Environmental Services Associate I - Friday-Sunday Only

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 12,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking weekend-only cleaning staff for IU Health University Hospital in Indianapolis. The role includes thorough cleaning and sanitizing services across various areas to support patient safety. Full training provided, and no previous experience is required.

Ideal candidates must be able to wear protective equipment, stand for long periods, and meet physical demands like lifting supplies. Shift schedules are flexible, covering Friday to Sunday.

Qualifications

• Must be able to wear protective equipment and clothing.
• Physical requirements include lifting supplies and equipment weighing 35 lbs.
• Requires ability to operate light floor cleaning equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provides cleaning and sanitizing services in various patient and public areas.
• Demonstrates ability to clean high-acuity clinical and procedural areas.
• Conducts hazardous and biohazardous waste removal.

Skills

Ability to clean and sanitize

Physical stamina

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

This is a weekend-only position. Schedule is every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Team members will work 8–10 hour shifts between 10:30AM and 8:30PM. The position is eligible for shift pay differentials. Team members must be flexible.

Location

IU Health University Hospital

Position Summary

Provides cleaning and sanitizing services to support a safe, clean, and welcoming environment. Cleans and sanitizes patient rooms, offices, clinics, clinical and procedural areas, and public spaces. Supports patient safety through consistent and high‑quality service. Demonstrates ability to clean and disinfect high‑acuity clinical and procedural areas, applies disinfection protocols and utilizes approved cleaning tools in accordance with infection control standards and hospital policy. Conducts hazardous and biohazardous waste removal in compliance with safety regulations and infection prevention protocols. Proactively communicates and collaborates with clinical teams to ensure cleaning processes support patient safety and care flow.

Position Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience preferred.
• No previous experience required.
• Must be able to wear protective equipment and clothing required by the environment or government regulations such as gowns, gloves, goggles, rubber‑soled closed‑toe footwear, etc.
• Physical requirements include reaching, standing for long periods, squatting, bending, carrying and/or lifting supplies and equipment weighing 35 lbs. or more, up to 80% of the time.
• Requires the ability to operate light floor equipment for cleaning floors in patient care areas.
• Requires the ability to climb ladders.
• Requires the ability to clean areas that require technical cleaning including IR, Cardiac Cath, Mother‑Baby, NICU, OR, ED.

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.