Environmental Services Technician BHU

Job Description

Job Description

Starting at $20.00 per hour, plus shift differentials for evening, night, and weekend shifts.

The Environmental Services Technician assigned to the Behavioral Health Unit is responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary, safe, and therapeutic environment for pediatric behavioral health patients, visitors, and staff. This role requires professionalism, discretion, and an understanding of the unique needs of a behavioral health setting. The EVS Technician will perform routine and specialized cleaning duties while adhering to all hospital safety, infection prevention, behavioral health security, and patient privacy requirements.

General Responsibilities:

1. Clean and disinfect patient rooms, group therapy rooms, nursing stations, activity areas, bathrooms, offices, and other areas within the Behavioral Health Unit.
2. Maintain carpeted and hard floor surfaces using appropriate equipment and procedures, including stripping, waxing, and floor refinishing as needed.
3. Cleans, buffs and washes hard surfaces (furniture, walls, chairs, tables)
4. Perform routine and terminal cleaning of patient care areas according to established schedules, checklists, and department procedures.
5. Empty, handle, and transport trash, linen, recyclable materials, and regulated waste to designated disposal areas.
6. Observe and report maintenance, safety, security, or environmental concerns to the appropriate department.
7. Follow all behavioral health unit safety procedures, including maintaining awareness of patient-sensitive items and potential environmental risks.
8. Interact respectfully and professionally with pediatric patients, families, visitors, and hospital staff.
9. Assist Facilities Management with maintenance and upkeep tasks, including snow removal, grounds cleanup, and minor handyman duties as assigned.
10. Work independently with normal supervision while maintaining productivity and quality standards.
11. Comply with all hospital policies, infection prevention protocols, safety regulations, and risk management requirements.
12. Attend required training programs and assist in the orientation and training of new employees as needed.
13. Perform all duties in accordance with OSHA standards and applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
14. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Job Qualifications:

Experience/Knowledge:

1. High School diploma, GED or equivalent experience.
2. 2 years of housekeeping and floor tech experience preferred.
3. Experience in all phases of floor and carpet care required.
4. Knowledge of cleaning agents, equipment and methods of soil removal.

Skills/Aptitude:

1. Ability to present self in a highly professional manner to others and understands that honesty and ethics are essential.
2. Ability to maintain a positive attitude.
3. Ability to communicate with co-workers and other departments with professionalism and respect.
4. Ability to maintain a professional relationship with all coworkers, vendor representatives, supervisors, managers, customers and client representatives.
5. Ability to provide clear directions and respond accordingly to employees.
6. Ability to use relevant electronic devices.
7. Knowledge of and proficiency in all OSHA and local requirements related to all assigned work.

Why Straith?

1. Supportive work culture focused on teamwork and clinical excellence.
2. Competitive salary and shift differentials.
3. Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
4. Non-Profit Hospital allows eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness

Two (2) positions available:
Monday - Wednesday (Day Shift) and
Thursday - Saturday (Day Shift)
Rotating Weekends