Environmental Services Technician I (Part Time)

Sentara Healthcare Inc; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Sentara Healthcare Inc. seeks an Environmental Services Technician I to maintain a clean, sanitary hospital environment. You will focus on patient rooms, hallways, and common areas, applying safe cleaning practices and regulatory standards for waste handling.

The role emphasizes teamwork, proper use of cleaning chemicals and equipment, with opportunities to cross-train and grow professionally within the facility.

Qualifications

• High School Grad or Equivalent required.
• 1 year of previous housekeeping/ESD experience can be considered in lieu of High School education.

Responsibilities

• Clean patient rooms, hallways, and common areas.
• Respond to spills and ensure proper waste disposal.
• Maintain sanitary environment following regulatory standards for waste collection, handling and transport.
• Cross-train in other areas and pursue development opportunities.

Education

High School Grad or Equivalent

Job description

Hours

• Monday - Friday: 7am - 3:30pm
• Rotating Weekends

Overview

The Environmental Services Technician I is responsible for maintaining a clean, orderly, and sanitary environment in assigned areas. This role requires safe work practices, including the proper use of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and applications such as damp dusting, mopping, scouring, scrubbing, stripping, and polishing. The Technician also ensures compliance with regulatory standards for waste collection, handling, and transport. As an Environmental Services Technician, you will play a key role in creating a safe and welcoming environment for patients, their families, and staff. Your primary duties include cleaning patient rooms, hallways, and common areas, responding to spills, and ensuring proper waste disposal. This position offers opportunities to cross-train in other areas, along with pathways for professional development and career growth. Success in this role requires exceptional teamwork and collaboration, with a shared commitment to delivering the best possible experience and care for our patients.

Education

• High School Grad or Equivalent
• 1 year of previous housekeeping/ESD experience can be considered in lieu of High School education

Experience

• Previous housekeeping/ESD experience in a hospital setting is strongly preferred