Environment Services Technician I

Sentara Health Plans; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Environmental Services Technicians to maintain a clean and safe environment at their facility. This full-time role involves various shifts, ensuring cleanliness in patient rooms and common areas while adhering to safety protocols. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail and a commitment to teamwork, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere for patients and staff alike. With opportunities for professional growth and a supportive work environment, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in healthcare. Join a team that values diversity and inclusion, offering competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year

401k/403B with Employer Match

Pet Insurance

Legal Resources Plan

Emergency Backup Care

Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000

Life Insurance

Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Plans

Qualifications

• 1 year of housekeeping experience or equivalent education.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and infection prevention guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness in assigned areas and respond to spills.
• Ensure proper waste disposal and compliance with sanitation protocols.
• Collaborate with team members to meet cleaning goals.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Safe Handling of Cleaning Chemicals

Cleaning Techniques (Dusting, Mopping, etc.)

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Cleaning Equipment

Cleaning Chemicals

Job description

Environment Services Tech I (Housekeeping)

Environment Services Tech I (Housekeeping)

Apply remote type On-Site locations Norfolk, VA time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id JR-76311

City/State Norfolk, VA

Work Shift Multiple shifts available

Overview:

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is seeking Environmental Services Techs to support the Environmental Services Department.

Shift – Full Time Rotating, Day, Evening and Night positions available, 8-hour shifts to include weekend rotation.

The Environmental Services Technician I is responsible for maintaining a clean, orderly, and sanitary environment in assigned areas. This role requires safe work practices, including the proper use of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and applications such as damp dusting, mopping, scouring, scrubbing, stripping, and polishing. The Technician also ensures compliance with regulatory standards for waste collection, handling, and transport.

As an Environmental Services Technician, you will play a key role in creating a safe and welcoming environment for patients, their families, and staff. Your primary duties include cleaning patient rooms, hallways, and common areas, responding to spills, and ensuring proper waste disposal. This position offers opportunities to cross-train in other areas, along with pathways for professional development and career growth. Success in this role requires exceptional teamwork and collaboration, with a shared commitment to delivering the best possible experience and care for our patients.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Maintain assigned areas in a clean and sanitary condition.
2. Perform tasks such as dusting, mopping, scrubbing, and polishing.
3. Follow established protocols for the safe handling of cleaning chemicals and equipment.
4. Ensure proper collection, handling, and disposal of waste according to regulatory standards.
5. Respond promptly to spills and urgent cleaning needs.
6. Collaborate with team members to meet daily cleaning and sanitation goals.
7. Ensure compliance with sanitation protocols and infection prevention standards.
8. Respond promptly to service requests and uphold a high standard of cleanliness.
9. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining a clean, safe environment.
10. Ability to follow safety procedures and infection prevention guidelines.
11. A team-oriented approach with a focus on providing excellent service to patients and staff.

Education
• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Experience
• 1 year of housekeeping/ESD experience in lieu of High School Education

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, benefits, and equity. The base pay rate for Full Time employment is: $15.75 - $20.46

Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, located in Norfolk, VA, is a 525-bed tertiary care facility that is home to the only Level I Adult Trauma Center and burn trauma unit in Hampton Roads, and also serves as the primary teaching hospital for Eastern Virginia Medical School.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.