Environmental Services Worker

Job Overview

The Environmental Services Worker I role is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming atmosphere by performing a variety of cleaning, floor care, and waste disposal duties within assigned hospital areas. The position plays a crucial role in ensuring hygiene standards, safety protocols, and infection control measures are observed, thus enhancing the environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect designated spaces such as patient rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, elevators, staircases, locker rooms, and work areas, adhering strictly to infection control guidelines.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and dust floors, furniture, and equipment using appropriate cleaning tools and methods.
• Perform maintenance on hard and carpeted floors, including stripping, refinishing, and upholstery treatment in line with departmental standards.
• Wash walls, ceilings, windows, woodwork, door panels, and other surfaces to maintain overall cleanliness.
• Replenish supplies in specified areas while monitoring inventory levels and reporting shortages to maintain steady availability.
• Handle and dispose of trash and biohazardous waste safely, following safety protocols and HIPAA regulations.
• Operate and maintain cleaning equipment properly, reporting any malfunctions or repair needs promptly.
• Provide assistance with minor maintenance tasks and report significant facility issues to the relevant department.
• Undertake additional tasks as assigned and maintain dependable attendance.
• Comply fully with all organizational policies and standards.

Qualifications and Skills

• Preferred experience of 1-2 years in cleaning or environmental services.
• Proficiency in proper cleaning techniques, equipment, and cleaning agents.
• Knowledge and application of infection control and safety standards.
• Competent in operating cleaning machinery both safely and effectively.
• Detail-oriented with excellent time management abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact professionally with staff, patients, and visitors.
• Physical capability to perform repetitive motions and lift or move objects as necessary.

Additional State-Specific Requirements

• For Indiana, Mississippi, and North Carolina: Completion of an assigned SAMA course within 30 days of employment is mandatory.