Environmental Services Technician-EVSTECH

Forefront Healthcare; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Supportive culture

Meaningful work

Job summary

Forefront Healthcare seeks an Environmental Services Technician to maintain a clean, safe healthcare environment. You will perform daily cleaning, disinfection, and laundry tasks while following infection prevention protocols and safety standards.

This role offers flexible scheduling and the chance to contribute to patient well-being in a supportive team. The position is hourly, non-exempt with potential extended hours based on operational needs, and pays a competitive hourly rate.

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare environmental services preferred.
• Able to follow infection control protocols and safety guidelines.
• Certifications in basic life safety or janitorial services are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily cleaning of patient/resident rooms, public areas, and workspaces.
• Disinfect, sanitize, and maintain a sanitary environment according to standards.
• Operate cleaning equipment safely and efficiently; assist with laundry duties as needed.
• Follow infection prevention protocols (OSHA, CMS, and applicable standards).
• Document work and participate in trainings and meetings.

Skills

Cleaning

Disinfection

Laundry duties

Safety protocols

Equipment operation

Teamwork

Job description

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Job Description

Forefront is dedicated to enhancing lives through exceptional culinary and support services. As a member of our team, you play an important role in maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable environment in a healthcare setting. Guided by our core values Tenacity, Integrity, Creativity, Service Excellence, Safety, and Caring, you help support healing and well-being for those we serve. If you are looking for flexible work and a meaningful role, we would love to have you on our team.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

• Supportive Culture: Be part of a team that values respect, teamwork, and reliability
• Flexible Scheduling: Schedules designed to support work-life balance
• Meaningful Work: Make a positive impact in a healthcare environment every day

Position Summary

The Environmental Services Technician performs daily cleaning, floor care, waste management, and laundry services to maintain a safe, sanitary, and welcoming environment for patients, residents, staff, and visitors. The EVS Technician follows established policies, procedures, and infection prevention protocols, and supports the Supervisor and Manager as needed to ensure efficient departmental operations.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

• This is an hourly, prn, non-exempt position. Extended hours may be necessary based on operational needs.
• Hourly Rate - $16.75/hr

Essential Functions and Duties

• Perform cleaning, disinfecting, and sanitizing of patient/resident rooms, public areas, and workspaces according to organizational standards.
• Operate and maintain cleaning equipment and supplies safely and efficiently.
• May perform laundry duties, including sorting, washing, drying, folding, and delivering linens and uniforms.
• Follow infection prevention and safety protocols, including OSHA, CMS, and TJC standards.
• Assist in setting up rooms, moving furniture, and performing light maintenance as needed.
• Report maintenance issues, supply needs, or safety concerns to the Supervisor.
• Document completed work and adhere to departmental checklists and quality standards.
• Participate in training, staff meetings, and continuous improvement initiatives.

General Responsibility as Required for Position

• Responsible for acting in conformance with all facility and departmental policies and procedures including those relating to Human Resources, Code of Ethics and Business Conduct, Health and Safety regulations, Compliance requirements, Patient Rights, Confidentiality, and HIPAA. Responsible for acting in conformance with accrediting agency standards.
• Attends department meetings as required.
• Demonstrates accountability to accept responsibility for personal/professional growth and any required certification/licenses, if applicable.
• Completes mandatory training and competencies annually.

Travel

• N/A

AAP/EEO Statement

Forefront will not discriminate based on race, color, sex, height, weight, disability, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, military service, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or any other protected class in its hiring practices, conditions for transfer or promotion, policies, discipline, discharge, terms, conditions or benefits of employment.

Other Duties as assigned

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the associate for this job. Job duties, tasks, responsibilities, and activities may change from time to time.

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