ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES TECH I - JMH

Memorial Health System; Jacksonville (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health system is seeking an EVS Tech I to maintain the cleanliness and safety of hospital facilities. The role involves daily cleaning tasks and requires a strong ability to work independently. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in housekeeping and be physically capable of handling the demands of the job.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in institutional or commercial housekeeping preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math required.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily cleaning of patient-use areas, restrooms, and offices.
• Execute tasks such as scrubbing, mopping, and using chemical mixtures.
• Communicate clearly with co-workers and management.

Skills

Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds

Basic mathematical functions

Customer interaction

Job description

Overview

Our EVS Tech I is responsible for maintaining hospital facilities in a clean, sanitary, orderly, and attractive condition. This role is essential for ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff.

Qualifications

Experience:

• Previous experience in institutional and/or commercial housekeeping is preferred.
• Familiarity with waxing and stripping floors is also preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Working Conditions:

• Must demonstrate the ability to read, write, and perform basic mathematical functions.
• Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds is required.
• Physical demands include repetitive hand motions, walking, standing, and reaching above the head.
• Potential exposure to infectious diseases, bloodborne pathogens, and body fluids.
• Occasional exposure to varying temperatures (heat and cold) and humidity, as well as biological hazards.
• Frequent exposure to chemicals, dirt, oil, grease, noise, odors, wet slippery floors, and working independently.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily cleaning of all patient-use areas, restrooms, offices, and engage in project cleaning as needed.
• Execute tasks such as scrubbing, mopping, polishing, and using appropriate chemical mixtures.
• Interact professionally and courteously with patients, the general public, physicians, hospital personnel, and outside entities.
• Uphold Jacksonville Memorial Hospital's behavioral standards.
• Collaborate effectively and positively with team members.
• Communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing, with co-workers and management.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Be flexible with work schedules, hours, and assignments.
• Adhere to regular attendance and punctuality policies.
• Perform other related duties as required or requested.