Environmental Services Technician PRN

Big Bend Hospice; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Big Bend Hospice is seeking a Weekend Environmental Services Technician in Tallahassee, FL. This part-time role focuses on cleaning and disinfecting the Hospice Inpatient Unit, common areas, and offices to keep spaces safe and welcoming for patients and families.

Weekend shifts: 2-4 weekends per month, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. You’ll follow infection control procedures, use cleaning products and PPE, handle waste correctly, and report maintenance concerns.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Custodial/janitorial experience is helpful but not required.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Basic understanding of workplace safety and infection control.
• Lift up to 25 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to use email and an electronic timekeeping app.
• Work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and disinfecting Hospice Inpatient Unit patient rooms and high-touch surfaces.
• Sanitizing IPU common areas, hallways, waiting areas, kitchens, restrooms, and shared spaces.
• Vacuuming, sweeping, and mopping floors throughout assigned areas.
• Dusting furniture, surfaces, windows, glass, and mirrors.
• Maintaining kitchen and break room areas and restrooms.
• Emptying trash and handling waste appropriately.
• Following infection control, sanitation, and safety procedures.
• Properly using cleaning products, equipment, and PPE.
• Reporting maintenance concerns and safety hazards to the supervisor.
• Assisting with meeting room and event setup/cleanup.
• Responding promptly to spills and urgent cleaning needs.

Skills

Reliable

Detail oriented

Self-motivated

Professional compassion

Safety minded

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Timekeeping app

Email

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: Tallahassee, FL 32308
• Position Type: Part Time
• Education Level: None
• Salary Range: $18.00 - $20.00
• Hourly Travel Percentage: None
• Job Shift: Any
• Job Category: Facilities Environmental Services Technician – Weekend Position

Your Schedule

• Weekend Position | 2-4 weekends per month
• Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

What You'll Do

• Cleaning and disinfecting Hospice Inpatient Unit patient rooms, including cleaning high-touch surfaces and ensuring rooms are clean, comfortable, and ready for patients and families
• Cleaning and sanitizing IPU common areas, including hallways, waiting areas, family spaces, kitchens/break rooms, restrooms, and other shared areas
• Cleaning and maintaining administrative offices, common areas, and other facility spaces
• Vacuuming, sweeping, and mopping floors throughout assigned areas
• Cleaning and sanitizing restrooms, including sinks, toilets, mirrors, and fixtures
• Dusting and cleaning furniture, surfaces, windows, glass, and mirrors
• Maintaining kitchen and break room areas
• Emptying trash and handling waste appropriately
• Replenishing restroom, housekeeping, and cleaning supplies
• Following established infection control, cleaning, sanitation, and safety procedures, particularly within the Hospice Inpatient Unit
• Properly using cleaning products, equipment, and PPE
• Performing periodic deep-cleaning tasks as assigned
• Assisting with meeting room and event setup and cleanup
• Responding promptly to spills, accidents, and other urgent cleaning needs
• Reporting maintenance concerns, damaged equipment, leaks, or safety hazards to the supervisor
• Maintaining cleaning equipment and supplies in an organized and safe manner
• Working respectfully and professionally around patients, families, visitors, volunteers, and healthcare team members

What We're Looking For

• Reliable. You show up, follow through, and take pride in doing your job well.
• Detail-oriented. You notice the little things that make a space feel clean, comfortable, and cared for.
• Self-motivated. You're comfortable working independently and managing your responsibilities without constant supervision.
• Professional and compassionate. You understand that working in a hospice environment requires respect, discretion, kindness, and sensitivity.
• Safety-minded. You understand the importance of using cleaning products, equipment, and PPE properly.

What You'll Need

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous custodial, housekeeping, or janitorial experience is helpful, but not required
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Basic understanding of workplace safety and infection control practices
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and stand for extended periods
• Ability to use basic technology, including email and an electronic timekeeping app
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Why This Work Matters

At Big Bend Hospice, environmental services isn't simply about cleaning.

It's about creating a safe, peaceful, welcoming environment for people during some of life's most important moments.

Your work allows our staff to focus on caring for patients and families while you take pride in ensuring the environment around them is clean, comfortable, and cared for.

Final candidates will be required to pass a Level II Background Screening (fingerprinting required), pre-employment drug screen and have positive past employment references.