Environmental Services Tech I - Helen Porter

Building Name: Porter - Helen Porter Nursing Home Location Address: 30 Porter Drive, Middlebury Vermont Regular Department: Porter - Laundry & Environmental Services Full Time Standard Hours: 40 Biweekly Scheduled Hours: 80 Shift: Day-8Hr Primary Shift: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM Weekend Needs: Every Other Salary Range: Min $20.50 Mid $25.48 Max $30.46 Recruiter: Kate Davies UVM Health - Porter Medical Center is hiring an Environmental Services Tech I to join their Team at Helen Porter rehabilitation and Nursing. The Environmental Services Technician I is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment throughout the facility. This role supports patient care by adhering to infection control standards, OSHA regulations, and departmental policies. The ES Tech I works collaboratively with staff to ensure high-quality service and operational excellence KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Cleaning & Sanitation Perform routine and terminal cleaning of patient and public areas Follow infection control and isolation procedures Remove regular and contaminated waste safely Maintain supplies, carts, and housekeeping equipment daily Replenish stock across patient care and common areas Operational Execution Follow daily work schedules, procedures, and time standards Complete work logs documenting tasks and completion times Support floor care processes (buffing, scrubbing, refinishing) Assist with laundry, linens, curtain changes, and room setups Flex across departments and shifts as needed Safety & Compliance Adhere to OSHA, infection control, and safety policies Properly handle hazardous materials and cleaning chemicals Report unsafe conditions or equipment issues immediately Maintain a safe and orderly work environment Teamwork & Communication Collaborate with nursing staff and other departments Interact professionally with patients, visitors, and coworkers Communicate department needs effectively Professional Conduct Maintain professional appearance and hygiene Participate in required training and continuing education Demonstrate a positive attitude and strong work ethic Uphold confidentiality and ethical standards (HIPAA compliance) QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or GED preferred Ability to read and follow written procedures Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Ability to maintain confidentiality and positive public relations BENEFITS At PMC, our employees make a difference to our patients and their families by bringing compassion to those in a time of need. We are proud to extend this culture of caring back to our employees and their families by providing a comprehensive and flexible benefits package. Key benefits in our package include: LEARN MORE Why join Porter Medical Center? What it's like to work here About the UVM Health: This is a bargaining union position. University of Vermont Health - Porter Medical Center is located in the heart of beautiful Middlebury, Vermont. We are comprised of a 25-bed acute care facility, a 98-bed skilled nursing facility which includes a memory care unit, short-term rehabilitation unit and a long-term care unit, and a network of primary care and specialty medical practices throughout Addison County and the town of Brandon.