Environmental Services Technician - FT/Days - Mercy Jefferson

Mercy; Festus (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Jefferson in Festus, MO is seeking an Environmental Services Technician to perform cleaning and sanitation across the facility, ensuring infection control standards are met and regulatory requirements are followed. This role supports a healthy, healing environment for patients and visitors.

The position is full-time (40 hours/week) with rotating weekends and holidays; candidates should be able to move throughout the hospital and lift up to 50 lbs as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; on-the-job training provided.
• Hospital environmental services experience preferred.
• Experience with customer service and interacting with the public.
• Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 50 lbs regularly.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning and sanitation tasks throughout the healthcare facility.
• Promote infection control standards and regulatory compliance.
• Move about the hospital during the shift and support department operations.

Skills

Customer service

Physical stamina

Following written and verbal in stru c

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Environmental Services Technician is responsible for performing a variety of cleaning and sanitation tasks throughout the healthcare facility to ensure compliance with infection control standards and regulatory requirements. This position plays a critical role in promoting a healthy and hygienic environment conducive to patient healing and well-being.

Position Details:

Location:

Mercy Hospital Jefferson - Environmental Services Department

1400 Hwy 61 South,

Festus, MO 63028

Hours/Schedule:

Full-Time (40 hours/week)

Days

Requires Rotating Weekends/Holidays

Our Housekeeping Team helps create a lasting impression of our hospital to patients and visitors!

Qualifications:

• Education: Although a high school diploma or GED is preferred, we are pleased to offer comprehensive on-the-job training to support your success at Mercy.
• Experience: Prior hospital environmental service experience preferred. Prior work experience following written and verbal instructions. Previous experience with performing manual tasks preferred. Prior experience working with the public; customer service.
• Physical Requirements:
  • Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs on a regular basis.
  • This role involves frequent movement throughout the hospital during the majority of the shift.
  • Flexibility and physical stamina are essential.
  • Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed to support departmental operation.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.