal items following strict hygiene and privacy protocols
• Replenish supplies including soap, paper towels, toilet paper, and hand sanitizer
• Monitor and restock cleaning supplies and housekeeping essentials as needed
• Perform daily, discharge, and terminal cleaning in accordance with hospital and infection control standards
• Follow proper infection control procedures, including isolation room cleaning protocols
• Safely handle, segregate, and dispose of general waste and regulated materials as required
• Clean floors using appropriate methods (mopping, vacuuming, buffing, etc.)
• Report maintenance issues, safety hazards, and equipment concerns to the appropriate department
• Respond promptly to urgent cleaning needs, including spills and biohazard situations
• Collaborate with clinical and support staff to maintain a safe, respectful, and supportive environment for residents and patients
• Engage professionally and respectfully with residents, accommodating reasonable cleaning preferences when appropriate

Qualifications

• Prior housekeeping or environmental services experience preferred
• Healthcare experience a must
• Understanding of infection control practices and safety standards
• Ability to follow instructions, policies, and procedures with attention to detail
• Strong time management and reliability
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Physical ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift for extended periods

Work Environment

• Healthcare hospital setting
• May require exposure to cleaning chemicals and biohazard materials with proper PPE provided
• Must be able to respond to urgent cleaning needs as required

Schedule:

FT, Part-Time and PRN available.