Environmental Service Assistant - Housekeeping (2nd Shift)

Licking Memorial Health Systems; Newark, Northern (OH, KY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) is a non-profit healthcare provider serving the Newark area with a wide range of services. Our facility emphasizes patient safety, clean environments, and compassionate care for the community we serve.

LMHS is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion while offering a stable environment where Environmental Service Assistants support staff, patients, and families through thorough cleaning and sanitizing practices on the 2nd shift.

Qualifications

• Requires HSD or GED; college degree not required.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Physical stamina for cleaning tasks and standing long hours.

Responsibilities

• Cleans, mops, and scrubs hard surface floors.
• Maintains carpets by vacuuming; may operate carpet extractor.
• Collects and disposes of trash.
• Cleans assigned areas, dusts, mops, sanitizes and replenishes soap and products.
• Cleans and sanitizes restrooms.
• Sanitizes patient rooms and changes cubicle curtains using specified products.

Skills

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Following oral/written instructions

Education

HSD or GED

Job description

Environmental Service Assistant - Housekeeping (2nd Shift)

Job Category: Service

Requisition Number: ENVIR009235

• Posted : July 6, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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1320 W. Main St.
Newark, OH 43055, USA

Description

Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) is a leading, non-profit healthcare organization, passionately dedicated to improving the health and well-being of our community. With a history dating back to 1898, LMHS remains a cornerstone of healthcare excellence, catering to the evolving needs of Licking County. Our cutting-edge facility provides a comprehensive spectrum of patient care services, from life-saving emergency medicine to the comforting embrace of home healthcare, with a unique range of specialized medical services, including cancer, heart health, maternity, and mental wellness.

When you join the LMHS team, you become a vital part of your local community Hospital. Working at LMHS is not just a job, it is a unique opportunity to directly impact the health and well-being of your friends, family, and neighbors. You will be providing care in a place in which you are personally connected, where the impact of your work extends beyond the Hospital doors and into the heart of our community. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures that every member of our community is served with respect and compassion. Join us in our mission – dedicated to patient safety, utilizing state-of-the-art technology, and with a passionate team of highly trained and compassionate individuals who strive to improve the health of the community.

Position Summary

Performs cleaning tasks for assigned area, following established policies and procedures

Responsibilities

• Cleans, mops, and scrubs hard surface floors.
• Maintains carpets by vacuuming.May operate carpet extractor.
• Collects and disposes of trash.
• Cleans assigned areas, to include dusting, mopping, sanitizing and replenishing soap and products necessary.
• Cleans and sanitizes restrooms.
• Sanitizes C-Diff. patient rooms using specified products and changes cubicle curtains.

Requirements

• HSD or GED strongly preferred but not required.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Work requires physical stamina.
• Work requires attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain cleaning equipment.
• LMH is accredited by DNV and TJC, and as such, may require specific annual education related to specialty certifications and standards.

Licking Memorial Health Systems is an equal opportunity employer and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. Licking Memorial Health Systems does not discriminate against applicants because of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors protected by law.

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