Environmental Service Worker

Unc-Health-Appalachian; Boone (NC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement with employer match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Wellness incentives

Employee discounts

Job summary

UNC Health Appalachian is seeking an Environmental Service Worker at Watauga Medical Center in Boone, NC. You will perform cleaning tasks, maintain infection control standards, and support a safe, healing environment for patients and staff.

Starting pay begins at $16.00 per hour with variable shifts, including weekends and holidays. Benefits include medical/dental/vision coverage, retirement with employer match, PTO, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, wellness incentives, and employee

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and adherence to cleaning protocols.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, patients, and visitors.
• Knowledge of infection control and sanitation standards.
• Dependable, organized, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to read, write, and follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform general cleaning assignments including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and sanitizing.
• Strip and refinish floors, carpet cleaning and extraction, and safely handle waste removal.
• Maintain compliance with infection control and hospital sanitation procedures.
• Securely dispose of confidential documents in accordance with facility policies.
• Restock cleaning supplies and promptly report any maintenance or safety concerns.
• Follow all safety protocols and properly use personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Collaborate with hospital staff to ensure a clean and welcoming environment for all.
• Assist with emergency cleaning or special projects as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Infection control knowledge

Dependable

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Watauga Medical Center Environmental Services

Non-Clinical Service

Location:Boone, North Carolina | Full-Time | Shifts Vary

Why You’ll Love Working Here

As anEnvironmental Service WorkeratUNC Health Appalachian, you’ll help maintain a clean, safe, and healing environment for our patients, visitors, and staff. Your work ensures the highest standards of infection control and safety while supporting the overall patient experience. Join a mission-driven team that values teamwork, integrity, and service in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

• Compensation:Starting pay begins at$16.00per hour, with competitive rates based on experience and education.
• Schedule:Variable shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Benefits:Comprehensive medical/dental/vision coverage, retirement with employer match, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, wellness incentives, and employee discounts.

What You’ll Do as an Environmental Service Worker

• Perform general cleaning assignments including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and sanitizing.
• Strip and refinish floors, perform carpet cleaning and extraction, and safely handle waste removal.
• Maintain compliance with infection control and hospital sanitation procedures.
• Securely dispose of confidential documents in accordance with facility policies.
• Restock cleaning supplies and promptly report any maintenance or safety concerns.
• Follow all safety protocols and properly use personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Collaborate with hospital staff to ensure a clean and welcoming environment for all.
• Assist with emergency cleaning or special projects as needed.

Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.

Experience:

Prior experience in environmental services or healthcare preferred.

Licenses/Certifications:

None required.

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong attention to detail and adherence to established cleaning protocols.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, patients, and visitors.
• Knowledge of infection control and sanitation standards.
• Dependable, organized, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to read, write, and follow written and verbal instructions.

Physical & Work Environment

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, squatting, and lifting throughout the shift.
• Lift, push, pull, or carry up to and over 50 lbs.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals, mechanical equipment, and hospital environment risks.
• Regular exposure to bloodborne pathogens and infectious materials.
• May work irregular hours including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

What Sets Us Apart

• Career Growth:Opportunities for advancement, on-the-job training, and participation in our Career Pathways Program.
• Impactful Work:Your work helps ensure safety, cleanliness, and peace of mind for every patient, visitor, and caregiver.
• Community & Lifestyle:Boone offers stunning mountain views, outdoor adventure, and a strong sense of community — ranked among America’s best small towns byForbesandSouthern Living.
• Inclusive Culture:We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring all employees feel respected and supported.

About UNC Health Appalachian
It's official - UNC Health Appalachian earned an "A" in the fall 2023 Leapfrog Patient Safety Grades! UNC Health Appalachian, the leader for healthcare in the High Country, comprises three hospitals, 13 medical practices, Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center, The Rehabilitation Center, and Appalachian Regional Healthcare Foundation. UNC Health Appalachian stays committed to promoting health in the High Country, enhancing quality of life, and simply “making life better.”

About UNC Health
UNC Health is a state entity and an affiliated enterprise of the University of North Carolina system, comprised of 14 hospitals, 18 hospital campuses and more than 500 clinics along with the clinical patient care programs of the UNC School of Medicine (SOM). It exists to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others we serve and to further the teaching mission of the University of North Carolina SOM. Over the past three years, UNC Health has provided more than $400 million in uncompensated or charity care to the citizens of North Carolina. Our hospitals have received numerous awards and recognition for quality care, patient safety and the overall patient experience. For more information, please visit unchealth.org.

UNC Health Appalachian embraces diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. We value a workforce that reflects a variety of backgrounds and perspectives, as it enhances our ability to provide outstanding care. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. UNC Health Appalachian is committed to providing a fair and inclusive hiring process and a workplace where all team members feel respected and empowered. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us.

Employment at UNC Health Appalachian is contingent upon successful completion of a background and drug screen. For accommodations or additional information, contact [e-mail] .