Environmental Services Attendant

Northwell Health; Manhasset (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join their Environmental Services Department. In this role, you will ensure cleanliness and hygiene throughout the facility, performing essential cleaning duties and maintaining equipment. Your attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures will be crucial in creating a safe and welcoming environment for all. With opportunities for growth and a supportive team, this position is ideal for those looking to make a meaningful impact in healthcare. Join a team that values your contributions and fosters a culture of excellence.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning functions using established procedures and labeled supplies.
• Maintain tools and equipment; clean various areas of the facility.
• Collect garbage and manage waste disposal appropriately.

Skills

Cleaning Skills

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Description

Performs cleaning duties as well as other tasks performed by the Environmental Services Department. Adheres to departmental policies and procedures and regulatory agency requirements.

Job Responsibilities

1. Performs all cleaning functions following established procedures in a timely manner; uses properly labeled cleaning supplies for each task as instructed.
2. Maintains tools and equipment in good condition, uses supplies economically; cleans beds, blinds, ceilings, light fixtures, sinks, toilets, bathtubs, showers, walls, windows, wall tiles, ceiling and wall vents, televisions, etc. following established procedures.
3. Washes and hangs draperies and cubicle curtains; washes and polishes furniture and metal.
4. Sweeps walkways and outside perimeter of the facility (where applicable); sweeps, mops, strips, scrubs, vacuums, and buffs floors.
5. Replenishes liquid soap, paper towels, and toilet tissue; moves furniture within the facility as needed; may be asked to move furniture to outside storage; distributes clean linen carts; picks up soiled linen and delivers to the linen department.
6. Collects garbage, cleans and re-lines trash receptacles with plastic liners; transports garbage to designated area and disposes of non-infectious waste appropriately.
7. Deposits red bags (infectious waste) in holding cart cautiously; transports red-bag garbage to Sani-Pak area and inserts into Sani-Pak; operates Sani-Pak receptacle.
8. Moves furniture and replaces after carpet installations, or when preparing to strip, seal, or wax floors, or during department relocations; ensures smooth workflow.
9. Sets up and breaks down tables, chairs, lecture podiums, etc., according to specifications; removes trash before setting up next function or meeting.
10. Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned but considered related are not essential functions.

Job Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience preferred.

Additional Salary Detail: The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith estimate of potential base compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. Several factors may be considered when determining a team member's salary or rate (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, and internal equity).