ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES AIDE

Fairfield Memorial Hospital Association; Fairfield (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) Retirement Plan

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Schedules

Professional Development

Job summary

Fairfield Memorial Hospital is seeking an Environmental Services Aide to maintain a clean, safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff. You will clean patient rooms, lounges, bathrooms, and offices using approved cleaning tools while following infection-prevention standards.

Responsibilities include dusting, waste removal, floor sanitizing, and reporting repairs. The role requires reliability, attention to detail, and professionalism in interactions with patients and staff.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience in housekeeping/janitorial/healthcare environmental services preferred.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and cleanliness.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize patient rooms, bathrooms, offices and common areas.
• Dust, wipe, and polish surfaces; wash/dry floors per infection-control standards.
• Operate cleaning equipment (mops, vacuums, wringers) safely.
• Assist with emergency spill cleanup as needed.
• Report repairs and facility maintenance needs promptly.
• Follow safety and infection-control procedures at all times.

Skills

Follow instructions

Attention to detail

Independent work

Customer service

Safety standards

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

NATURE OF WORKFairfield Memorial Hospital is seeking a reliable, detail oriented Environmental Services Aide to join our Environmental Services team. EVS Aides play a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment for patients, visitors, and staff. This position supports FMH’s mission by ensuring all assigned areas meet hospital cleanliness standards and infection‑prevention requirements. The Environmental Services Aide cleans patient rooms, nursing stations, lounges, bathrooms, offices, and other assigned areas in accordance with departmental procedures and hospital objectives. This role uses cleaning tools and equipment such as mops, wringers, dusters, vacuums, and approved chemicals to perform tasks including dusting, waste removal, sanitizing surfaces, polishing fixtures, and maintaining floors. The technician assists with emergency spill cleanup, reports needed repairs, and ensures equipment is clean and functioning properly.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESClean and sanitize assigned areas including patient rooms, bathrooms, offices, and common spaces.Perform routine cleaning tasks such as dusting, waste removal, damp‑wiping surfaces, and polishing fixtures.Dry‑mop, wet‑mop, and sanitize floors in accordance with infection‑control standards.Operate cleaning equipment including vacuums, mops, and other EVS tools safely and effectively.Assist with emergency spill cleanup as observed or requested.Maintain and clean assigned equipment and report repair needs promptly.Report facility repair needs related to furniture, fixtures, or building conditions.Follow safety and infection‑control procedures at all times.Demonstrate professionalism in interactions with patients, visitors, and staff.Support departmental workflow and perform additional duties as assigned.COMPENSATION: $15.00-$22.50 per hourSCHEDULE: Day Shift; 5 days per week (0.8 FTE)BENEFITS403(b) Retirement PlanDental Insurance PlanVision Insurance PlanShort and Long Term Disability InsuranceVoluntary Life Insurance PlanPaid Time Off (Vacation/Sick/Illinois Paid Leave/Holiday)Flexible Work SchedulesProfessional Development OpportunitiesWHAT FMH HAS TO OFFERFairfield Memorial Hospital is a mission focused healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional care to the patients and families we serve, with a strong commitment to improving the health and well‑being of our community through compassionate service, clinical excellence, and a supportive culture that empowers employees to do their best work. We value teamwork, professional growth, and a positive work environment where every team member plays a meaningful role in advancing our mission. FMH offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well‑being, and long‑term professional development, and we strive to ensure employees feel valued, supported, and equipped to make a meaningful impact for the communities of Southern Illinois. FMH is a drug‑free workplace, and all candidates must complete a pre‑employment drug screening in accordance with Illinois law. We proudly uphold Equal Opportunity Employment practices and welcome applicants of all backgrounds without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONSRequired: High School Diploma or GED.EXPERIENCEPreferred: Prior housekeeping, janitorial, or healthcare environmental services experienceSKILLSAbility to follow written and verbal instructionsStrong attention to detail and commitment to cleanlinessAbility to work independently and manage time effectivelyPhysical ability to lift, bend, stand, and perform repetitive tasksStrong customer service skills when interacting with patients and staffCommitment to safety and infection‑control standards