Environmental Services Technician I

AR Systems Inc..; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

AR Systems Inc. in Santa Clarita is seeking an Environmental Services Technician I responsible for daily cleaning of patient rooms and ancillary areas, stocking supplies, and promoting a positive image of the hospital through meticulous hygiene and safety practices.

You will perform terminal cleaning, use cleaning solutions and UV light technology, follow infection control procedures, and support other services as needed to maintain a clean, safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience with hospital cleaning standards and infection control is beneficial.
• Ability to follow established cleaning procedures and safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Daily cleaning of patient rooms and ancillary areas.
• Stocking paper products and supplies for patient rooms.
• Perform discharge and terminal cleaning using approved procedures.
• Operate cleaning equipment and select appropriate chemicals safely.
• Maintain high QA standards and support other areas as needed.
• Follow written and verbal instructions and participate in training.

Skills

Cleaning procedures

Infection control

Attention to detail

Safety protocols

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cleaning equipment

UV light technology

Job description

Job Title: Environmental Services Technician

Job Location: CA

Job Details

The Environmental Services Technician I is responsible for the daily cleaning of patient rooms and associated ancillary areas, supplying rooms with paper products, and discharge room cleaning utilizing accepted practices and procedures. Additionally, they contribute to patient and guest relations by promoting a positive image of the hospital and adhering to established standards.

Responsibilities

• Is responsible for the daily cleaning of patient rooms, supplying rooms with paper products, and discharge cleaning utilizing accepted practices and procedures.
• Responsible for daily cleaning of support service areas as assigned.
• Demonstrates knowledge and efficient use of cleaning techniques, solutions, equipment, and tools. Uses appropriate chemicals, supplies, and tools for each task.
• Provides preventative cleaning service for occupied patient areas according to the Ten Step Interactive Cleaning and High-Profile Cleaning Procedures. Performs discharge cleaning of patient areas according to the Interactive Discharge Procedure.
• Performs terminal cleaning of walls, lights, and ceilings, including the use of UV light technology.
• Maintains high standards, works at a steady pace, and achieves high QA scores.
• Performs discharge cleaning of patient areas according to discharge procedures.
• Fill in to support other Support Services areas as needed to ensure operational efficiency.
• Follows written and verbal instructions accurately and completes other duties as assigned.

Technical Expertise

• Proficiency in operating and maintaining cleaning equipment and tools commonly used in environmental services.
• Knowledge of appropriate cleaning solutions, chemicals, and supplies, including their correct usage and safety protocols.
• Familiarity with cleaning techniques for various surfaces and areas, ensuring effective removal of dirt, stains, and pathogens.
• Ability to perform specialized cleaning tasks, such as terminal cleaning, including cleaning walls, lights, and ceilings, and utilizing UV light technology.
• Understanding of infection control practices and procedures to maintain a safe and hygienic environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to quality assurance standards to achieve high-quality cleaning outcomes.
• Capacity to follow written and verbal instructions accurately and efficiently.
• Annual Respiratory Mask Fitting and recertification training mandatory.

Education And Experience

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent is preferred
• Licensure: None
• Certification: None