Environmental Services Technician

Hutchinson Health; Hutchinson (MN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Hutchinson Health is seeking an Environmental Services Aide to join our team as a partner for good. The Environmental Services Technician cleans and maintains a sanitary environment for patients, staff, and visitors, promoting infection prevention and comfort.

The role is part-time (FTE 0.3), 12 hours per week, with three evenings per week from 5-9 PM, and includes supporting daily cleaning tasks and routine maintenance of equipment.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to two years of high school.
• Basic knowledge of cleaning equipment, supplies, computer, and their related uses.
• Able to communicate; read and understand instructions.
• Previous experience in housekeeping.

Responsibilities

• Maintains clean, safe, comfortable and attractive work areas.
• Clean furniture, bathrooms, patient rooms, waiting rooms, conference rooms, hallways, stairs, elevators, floors, carpets, windows, etc.
• Vacuuming, dusting, and disposing of trash and infectious waste.
• Ensures equipment is available and stored after use.
• Reports safety issues and equipment needs to Facility Services.
• Assists in training of co-workers and attends service area meetings.

Skills

Communication

Housekeeping experience

Cleaning equipment knowledge

Reading instructions

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Computer

Job description

Job Description

Hutchinson Hospital is looking to hire an Environmental Services Aide – to join our – team! Come join us as a Partner for Good and help us make an impact on the care and experience that our patients and their families receive every day.

Position Summary:

The Environmental Services Technician provides clean, comfortable, orderly and satisfying environments for the patients, employees, and Park Nicollet community. The Environmental Services Aide (ESA) promotes sanitary conditions which prevent the spread of infections. The Environmental Services Technician is responsible for all cleaning of the facility and routine maintenance of cleaning equipment used.

Work Schedule:

FTE 0.3, 12 hours per week, 3 evenings a week from 5-9 PM.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assures that assigned work areas are maintained in a clean, safe, comfortable and attractive manner.
• Keeps all areas of the facility maintained by cleaning furniture, bathrooms, patient rooms, waiting rooms, conference rooms, hallways, stairs, elevators, floors, carpets, windows, etc., as well as vacuuming, dusting, and disposing of trash and infectious waste.
• Ensures equipment is available for daily work duties and is cleaned and properly stored after use.
• Reports burned out light bulbs, spots on ceiling, broken equipment or other findings to Facility Services.
• Assures that an adequate supply of housekeeping supplies is maintained in utility/janitorial closets to perform daily tasks.
• Assists in training of co-workers and attends service area meetings.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

Equivalent to two years of high school. Basic knowledge of cleaning equipment, supplies, computer, and their related uses. Able to communicate; read and understand instructions. Previous experience in housekeeping.

Accountabilities For All Employees

• Adheres to the Hutchinson Health Employee Values.
• Maintains confidentiality of the organization and patients.
• Reports any health/medical errors.
• Observes all Environment of Care policies and reports safety risks or hazards immediately.

Education, Training Or Degree Required

• Must be able to read, write, make simple calculations, and follow oral and written directions accurately.

License/Registration/Certification Required

• None.

Experience and Skills

• Knowledge of housekeeping and equipment maintenance is preferred.
• Previous experience working as a housekeeper, janitor, or custodian is preferred.
• General knowledge of furniture, floor and wall cleaning is required.
• Knowledge of sanitation and cleanliness is required.
• Accuracy in following written and verbal orders is required.

About Us

At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good – good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you’ll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work.

We’re a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.

At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We’re working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.

Benefits Designed To Support Your Total Health

As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.

Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.