Environmental Services Technician

111 Lexington Medical Center; Meadowview (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Educational assistance

Job summary

Lexington Medical Center Environmental Services is seeking a reliable, detail‑oriented cleaner for the 2nd shift. The role involves thorough cleaning of patient areas, restrooms and common spaces, with emphasis on sanitation and safety.

You will follow established procedures, ensure timely completion of tasks and maintain clean, safe facilities. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED (preferred) and at least 1 year of experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• One year experience preferred.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment and tools.

Responsibilities

• Performs complete cleaning of assigned areas including dusting, sanitizing and floor care.
• Uses cleaning chemicals and equipment, indoors with possible outdoor tasks.
• Removes waste and recyclables; handles sharps containers and hazardous waste.

Skills

Prioritization

Equipment operation

Communication

Temperature exposure

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Department

11906 Lexington Medical Center - Environmental Services Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: 2nd shift Pay Range: $18.85 - $28.30 SHIFT: Second Shift EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: High School diploma or GED equivalent preferred. One year experience preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Performs complete cleaning of assigned areas to include, but not limited to: dusting and sanitizing furniture, equipment, mirrors and fixtures; washing windows, walls, ceilings, vents and light fixtures; sweeping, scrubbing and refinishing floors; vacuuming and shampooing carpet; re‑stocking restrooms; replacing light bulbs; and reporting repairs.
2. Heavy contact with cleaning chemicals, disinfecting agents, floor strippers and finishes. Majority of work is indoors but may assist with outdoor cleaning including parking lot, windows and roof. Various cleaning activities may include the use of a ladder.
3. Removes waste by collecting and transporting soiled linen, emptying trash containers, changing sharps containers, transporting solid and hazardous waste to compactors, recycling material, and emptying cigarette receptacles in smoking areas.
4. Keeps equipment associated with the job, clean and orderly, and reports equipment failures or other mechanical issues to maintenance staff.
5. Maintains safe working environment and provides quality service by complying with procedures, rules and regulations, infection control guidelines, and meeting departmental quality standards.
6. Attends all required in‑service education and training classes including safety update programs to maintain technical knowledge.
7. Consistently demonstrates the ability to meet time schedules and deadlines.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Prioritizes assignments to complete work in a timely manner
• Ability to operate equipment
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Works occasionally in extreme temperatures and around unpleasant smells
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Performs repetitive work according to set procedures Stressful, fast paced Works in contaminated, isolation, construction and renovation areas Exposure to individuals with various degrees of mental, physical conditions and illnesses.

Our Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

• Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Benefits and more
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities. Reshaping Access What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities. Transforming Care We’re redefining the standard for care with world‑class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading‑edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care