Environmental Services Technician - FT

Good Samaritan; Tyndall (SD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

401(k)

Job summary

The Good Samaritan Society is hiring an Environmental Services Technician in Tyndall, SD to maintain a clean, safe environment for patients, residents and staff. You will perform flooring care, waste handling, and room cleaning in patient areas and public spaces, following infection control and safety protocols.

Hours: 30 per week, shifts vary; compensation includes $15.00–$17.00 per hour and a $5,000 sign-on bonus. A high school diploma is preferred; healthcare custodial experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of six months housekeeping or commercial cleaning experience preferred.
• Knowledge of materials, equipment, cleaning methods and cleaning chemicals is helpful.
• Strong customer service, communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Previous custodial experience in a healthcare environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and sanitary environment in patient/resident rooms and common areas by following infection control and safety guidelines.
• Clean floors, wipe surfaces, empty waste baskets and manage cleaning equipment in assigned areas.
• Assist in laundry areas as appropriate and use technology as needed.
• Work in locations and shifts that meet patient/resident needs, including overtime or weekends.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

• Facility: GSS SD Tyndall Ctr
• Location: Tyndall, SD
• Address: 2304 Laurel St, Tyndall, SD 57066, USA
• Shift: Varies
• Job Schedule: Full time
• Weekly Hours: 30.00
• Salary Range: $15.00 - $17.00
• Pay Info: This position is eligible for a $5,000 Sign on Bonus!

Department Details

The Good Samaritan Society is committed to providing an unprecedented level of compassionate care and a range of amenities so our residents can enjoy a carefree, fulfilling lifestyle with services tailored to their needs.

We Offer Great Benefits To Our Employees

• 401(k) with employer match
• PTO accrual starting on your first day
• Leadership development
• Growth opportunities
• Work/life balance benefits

Job Summary

Environmental Services Technician is responsible for maintaining a safe and sanitary environment in patient/resident rooms and assigned areas for patients/residents, visitors and associates by following infection control, safety, and procedural guidelines. Tasks that the individual will be responsible for include but not limited to; emptying waste baskets, sweeping, scrubbing, waxing, or polishing floors, using brooms, mops, or powered scrubbing and waxing machines. Demonstrate knowledge of housekeeping processes, tools and techniques in a healthcare environment; ability to apply this to provide a clean and sterile environment for patients/residents and facility staff. May be responsible for the following locations to clean but not limited to; patient/resident rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, locker rooms, and other work areas so that health standards are met.

Wear the proper protective equipment following the appropriate guidelines. Keep storage, equipment and carts well-stocked, clean, and tidy. Environmental Services Technicians will have access to pagers and other technology that they will be responsible to use appropriately when needed. Assist in the laundry areas as appropriate. Depending upon location and availability of programs, may have access to use of technology applications.

Physical activities include but not limited to, considerable use of arms and legs and moving of whole body; such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, twisting, squatting, and handling materials. Ability to lift and/or move up to 40-50lbs and push/pull up variable weight limits on flat surfaces or up and down ramps. This position will require the individual to be on their feet for the majority of their shift. May be exposed to certain levels of noise with the equipment in operation.

Depending on location of position, work hours will vary depending on patient/resident needs. This may include overtime, call, backup call, nights, days, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of six months housekeeping or commercial cleaning experience preferred. Ability to use computer and prior cleaning experience is helpful. Knowledge of materials, equipment, cleaning methods and cleaning chemicals is helpful. Strong customer service, communication and interpersonal skills are required. Previous custodial experience in a healthcare environment is preferred.

Benefits

Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail].

Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

• Req Number: R-0277271
• Job Function: Facilities and General Services
• Featured: No