Environmental Services Technician

Mountains Community Hospital; Lake Arrowhead (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Mountains Community Hospital is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Environmental Services Technician to join our Environmental Services team. This position helps maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff.

The ideal candidate takes pride in their work, demonstrates compassion and respect, and understands the importance of cleanliness and infection prevention in a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous housekeeping or environmental services experience preferred; healthcare experience is a plus.
• Willingness to work assigned shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect patient rooms, treatment areas, nursing units, offices, restrooms, and other hospital facilities.
• Perform daily and scheduled cleaning according to hospital policies and infection prevention standards.
• Follow established procedures for cleaning and disinfecting patient care areas.
• Properly handle and dispose of waste, including regulated medical waste, in accordance with applicable procedures.
• Replenish cleaning supplies, linens, and other assigned materials.
• Operate and maintain cleaning equipment safely and effectively.
• Respond to requests for cleaning services, including discharge room cleaning and urgent environmental needs.
• Maintain floors through sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and other assigned floor-care duties.
• Identify and report maintenance concerns, safety hazards, or facility issues.
• Follow all hospital safety, infection prevention, and confidentiality policies.
• Provide courteous and respectful service to patients, visitors, and coworkers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Make a Difference in Patient Care!

Mountains Community Hospital is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Environmental Services Technician to join our Environmental Services team. This position plays an important role in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for our patients, visitors, and staff.

The ideal candidate takes pride in their work, demonstrates compassion and respect, and understands the importance of cleanliness and infection prevention in a healthcare setting.

Essential Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect patient rooms, treatment areas, nursing units, offices, restrooms, and other hospital facilities.
• Perform daily and scheduled cleaning according to hospital policies and infection prevention standards.
• Follow established procedures for cleaning and disinfecting patient care areas.
• Properly handle and dispose of waste, including regulated medical waste, in accordance with applicable procedures.
• Replenish cleaning supplies, linens, and other assigned materials.
• Operate and maintain cleaning equipment safely and effectively.
• Respond to requests for cleaning services, including discharge room cleaning and urgent environmental needs.
• Maintain floors through sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and other assigned floor-care duties.
• Identify and report maintenance concerns, safety hazards, or facility issues.
• Follow all hospital safety, infection prevention, and confidentiality policies.
• Provide courteous and respectful service to patients, visitors, and coworkers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous housekeeping or environmental services experience preferred; healthcare experience is a plus.
• Willingness to work assigned shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, push, and pull while performing cleaning duties.
• Ability to lift and carry cleaning supplies and equipment, including items weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to perform repetitive cleaning tasks and work in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Why Join MCH?

At Mountains Community Hospital, our team is committed to providing compassionate, safe, and high-quality care to our community. Our employees make a difference every day by demonstrating our values:

• Compassion: Treat others with kindness and understanding.
• Accountability: Take ownership of responsibilities and maintain high standards.
• Respect: Value the unique needs and experiences of others.
• Excellence: Strive for quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Service: Go above and beyond to support our patients and community.

Join Our Team!

Mountains Community Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.