ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES AIDE

Paycom - ATS; Fairfield (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairfield Memorial Hospital is seeking an Environmental Services Aide to join our team. You will clean patient rooms, nursing stations, lounges, bathrooms, and offices following infection-control standards to ensure a safe, sanitary environment for patients and staff.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to follow written and verbal instructions, and the physical ability to lift and stand for long periods.

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience in housekeeping, janitorial, or healthcare environment preferred.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize patient rooms, nursing stations, lounges, bathrooms, offices, and other areas.
• Dust, mop, damp-wipe surfaces, and sanitize floors per infection-control standards.
• Operate cleaning equipment safely (vacuum, mop, wringer, etc.).
• Report repairs and safety concerns and assist with spills as needed.
• Maintain and clean equipment; follow safety procedures at all times.
• Interact professionally with patients, visitors, and staff.

Skills

Instruction following

Attention to detail

Independence

Time management

Physical stamina

Customer service

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.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