Environmental Services Worker - Trash Tech Nights
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $14.00 - $18.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Professional development opportunities
Job Description
The hiring organization is a hospital that prioritizes maintaining a clean, safe, and hygienic environment to support patient care and safety. As a healthcare institution, the hospital is committed to adhering to all regulatory and safety standards set by OSHA, EPA, and other relevant authorities. The facility is dedicated to employing skilled professionals who can effectively contribute to the overall sanitation and environmental services operations within the hospital, ensuring a high standard of cleanliness in all areas, especially critical patient care zones such as operating rooms and intensive care units.
This position is for an Environmental Services Worker ... Show More
This position is for an Environmental Services Worker ... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 2-4 years of experience in environmental services or related field
- Ability to operate floor maintenance equipment
- Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and hospital compliance standards
- Ability to follow infection control protocols
- Physical capability to perform cleaning and maintenance tasks
- Must be able to train and mentor new staff
- Excellent communication skills
- Certification in CHEST or CHESP preferred
Job Qualifications
- 2-4 years of experience in environmental services, housekeeping, custodial work, or healthcare facility maintenance required
- Experience in terminal cleaning, waste management, and advanced floor care techniques in a healthcare setting preferred
- Advanced knowledge of floor care techniques, chemical safety, and infection control protocols
- Ability to operate and maintain floor cleaning machines, buffers, and other specialized cleaning equipment
- Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and hospital waste disposal regulations
- Strong attention to detail in performing specialized cleaning and sanitation tasks
- Ability to train and mentor new employees, ensuring consistent adherence to hospital cleaning standards
- Effective communication and teamwork skills
- Problem-solving skills to identify and address environmental concerns within the facility
- Certification in Certified Healthcare Environmental Services Technician (CHEST) or Certified Healthcare Environmental Services Professional (CHESP) preferred
Job Duties
- Performs advanced floor care including stripping, waxing, buffing, deep-cleaning carpets, and operating floor maintenance equipment
- Handles the removal, segregation, and proper disposal of hazardous, infectious, and noninfectious waste, ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA, and hospital policies
- Executes terminal cleaning and disinfection procedures in high-risk areas such as operating rooms, isolation units, and intensive care areas
- Trains and mentors new Environmental Services team members, ensuring adherence to proper cleaning techniques, infection control protocols, and safety procedures
- Assists with special projects such as construction cleanup, deep cleaning initiatives, and emergency response cleaning efforts
- Moves, assembles, and adjusts furniture, medical equipment, and floor mats to support department operations and facility needs
- Monitors and replenishes cleaning supplies, reporting inventory shortages and ensuring proper usage to minimize waste
- Identifies and reports maintenance and safety concerns such as damaged flooring, leaks, or malfunctioning equipment, ensuring a prompt response
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Maintains regular and reliable attendance
- Complies with all policies and standards
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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