Environmental Services Technician (EVS Tech), ELL English Language Learner Program - Start Date[...]

Augusta Health Brand; Fishersville (VA); On-site; USD 22,730 - 30,238; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid English language instruction

Career development opportunities

Supportive learning environment

Job summary

Augusta Health Brand in Fishersville is seeking an Environmental Services Technician to join their team, focusing on creating a clean and safe environment for patients and staff. This full-time position includes participation in a paid English Language Learner program designed to enhance communication skills.

The program offers a supportive learning environment with career development opportunities and full-time hours, along with comprehensive training and support. Required qualifications include eligibility to work in the U.S. and a preferred high school diploma.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write and follow directions.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms and public areas.
• Replenishing supplies.
• Following safety and infection prevention standards.

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Environmental Services Technician (EVS Tech), ELL English Language Learner Program – Start Date: August 17, 2026

Job Category: Non‑Clinical

Requisition Number: ENVIR013475

• Posted: July 2, 2026
• Full‑Time
• On‑site

Location

Fishersville VA
78 Medical Center Drive
Fishersville, VA 22939, USA

Pay or Shift Range

$16.50 USD to $21.95 USD

The pay range reflects the current compensation range for this position at the time of posting. Individual offers are determined based on directly related experience, skills, education, internal equity, and other job‑related factors. Not all candidates will qualify for the upper end of the posted range.

Description

Build Your Career While Building Confidence in English

Are you looking for a welcoming workplace where you are respected, supported, and encouraged to grow? Augusta Health is seeking Environmental Services Technicians who speak English as a second language to join our paid English Language Learner (ELL) Program.

This unique program is designed to help you strengthen your English communication skills while gaining valuable work experience in a supportive healthcare environment. Whether you're new to the workforce or looking for a career opportunity, Augusta Health is committed to helping you succeed.

Why Join the Augusta Health ELL Program?

Our paid 10‑week English Language Learner Program helps participants gain confidence speaking English, improve workplace communication skills, and better understand job‑related safety and work instructions. Through a combination of hands‑on work experience and classroom learning, you'll build the skills needed to thrive both professionally and personally.

Program Highlights

• Paid English language instruction – Receive 2 hours of classroom training each day, Monday through Thursday, paid at your regular hourly rate.
• Full‑Time (40 hours per week)
• Part‑Time (32 hours per week)
• Supportive learning environment – Benefit from bilingual policies, work instructions, interview assistance, and onboarding support.
• Career development – Enhance your communication, job skills, and workplace safety knowledge while working alongside a welcoming team.
• Future growth opportunities – Participants who begin in a part‑time role may have the opportunity to increase their hours and become eligible for Augusta Health's comprehensive benefits package.

Program Schedule

• Training Shift: Evening shift, 2:45 p.m. – 11:15 p.m.
• Training Days: Monday through Thursday
• Post‑Training Schedule: Evening shift with potential opportunities for future shift changes based on organizational needs.

An interpreter is available to support candidates throughout the interview and hiring process, ensuring you feel comfortable every step of the way.

About the Environmental Services Technician Role

Environmental Services Technicians play an important role in creating a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for patients, families, visitors, and team members throughout Augusta Health.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms and public areas
• Replenishing supplies
• Following safety and infection prevention standards
• Helping maintain a comfortable, healing environment for all
• Attend in‑services as directed by Environmental Services Supervisor
• Promote harmonious relationships and positive attitudes among the health care team
• Communicate with patients and other staff verbally, audibly, and in writing using Augusta Health documentation
• Provide daily housekeeping services in the patient care area with a 7‑step cleaning procedure
• Maintain tools, equipment, chemicals, and supplies safely and securely
• Report deficiencies in equipment and supplies in a timely manner
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information
• Respect patient dignity and privacy
• Demonstrate appropriate verbal/nonverbal behavior
• Assist with patient discharge and bed preparation for next patient
• Assist with patient care reporting emergency situations to nursing personnel
• Follow fall precaution guidelines when indicated

Required Qualifications

• Education: None
• Licensure/Certification: None
• Experience: None
• Driver’s License: N/A
• Eligibility to work in the United States and meet Virginia state employment requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED preferred
• Prior experience in a hospital or healthcare system, or related service‑oriented environment
• Familiarity with Augusta Health’s systems, workflows, or organizational culture is a plus

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read, write and follow directions
• Basic computer skills

About Augusta Health

Augusta Health is an independent, nonprofit, mission‑driven health system located in Fishersville, Virginia, in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley. We offer a full continuum of inpatient and outpatient services, including Augusta Medical Center—a 255‑bed facility—and Augusta Medical Group, which operates 40 practice locations and four urgent care centers. Our commitment to excellence, innovation, and compassionate care makes Augusta Health a leading employer and healthcare provider in the region.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Augusta Health recruits, hires, and promotes qualified candidates for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran or military discharge status, and family medical or genetic information. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace in accordance with federal and Virginia state employment laws.