Environmental Services Technician

Empath Health is looking for a Environmental Services Technician to join our team. This position provides clean, sanitary, comfortable, orderly and satisfying surroundings for the residents, employees, and public. The Environmental Services Technician promotes sanitary conditions which prevent the spread of infection and odors. Environmental Services Technician may be required to perform tasks which involve exposure to visible blood contamination. The Environmental Services Technician must follow the required procedures for handling, cleaning and disposing in accordance with the OSHA Blood-borne Pathogen Standards.

What You’ll Do

• Maintain facility in a sanitary and infection-free condition through washing, cleaning of equipment and furnishings
• Responsible for daily disposal of trash, waste and other disposable materials and replacing waste receptacle liners
• Handle various cleaning solvents, chemicals, etc. Must comply with all regulations such as OSHA, EPA, State Health Department, and Suncoast Hospice policy/procedure guidelines
• Plan work schedule for major tasks. Completes cleaning of patient rooms: wet mopping floors, thoroughly washing furniture, scrubbing mattress and frames and cleaning and washing bathroom fixtures
• Report any needed repairs immediately to maintenance (such as leaky faucets or toilets, loose tile, broken window panes, missing nuts or screws, beds needing repair, etc.)

Why Join Empath Health?

• Earn Competitive Pay: Your skills and contributions are recognized and rewarded.
• Benefits & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement with company match, plus wellness programs to support your mind and body.
• Industry-Leading PTO: 5+ weeks to rest, recharge, and live your Full Life.
• Grow Your Career: CEU support, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities.
• Make a Difference: Join a mission-driven team dedicated to kindness, compassion, and Full Life Care for All.

What You'll Need

• Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must be able to read and write English to follow instructions and understand and identify chemicals from their labels
• Must be able to move continuously during work hours and able to perform heavy lifting as needed
• Must be able to lift, carry, walk, sit, push and pull
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule

What You'll Find at Empath Health

Unified in empathy, we serve our communities through extraordinary Full Life Care for All.

Empath Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization providing Full Life Care through a connected network of services across Florida, including hospice, home health, grief care, geriatric primary care, elder care (PACE), HIV and sexual health (EPIC), and dementia support.

Full Life Care means caring for the whole person, body, mind, and spirit, with empathy and dignity. Our care goes beyond medicine to help people feel seen, supported, and valued at every stage of life.

At Empath Health, you’ll find purpose, partnership, and possibility in a culture where compassion drives excellence and every team member helps make life’s journey more meaningful.

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