Environmental Services Technician - Atrium Health Lake Norman (Full-Time) 1st Shift

Atrium Health; North Carolina; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Environmental Services Technician to ensure a clean and safe environment in medical facilities. This full-time role involves a variety of cleaning tasks, from sanitizing surfaces to managing waste disposal. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and experience in a similar role, showcasing the ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced setting. If you are passionate about maintaining a healthy environment and enjoy working in a team-oriented atmosphere, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Wellness incentives up to $1,350

Six weeks paid maternity leave

Four weeks paid parental leave

Health insurance options

Up to 7% employer-paid retirement contributions

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred for candidates.
• One year of experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete cleaning of assigned areas including dusting, sanitizing, and floor care.
• Maintain safe working environment and comply with infection control guidelines.
• Attend required training classes to maintain technical knowledge.

Skills

Prioritization

Cooperative working relationships

Equipment operation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Environmental Services Technician - Atrium Health Lake Norman (Full Time) 1st Shift

Atrium Health is seeking a full-time Environmental Services Technician. This position promotes environmental protection by maintaining healthy and safe medical facilities for employees and visitors.

Education: Earn your high school diploma or take ESL classes with no out-of-pocket expenses through our Online High School!
Wellness Incentives: Up to $1,350 in wellness incentives through our LiveWELL program.
Parental Benefits: Six weeks paid maternity leave & 4 weeks paid parental leave.
Health Benefits: Amazing health insurance with the option of a copay or HSA eligible plan.
Retirement: Up to 7% employer-paid retirement contributions.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following 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.
• Reporting repairs.

Heavy contact with cleaning chemicals, disinfecting agents, floor strippers and finishes.

Removes waste by:

• Collecting and transporting soiled linen.
• Emptying trash containers.
• Changing sharps containers.
• Transporting solid and hazardous waste to compactors.
• Recycling material.
• Emptying cigarette receptacles in smoking areas.

Keeps equipment clean and orderly and reports equipment failures or other mechanical issues to maintenance staff.

Maintains safe working environment and provides quality service by complying with procedures, rules and regulations, infection control guidelines, and meeting departmental quality standards.

Attends all required in-service education and training classes including safety update programs to maintain technical knowledge.

Consistently demonstrates the ability to meet time schedules and deadlines.

Qualified Candidates:

• Preferred: High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Preferred: One year experience.
• Can prioritize assignments to complete work in a timely manner.
• Can operate equipment.
• Can establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers.
• Performs repetitive work according to set procedures.
• Stressful, fast paced environment.
• Works in contaminated, isolation, construction and renovation areas.
• Occasionally works in extreme temperatures and around unpleasant smells.
• Exposure to individuals with various degrees of mental, physical conditions and illnesses.