Environmental Services Worker I

CHS Career Site; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

CHS Career Site is seeking an Environmental Service Worker I in Dothan, AL. You will clean and sanitize rooms, hallways, lounges, restrooms, and other spaces to support a safe, welcoming environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

Follow infection control and safety standards, operate cleaning equipment safely, restock supplies, and report maintenance needs. Requires 1–2 years of cleaning or environmental service experience, and a high school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of cleaning or environmental service experience preferred.
• Knowledge of infection control and safety standards.
• Ability to lift/move objects and perform repetitive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and sanitizes assigned areas in line with infection control standards.
• Maintains floors and surfaces using appropriate cleaning techniques.
• Restocks supplies and reports shortages to ensure continuous availability.
• Operates and maintains cleaning equipment safely and reports malfunctions.
• Performs other duties as assigned and maintains regular attendance.

Skills

Cleaning techniques and products

Infection control and safety

Equipment operation and safety

Attention to detail

Communication

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Job Summary

The Environmental Service Worker I ensures a clean, safe, and welcoming environment by performing cleaning, floor care, and waste management tasks in assigned areas. This role upholds high standards of hygiene and safety, contributing to the comfort and well-being of patients, staff, and visitors while adhering to infection control and regulatory protocols.

Essential Functions

• Cleans and sanitizes assigned areas, including rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, elevators, stairways, locker rooms, and other workspaces, ensuring adherence to infection control standards.
• Sweeps, mops, vacuums, and dusts floors, furniture, and equipment, utilizing appropriate cleaning tools and techniques.
• Performs maintenance of hard and carpeted surfaces, including stripping, refinishing, and treating floors and upholstery as per department procedures.
• Washes walls, ceilings, windows, woodwork, door panels, and other surfaces to maintain cleanliness and hygiene.
• Restocks supplies in designated areas, monitoring inventory levels and reporting shortages to ensure continuous availability.
• Handles trash and biohazardous materials safely, including collection, transportation, and disposal in compliance with safety and HIPAA protocols.
• Operates and maintains cleaning equipment effectively, ensuring proper functionality and reporting any malfunctions or repair needs.
• Assists with minor repairs or maintenance tasks and promptly reports larger facility issues to the appropriate personnel.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of cleaning or environmental service experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of cleaning techniques, equipment, and products.
• Understanding of infection control and safety standards.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment effectively and safely.
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with staff, patients, and visitors.
• Physical ability to perform repetitive tasks and lift or move objects as needed.

State Specific Requirements

• Indiana: IN Lutheran Hospital requires successful completion of assigned SAMA course within 30 days of hire.
• Mississippi: Successful completion of assigned SAMA course within 30 days of hire required.
• North Carolina: Successful completion of assigned SAMA course within 30 days of hire required.

Job Info

• Job Identification 164031
• Job Category Maintenance Facilities and Engineering
• Posting Date 09/11/2026, 09:33 AM
• Degree Level High School Graduate
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 4370 W Main St, Dothan, AL, 36305, US