Environmental Services Technician/Housekeeper (EVS Tech)

Beloit Health System; Beloit (WI); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

Beloit Health System is seeking an EVS Technician / Housekeeper to maintain a safe, clean, and sanitized healthcare environment across patient rooms, procedures areas, and public spaces.

You will perform daily cleaning, disinfecting, waste handling, restocking, and terminal cleaning in discharge rooms, following infection prevention protocols and PPE guidelines. The role requires attention to detail, ability to work independently or in a team, and a commitment to patient satisfaction.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Healthcare housekeeping experience preferred.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and patient satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily cleaning, disinfecting, and sanitizing of patient rooms, procedure areas, restrooms, offices, and public areas per infection prevention and environmental standards.
• Utilizes cleaning agents and equipment following SDS guidelines.
• Safely handles, removes, and disposes of general waste, regulated medical waste, and sharps containers.
• Cleans and maintains flooring including vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, and spot cleaning carpets/upholstery.
• Dusts, wipes, and disinfects surfaces, especially high-touch areas like bed rails and door handles.
• Restocks supplies such as towels, soap, sanitizer, and toilet tissue as needed.
• Follows hand hygiene and PPE protocols.
• Performs terminal cleaning in discharge and isolation rooms per infection prevention protocols.
• Cleans glass, windows, and mirrors to maintain streak-free finishes.
• Operates EVS equipment safely (vacuum, scrubbers, chemical dispensing).
• Documents cleaning tasks and follows departmental procedures for QA.
• Reports facility issues promptly to appropriate departments.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Patient-focused

Follow instructions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Beloit Health System is looking to add an EVS Technician / Housekeeperto our Team!

• Shift: Various shifts available
• Schedule: Varied
• Hours per week: Varied - Per Diem
• Benefits Status: Not Eligible
• Department: Environmental Services

The Environmental Services Technician (Housekeeper) is responsible for maintaining a safe, clean, and sanitized healthcare environment that supports infection prevention, patient safety, and regulatory compliance. This role plays a key part in upholding the hospital's commitment to excellence in patient care and satisfaction by adhering to high standards of cleanliness in patient care areas, public spaces, and administrative offices.

• Performs daily cleaning, disinfecting, and sanitizing of patient rooms, procedure areas, restrooms, offices, and public areas in accordance with hospital infection prevention and environmental standards.
• Utilizes hospital-approved cleaning agents and equipment, following manufacturer's instructions and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) guidelines.
• Safely handles, removes, and disposes of general waste, regulated medical waste, and sharps containers.
• Cleans and maintains flooring including vacuuming, sweeping, dry/wet mopping, and spot cleaning carpets and upholstery.
• Dusts, wipes, and disinfects all horizontal and vertical surfaces, including high-touch areas (e.g., bed rails, door handles, light switches).
• Restocks supplies such as paper towels, soap, sanitizer, and toilet tissue as needed.
• Always adheres to proper hand hygiene and personal protective equipment (PPE) protocols.
• Performs terminal cleaning in discharge and isolation rooms, ensuring compliance with infection prevention protocols.
• Cleans glass, windows, and mirrors, maintaining a streak-free finish.
• Operates EVS equipment such as vacuums, scrubbers, and chemical dispensing systems safely and effectively.
• Documents cleaning tasks and follows departmental procedures for quality assurance.
• Follows isolation precautions and environmental guidelines for contact, droplet, airborne, and enhanced precautions as directed. .
• Reports facility issues (e.g., broken fixtures, spills, safety hazards) to appropriate departments promptly.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior healthcare housekeeping or custodial experience preferred.
• Must complete Environmental Services onboarding and competency checklist. .
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Professional and courteous demeanor with a focus on patient satisfaction.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced healthcare environment