Environmental Services Technician

PRIDE Industries; California; On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

PRIDE Industries is a fast-paced company committed to creating jobs for people with disabilities while providing high-quality, value-added solutions to nationwide customers. The Environmental Services Technician position is a non-exempt, hospital housekeeping role supporting infection control and facility cleanliness in a prison healthcare setting.

Under close supervision the Environmental Services Technician performs environmental services functions for a healthcare facility.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience in hospital custodial work preferred.
• Ability to read and follow chemical labels and MSDS directions.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Clean, dust, and polish areas following infection control protocols.
• Clean stairs, hallways, restrooms, offices, and cells including waste removal.
• Disinfect and sanitize areas and restock bathroom dispensers.
• Read and follow material safety data sheets and chemical directions.
• Schedule pickups of trash and biohazard waste bins for the facility.
• Respond to environmental emergencies and requests for assistance.

Skills

Custodial exp

Cleaning methods

Read labels

Communication skills

Human relations

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Pay Rate

$22.94 per hour

Telecommute Status

Onsite

Job Overview

PRIDE Industries is a fast‑paced company committed to creating jobs for people with disabilities while providing high‑quality, value‑added solutions to nationwide customers. The Environmental Services Technician position is a non‑exempt, hospital housekeeping role supporting infection control and facility cleanliness in a prison healthcare setting.

Position Summary

Under close supervision the Environmental Services Technician performs environmental services functions for a healthcare facility. The role involves ensuring facilities are clean and free of safety hazards, applying custodial knowledge, and organizing multiple projects.

Typical Duties

• Cleans, dusts, and polishes cabinets, furniture, lockers, and woodwork following safety and infection control protocols.
• Cleans stairwells, hallways, rest rooms, offices, and cells (including mattress and trash removal).
• Cleans wall surfaces, ceilings, baseboards, floor surfaces, doors, venetian blinds, ledges, vents, toilets, metal fixtures, shelves, furniture, privacy stalls, windows, and light fixtures.
• Empty and clean waste receptacles, vacuum floors, and assist in moving and arranging furniture and equipment as needed.
• Disinfect and sanitize areas, and stock and refill bathroom dispensers with paper, sanitary, and soap products.
• Select appropriate cleaning materials and supplies to complete daily tasks.
• Read, interpret, and follow material safety data sheets and chemical/cleaning product directions for use and warning/precaution information.
• Schedule pickups of trash and biohazard waste bins for the facility.
• Work any shift and schedule across the hospital, including overtime and floating to other locations as needed.
• Maintain storage closet.
• Respond to environmental emergencies and requests for assistance.
• Communicate with guards and staff.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Preferred experience in custodial work in a hospital setting.
• Ability to learn methods of cleaning and caring for hospital facilities.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions on labels for proper and safe use of chemicals, supplies, and equipment.
• Effective communication skills, ability to present information and respond to questions from clients, customers, and others.
• Human relations skills to build effective working relationships with staff, customers, and others.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing work priorities.

Mental Requirements

Ability to maintain sufficient strength, agility, and endurance to perform during stressful (physical, mental, and emotional) situations without compromising one’s own health or that of co‑workers or inmates.

Education Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.

Physical Requirements

• Maneuvering in and around the worksite.
• Standing and walking.
• Bending, kneeling, reaching, and stooping.
• Lifting boxes or equipment weighing up to 35 pounds, and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Pushing or pulling objects such as vacuums, carts, mops, etc.
• May be required to push/pull equipment weighing up to 70 pounds.
• Grasping both small and large objects.
• Climbing ladders and/or step stools.

Work Environment

Work is performed in a prison healthcare facility with specialized needs for security and environmental control. Employees may work confined spaces, aseptic areas, and high‑security zones, and may be exposed to dirt, dust, odors, toxic chemicals, and infectious disease, as well as environmental elements such as wind, rain, cold, and heat.

PRIDE Industries is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We embrace the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives innovation and the success of our business. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations.