Environmental Services Tech

spectrumhealth; Grosse Pointe (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Corewell Health is seeking an Environmental Service Technician at the Grosse Pointe Hospital site. This role focuses on cleaning and disinfecting patient rooms, removing linens and waste, and maintaining floors, carpets and upholstery.

Strong teamwork and communication support quality care, with full training provided. The position is full-time, with evening hours (11pm–7:30am) and a 40-hour workweek, offering a stable entry into healthcare environmental services and opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Ability to read and follow instructions.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Public service or customer service experience in hotel, hospital, environmental services, or janitorial setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clean, disinfect and stock patient rooms, offices and ancillary areas as directed.
• Maintain floors, carpets and upholstery through routine cleaning.
• Assemble, maintain and store equipment and supplies.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure continuity of service and report needs.
• Assist visitors and staff in navigating the hospital environment.

Skills

Follow instructions

Education

High school graduate 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.

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.
• Actively participates in safety initiatives and risk mitigating measures where appropriate and completes all position and unit safety related competencies and requirements on a timely basis.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Ability to read and follow instructions

Preferred

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Public service and or customer service experience in a hotel, hospital, environmental services, or janitorial experience

About Corewell Health

As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members, and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
• 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 - Grosse Pointe Hospital - 468 Cadieux Rd - Grosse Pointe

Department Name

Environmental Services - Grosse Pointe Hosp

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Evening (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

11pm-7:30am

Days Worked

Monday to Friday

Weekend Frequency

Every other weekend

Corewell Health Canadianculture

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 t