Environmental Services Associate Tech

Corewell Health; Saint Joseph (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

On-demand pay with Payactiv

Discounts directory

Identity theft protection

Retirement with company match

Job summary

Corewell Health in St. Joseph, MI is seeking an Environmental Service Technician to clean and disinfect patient rooms and ancillary areas, remove waste and linens, and maintain floors, carpets, and upholstery.

You will be trained and supported to grow your career while contributing to high-quality care. This role emphasizes teamwork and clear communication with hospital staff to ensure continuity of service and a positive environment for patients and colleagues.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Public service or customer service experience in a hotel, hospital, environmental services, or janitorial setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect patient rooms and ancillary areas according to procedures.
• Remove linens and waste and ensure supply levels are maintained.
• Maintain hard floors, carpets, and upholstery per department standards.
• Communicate and collaborate with team members to ensure continuity of services.
• Assist visitors and staff in navigating the hospital environment.
• Work across department sites as needed for coverage.

Skills

Customer service experience

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

You can make a difference in patients' lives as an Environmental Service Technician with Corewell Health. Your contributions in this role have a direct impact on high-quality care; you'll be responsible for cleaning and disinfecting assigned work areas, removing medical waste, trash, and linens, and maintaining the appearance and condition of our floors, carpets, and upholstery. Communication and collaboration with other team members are essential to ensure continuity of service and help foster a positive work environment. No experience is required - you will be fully trained and supported and can grow and learn new skills to develop your career.

You can make a difference in patients' lives as an Environmental Service Technician with Corewell Health. Your contributions in this role have a direct impact on high-quality care; you'll be responsible for cleaning and disinfecting assigned work areas, removing medical waste, trash, and linens, and maintaining the appearance and condition of our floors, carpets, and upholstery. Communication and collaboration with other team members are essential to ensure continuity of service and help foster a positive work environment. No experience is required - you will be fully trained and supported and can grow and learn new skills to develop your career.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for the cleaning, disinfecting and stocking of patient rooms, offices and ancillary areas according to established procedures. Responsible for the removal and disposal of linens and waste streams.
• Performs interim and restorative maintenance to hard floor, carpets and upholstery according to procedures.
• Assembles, maintains and stores equipment/supplies that are necessary to complete tasks according to department standards.
• Communicates and collaborates with other members of the team to ensure continuity and coordination of services. Reports general maintenance and specialized cleaning requirements in work area.
• Assists visitors and employees in navigating through the hospital to reach their destination.
• Fully functioning within one cleaning area.
• May be expected to work across department sites for coverage and business need.

Qualifications

• Preferred High School Diploma or equivalent
• public service and or customer service experience in a hotel, hospital, environmental services, or janitorial experience Preferred

Physical Demands

• Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 50 lbs
• Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 50 lbs
• Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 35 lbs
• Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs
• Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 35 lbs
• Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 20 lbs
• Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 40 lbs
• Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 25 lbs
• Sitting: Seldom
• Standing: Frequently
• Walking: Frequently
• Forward Bend - Standing: Occasionally
• Forward Bend - Sitting: Seldom
• Trunk Rotation - Standing: Occasionally
• Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Seldom
• Squat: Occasionally
• Stair Climbing: Occasionally
• Ladder Climbing: Seldom
• Crawling / Kneeling: Seldom
• Driving: Seldom
• Reach - Above Shoulder: Occasionally
• Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Frequently
• Handling: Frequently
• Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Frequently
• Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Frequently
• Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Lakeland Hospital St Joseph - 1234 Napier Ave - St Joseph

Department Name

Environmental Services St Joseph - Niles and St Joseph Hosp

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Evening (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

24

Hours of Work

3:30 p.m. to 12 a.m.

Days Worked

Sunday to Saturday

Weekend Frequency

Every other weekend

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.