Environmental Services Technician

Lexington Health; Lexington (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Lexington Health is seeking a Part-time Environmental Services Technician in Lexington, SC. The role focuses on maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment in patient rooms, clinical areas, and public spaces on-site.

Responsibilities include cleaning, disinfection, waste handling, restocking supplies, and collaborating with nursing and clinical staff to support patient care while adhering to infection control and safety policies.

Qualifications

• Performs environmental cleaning tasks in patient rooms, clinical areas, and public spaces.
• Follows infection prevention practices and safety procedures.
• Maintains accuracy in restocking supplies and adhering to schedules.
• Communicates effectively with patients, visitors, and care teams.

Responsibilities

• Clean patient rooms, clinical areas, and public spaces.
• Disinfect surfaces, floors, restrooms, and equipment.
• Handle waste and linen per infection control protocols.
• Restock supplies and coordinate with nursing staff.
• Respond promptly to cleaning requests and uphold safety standards.

Skills

Cleaning

Infection control

Time management

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Company Description Lexington Health is a comprehensive healthcare network centered around Lexington Medical Center, a 607-bed teaching hospital in West Columbia, South Carolina, supported by six community medical and urgent care centers and nearly 80 physician practices. The organization employs more than 9,000 health care professionals and has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the best hospital in the Columbia Metro and by Modern Healthcare as one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare. Lexington Health is home to an accredited Cancer Center of Excellence, South Carolina’s first HeartCARE Center, the largest skilled nursing facility in the Carolinas, and specialized centers for occupational health and Alzheimer’s care. The system operates one of the busiest Emergency departments in the state, delivering thousands of babies and performing tens of thousands of surgeries each year. Guided by a mission to provide quality health services that meet community needs, Lexington Health offers a dynamic environment for health care professionals and support staff.

Role Description The Environmental Services Technician is a part-time, on-site role located in Lexington, SC. This team member is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment in patient rooms, clinical areas, public spaces, and support areas. Daily tasks include cleaning and disinfecting surfaces, floors, restrooms, and equipment; handling waste and linen in accordance with infection control and safety protocols; and restocking supplies as needed. The technician follows established procedures and schedules, operates cleaning tools and equipment safely, and collaborates with nursing and clinical staff to support patient care. The role also involves promptly responding to cleaning requests, adhering to regulatory and hospital standards, and contributing to a respectful, patient-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to perform environmental cleaning tasks, including surface disinfection, floor care, restroom sanitation, and waste handling.
• Understanding of infection prevention practices, safety procedures, and proper use of cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and time management skills in a fast-paced healthcare setting.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with patients, visitors, and multidisciplinary care teams.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and carry supplies or equipment throughout the shift, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Previous experience in environmental services, housekeeping, or custodial work, preferably in a hospital or healthcare facility, is beneficial.
• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred; willingness to complete facility-specific training and competency checks required.
• Commitment to patient safety, confidentiality, and Lexington Health’s mission and values.