Janitor

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Janitor / Environmental Services (EVS) Aide
Job Description

The Janitor / Environmental Services (EVS) Aide maintains a clean, safe, and sanitary environment throughout the hospital. This role plays a critical part in infection prevention, patient satisfaction, and smooth facility operations by ensuring all assigned areas meet established cleanliness and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect patient rooms, bathrooms, operating rooms, and common areas in accordance with hospital protocols.
• Perform routine and terminal cleaning procedures to support infection control standards.
• Empty trash, biohazard waste, and recycling bins in compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.
• Restock supplies such as paper towels, toilet paper, soap, and hand sanitizer in assigned areas.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and polish floors using appropriate equipment, solutions, and techniques.
• Perform janitorial duties including general cleaning, sanitizing, and trash removal throughout the hospital.
• Follow proper handling, storage, and disposal procedures for hazardous materials and waste.
• Respond promptly to spills, accidents, and urgent cleaning needs to maintain a safe environment.
• Perform floor care tasks such as buffing and maintaining floors as needed.
• Maintain cleaning equipment in good working order and promptly report maintenance or repair needs.
• Adhere to all hospital policies, including safety, infection control, and HIPAA confidentiality standards.
• Communicate effectively with nursing staff, patients, and team members to coordinate cleaning activities and support patient care.
• Demonstrate a customer service–oriented approach when interacting with patients, visitors, and staff.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous housekeeping or environmental services experience in a hospital or healthcare setting preferred.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Basic knowledge of cleaning techniques, equipment, and safety procedures.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure thorough cleaning and disinfection.
• Reliability and strong work ethic, including consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Good time management and organizational skills to handle multiple tasks and priorities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills when interacting with staff, patients, and visitors.
• Commitment to maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary healthcare environment.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift for extended periods during the shift.
• Ability to lift up to 25–50 pounds safely and repeatedly.
• Ability to push carts and operate cleaning equipment and tools.
• Comfort working with frequent use of cleaning equipment and chemicals while following safety guidelines.

• Experience performing janitorial duties such as sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and trash removal.
• Experience in environmental services or custodial roles in healthcare or similar settings.
• Familiarity with infection control practices and terminal cleaning procedures.
• Customer service–oriented mindset when supporting patients, visitors, and staff.
• Ability to handle exposure to bodily fluids and infectious materials while using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Strong sense of responsibility and accountability for assigned areas and tasks.

You will make a meaningful impact every day by directly supporting infection prevention and creating a clean, healing environment for patients, visitors, and staff. You will join a purpose-driven healthcare team where your contributions are valued, your work is respected, and you collaborate with dedicated professionals who share a strong commitment to excellence, teamwork, and patient care.

Work Environment

This role is based in a fast-paced hospital environment with a regulated indoor temperature. You will frequently use cleaning equipment and chemicals and may encounter exposure to bodily fluids and infectious materials while wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). The position follows a 2nd shift schedule from 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., with rotating weekends. The work involves extended periods of standing, walking, bending, lifting, and pushing carts and equipment as part of daily cleaning and environmental services duties.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mission Viejo, CA.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Mission Viejo,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 2026.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.