Environmental Services Technician - 1st Shift

Mercy Health System; Rockford (IL); Presencial; USD 21.000 - 31.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Certification Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Descripción de la vacante

Mercyhealth in Rockford, IL is seeking an Environmental Services Technician on 1st shift to maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary environment across patient rooms and common areas. The role involves cleaning, restocking supplies, handling chemicals safely, and following infection prevention procedures.

Responsibilities include operating in EPIC bed tracking as needed, coordinating with departments for project cleaning, and using protective equipment.

Formación

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Previous cleaning experience helpful.

Responsabilidades

• Thoroughly clean assigned areas including rooms and common spaces.
• Adhere to infection prevention standards and chemical safety.
• Restock supplies and prepare rooms for next patient.
• Operate EPIC bed-tracking when applicable and report safety hazards.

Conocimientos

Attention to detail

Infection prevention

Safety awareness

Communication

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Herramientas

EPIC system

Descripción del empleo

Environmental Services Technician - 1st Shift - Mercyhealth Logo### Environmental Services Technician - 1st ShiftApply: Javon Bea Hospital - Rockford, IL: Full time: Posted Today: 2026-03329**OVERVIEW** Maintains a clean, safe, and sanitary environment by cleaning patient rooms, common areas, equipment, and other assigned spaces throughout the facility. Follows infection prevention and safety procedures, properly handles cleaning chemicals and waste, restocks supplies, and prepares rooms for incoming patients.**SCHEDULE:** 40-hours per week **SHIFT:** Days **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*** Responsible for thorough cleaning of assigned areas including, but not limited to, furniture, tile, fixtures, windows, sinks, tubs, toilets, mirrors, showers, etc. Perform high and low dusting of TV's, lights, walls, mop floors, elevators and stairs, clean door frames, ceiling vents, and vacuum carpet, etc.* Adhere to all organizational policies and procedures.* Observes all isolation procedures and Infect Prevention Standards. Is knowledgeable on correct chemicals used for different pathogens.* Maintains EVS closet, EVS cart, and all equipment in a neat and orderly manner. Reports any safety hazards or equipment in need of repair to supervisor and/or Facilities. Maintain correct amount of supplies. Is knowledgeable on correct chemicals used for different pathogens.* Replenishes paper, soap supplies, hand sanitizer.* Hangs cubicles/drapes according to department policy.* Special project assignments, including coordinating specifics such as; contacting affected departments to advise of upcoming project (i.e. construction projects, wall cleaning, drapes, changing cubicles, window washing, etc.), and post informational signs.* Moves furniture, supplies and equipment as requested adhering to departmental safety and lifting procedures. Seeks assistance when in doubt.* Responsible for properly mixing and storing chemicals to achieve correct dilution ratio. Uses proper personal protective equipment including safety goggles when needed. Reads directions carefully and asks supervisor when in doubt. Uses wet floor signs, etc. to block off work area.* Makes beds in accordance with specific area needs. Is knowledgeable and can identify various bed types. Utilizes bed tracking phone/pager, places bed in EPIC and removes when bed has been completed. Responds to phone/pager call from supervisor within 5 minutes. Reports phone/pager problems to supervisor. Logs out of EPIC. Ensures dismissal rooms are ready for the next patient. Uses Xenex UV Light robot for specified rooms where available.* Returns soiled and clean unused mops to department and places in proper containers/areas.* Adheres to all applicable regulations and standards.* Adheres to proper handling, transport and disposal of all waste types, including but not limited to: hazardous, infectious, sharps, confidential, recycling, regular trash, universal. Complete DOT Certification in order to package and transport regulated medical waste. Asks supervisor or lead when in doubt.**EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE**High school graduate or equivalent preferred. Previous cleaning experience helpful.**PAY RANGE:**$15.30 - $22.18Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:* Medical, Dental, Vision* Life & Disability Insurance* FSA/HSA Options* Generous, accruing paid time off* Paid Parental and caregiver leave* Career advancement and educational opportunities* Tuition and certification reimbursement* Certification Reimbursement* Well-being Programs* Employee Discounts* On-Demand Pay* Financial Education* Annual recognition/awards events* Partner appreciation days* Family entertainment/attractions discount* Community service/improvement opportunitiesClick here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information.At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:* #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50* One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers* A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women### About UsFor over 135 years, Mercyhealth has provided high-quality health care to residents throughout northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. We have a passion for providing comprehensive health care close to home for area residents through our six hospitals and 85 primary and specialty care locations.