Environmental Services Worker I - FT (7am-330pm)

Community Health Systems; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Ins

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Extended Illness Bank (EIB)

Matching 401(k)

Opportunities for Career Advancement

Rewards & Recognition Programs

Exclusive Discounts and Perks

Job summary

Northwest Medical Center is seeking a full-time Environmental Services Worker I to support our Housekeeping department. The role covers cleaning, floor care, and waste management in assigned areas, with a day shift from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm and weekend/holiday rotation.

Responsibilities include sanitizing spaces, handling waste per HIPAA protocols, restocking supplies, and maintaining equipment. Candidates should have 1–2 years of experience and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Cleans and sanitizes assigned areas following infection control standards.
• Sweeps, mops, vacuums, and dusts floors and surfaces.
• Maintains floor care and upholstery per department procedures.
• Washes walls, ceilings, windows, and woodwork to keep areas hygienic.
• Restocks supplies and reports shortages for continuous availability.
• Handles trash and biohazardous materials safely per safety policies.
• Operates and maintains cleaning equipment and reports malfunctions.
• Assists with minor repairs and notifies supervisors of larger facility issues.
• Maintains regular attendance and complies with policies.

Skills

Cleaning techniques

Infection control

Operate cleaning equipment

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Job description

Seeking a full-time Environmental Services Worker I to support our Housekeeping department at Northwest Medical Center, located on 6200 N La Cholla Blvd.

Day Shift: 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. Must be willing to alternate weekends and holidays.

We know it's not just about finding a job. It's about finding a place where you are respected, valued, and where your work is purposeful and fulfilling. A place where your talent is recognized, professional development is encouraged and career advancement is possible.

What we Offer

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Extended Illness Bank (EIB)
• Matching 401(k)
• Opportunities for Career Advancement
• Rewards & Recognition Programs
• Exclusive Discounts and Perks

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.