Environment Service Aide II

YNHHS (Yale New Haven Health System) is a renowned healthcare organization committed to providing exceptional patient-centered care. Guided by core values of integrity, respect, accountability, and compassion, YNHHS strives to create a supportive and collaborative environment for both patients and employees. The health system emphasizes its mission through every role within the organization, ensuring a positive impact on community health and wellness. As a large and well-respected institution, YNHHS offers a diverse range of professional opportunities and supports employees with ongoing training and career development. The organization fosters a culture of inclusion and teamwork, encouraging staff to share in its vision and promote a safe, clean, and effective healthcare environment throughout the facilities.

This role involves performing a variety of important duties within the Environmental Services Department to maintain cleanliness and meet high department standards for environmental safety and hygiene. Employees in this position play a critical role in supporting the overall patient experience by ensuring sanitary conditions across hospital areas. The role requires adherence to detailed procedural guidelines related to cleaning, trash removal, waste disposal, equipment operation, team collaboration, and problem-solving. The employee is expected to report to work punctually, properly attired in uniform with readiness to perform assigned tasks.

Key responsibilities include routine inspection and cleaning of assigned areas, timely completion of tasks, and immediate correction of any discrepancies such as spills or overflowing trash. The position also involves regular trash management duties including handling recycling, medical waste, and trash bins while strictly following department policies for safety and contamination prevention. Operating equipment such as electric tow tractors is part of daily responsibilities with utmost attention to safety protocols.

Teamwork and leadership qualities are essential in this role. The employee is expected to contribute to team objectives, uphold mutual respect among colleagues, adapt to changing environments, and handle stressful situations with composure. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills are vital to effectively address issues that arise, pursue solutions, and solicit advice when needed. Additionally, project floor care duties to improve the appearance of floors will be performed as assigned.

Candidates for this position should have a high school diploma or GED preferred and a minimum of six months demonstrated customer service-related work experience. Successful completion of a department-specific training program is required to ensure competence in all assigned duties. Strong communication skills, the ability to work independently, and a collaborative spirit as part of the patient care team are highly valued. This position is integral to maintaining the environment that supports patient safety and comfort, ensuring YNHHS continues to provide excellent healthcare experiences.