Environmental Service Worker 2nd Shift Lead

Community Health Systems; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking an Environmental Service Worker to lead the 2nd shift. This role is crucial for maintaining a safe and compliant hospital environment. You will perform advanced cleaning tasks, oversee waste management, and ensure adherence to infection control protocols. Your expertise will also extend to training new team members and executing specialized cleaning procedures in high-risk areas. Join a dedicated team committed to excellence in healthcare and make a tangible impact on patient safety and comfort.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in environmental services or healthcare facility maintenance.
• Experience in terminal cleaning and advanced floor care techniques preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced cleaning and sanitation tasks to ensure a hygienic hospital environment.
• Train and mentor new staff on cleaning techniques and infection control protocols.

Skills

Floor Care Techniques

Infection Control Protocols

Chemical Safety

Waste Management

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Floor Cleaning Machines

Buffers

Job description

Environmental Service Worker 2nd Shift Lead

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Job Summary

The Environmental Services Worker III is responsible for performing advanced cleaning, sanitation, and facility maintenance tasks to ensure a safe, hygienic, and compliant hospital environment. This role requires expertise in floor care, waste management, infection control, and specialized cleaning procedures. The Environmental Services Worker III may also assist with training new staff, overseeing complex cleaning assignments, and ensuring compliance with hospital and regulatory standards.

Essential Functions

• Performs advanced floor care, including stripping, waxing, buffing, deep-cleaning carpets, and operating floor maintenance equipment.
• Handles the removal, segregation, and proper disposal of hazardous, infectious, and noninfectious waste, ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA, and hospital policies.
• Executes terminal cleaning and disinfection procedures in high-risk areas such as operating rooms, isolation units, and intensive care areas.
• Trains and mentors new Environmental Services team members, ensuring adherence to proper cleaning techniques, infection control protocols, and safety procedures.
• Assists with special projects, such as construction cleanup, deep cleaning initiatives, and emergency response cleaning efforts.
• Moves, assembles, and adjusts furniture, medical equipment, and floor mats to support department operations and facility needs.
• Monitors and replenishes cleaning supplies, reporting inventory shortages and ensuring proper usage to minimize waste.
• Identifies and reports maintenance and safety concerns, such as damaged flooring, leaks, or malfunctioning equipment, ensuring a prompt response.
• Communicates effectively with hospital staff and leadership, addressing special cleaning requests and providing support for facility-wide initiatives.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Ensures compliance with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in environmental services, housekeeping, custodial work, or healthcare facility maintenance required.
• Experience in terminal cleaning, waste management, and advanced floor care techniques in a healthcare setting preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of floor care techniques, chemical safety, and infection control protocols.
• Ability to operate and maintain floor cleaning machines, buffers, and other specialized cleaning equipment.
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and hospital waste disposal regulations.
• Strong attention to detail in performing specialized cleaning and sanitation tasks.
• Ability to train and mentor new employees, ensuring consistent adherence to hospital cleaning standards.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to interact professionally with staff and visitors.
• Problem-solving skills to identify and address environmental concerns within the facility.

Licenses and Certifications

• Certification in Certified Healthcare Environmental Services Technician (CHEST) or Certified Healthcare Environmental Services Professional (CHESP) preferred.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare