Environmental Services Technician, Housekeeping/Laundry Long Term Care (LTC)

Good Samaritan; West Union (IA); On-site; USD 15,153 - 23,419; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Generous time-off package

Job summary

A healthcare facility is seeking a part-time Environmental Services Technician to ensure a clean and safe environment for patients and staff. Responsibilities include cleaning patient rooms, performing laundry tasks, and adhering to safety protocols. Preferred qualifications include a high school diploma and six months of housekeeping experience, along with strong customer service skills. This role offers a starting hourly rate between $11.00 and $17.00 and requires availability for various shifts.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service and communication skills are required.
• Six months housekeeping or commercial cleaning experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of materials, devices, and cleaning chemicals is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of patient and resident rooms according to guidelines.
• Perform housekeeping processes including laundry tasks.
• Provide physical assistance and equipment management as needed.

Skills

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of cleaning methods

Ability to use a computer

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Environmental Services Technician, Housekeeping/Laundry Long Term Care (LTC)

Good Samaritan seeks an Environmental Services Technician in Long Term Care to maintain a safe and sanitary environment for patients/residents, visitors, and staff. The position is part-time and located at the GSS IA West Union Center, West Union, IA.

Job Details

• Facility: GSS IA West Union Ctr
• Location: West Union, IA
• Address: 201 Hall St, West Union, IA 52175, USA
• Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts
• Job Schedule: Part time
• Weekly Hours: 20.00
• Starting Rate: $11.00 - $17.00

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of patient/resident rooms and assigned areas following infection control, safety, and procedural guidelines.
• Empty waste baskets, sweep, scrub, wax, and polish floors using brooms, mops, or powered machines.
• Perform housekeeping and laundry processes, including using tools and techniques appropriate for a healthcare environment.
• Operate pagers and other technology as required and assist in laundry areas as needed.
• Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment and maintain well-stocked, clean, and tidy equipment and carts.
• Perform physical activities such as climbing, lifting (up to 40–50 lb), and moving equipment on flat surfaces or ramps.
• Be available for overtime, on‑call, backup call, nights, days, weekends, and holidays as required by patient/resident needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• Minimum of six months housekeeping or commercial cleaning experience (preferred).
• Ability to use a 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

The Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full‑time and part‑time employees, including health, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; work/life balance benefits; and a generous time‑off package. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits.

Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation for your application, please call 1‑877‑673‑0854 or email [e-mail]. Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy; an accepted offer requires a drug screen and pre‑employment background screening.