Environmental Associate PRN

University Health System- San Antonio; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health System- San Antonio is seeking a housekeeping staff member to maintain clean and orderly facilities. You will perform routine cleaning tasks, report any maintenance issues, and assist with disposal under the supervision of the Team Leader.

Proficiency in English is required, with on-the-job training preferred and prior housekeeping experience desirable. The role emphasizes safety, compliance with policies, and good guest relations within a healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Must read, write and speak English.
• On-the-job vocational training is preferred.
• Six months institutional housekeeping experience preferred.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment.

Responsibilities

• Carries out general housekeeping activities to keep University Health System facilities clean and orderly.
• Reports maintenance defects to the Plant Engineering Department.
• Assists the Team Leader with cleanup and disposal as required.
• Follows all policies, procedures and safety guidelines.

Skills

English (read/write/speak)

Education

Six months housekeeping experience preferred

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Carries out general housekeeping activities essential to keeping University Health facilities clean and orderly. All work will be done in accordance with Joint Commission and Texas Department of Health guidelines. Promptly and efficiently performs assigned duties and accepts emergency reassignments. Reports all maintenance defects to Plant Engineering Department. Uses equipment and supplies as directed and follows all the instructions listed on Material Safety Data Sheets. Identify and report all chemical/solution spills and discarded needles/syringes. Assist the Team Leader in clean up and disposals as required. Complies with University Health and departmental policies and regulations. Maintains good interpersonal and guest relation skills.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Ability to read, write and speak English is required. Completion of work-related on-the-job vocational training is preferred. Six months institutional housekeeping experience is preferred. Ability to fill liquid soap, toilet paper towel dispenser and other dispensers required. Ability to operate cleaning equipment required.