Environmental Services Worker I - FT Days

Mat-Su Regional Medical Center; Palmer (AK); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

PTO

Extended Illness Bank

401(k) matching

Career advancement

Rewards program

Discounts

Job summary

Mat-Su Regional Medical Center in Palmer, AK is seeking a full-time Environmental Services Worker I to support the Housekeeping department. You will perform cleaning, floor care, and waste management across assigned areas, upholding hygiene and infection control standards to create a safe, welcoming environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

This role emphasizes reliability, adherence to safety policies, and collaboration with hospital teams.

Qualifications

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

• Clean and sanitize rooms, hallways, restrooms, and other areas per infection control standards
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and dust floors and furniture
• Maintain floors and upholstery including basic refinishing as needed
• Washes walls, windows, and surfaces to maintain cleanliness
• Restock supplies and monitor inventory levels
• Handle trash and biohazardous materials safely per HIPAA protocols
• Operate and maintain cleaning equipment and report malfunctions
• Assist with minor repairs and report larger facility issues
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Maintain regular attendance and comply with policies

Skills

Cleaning techniques

Infection control

Safety standards

Equipment operation

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Physical stamina

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Seeking a full-time Environmental Services Worker I to support our Housekeeping department at Mat-Su Regional Medical Center, located at 2500 S Woodworth Loop, Palmer AK.

Day shift: Work OB on Fridays and Saturdays and ICU on Sundays and Mondays, 32 hours weekly.

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.