Environmental Services Worker II (Full-time, Evenings)

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

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking an Environmental Services Worker II to clean and sanitize hospital facilities for a safe, welcoming environment. Responsibilities include floor care, waste handling, linen management, spill cleanup, and adherence to infection control standards.

Ideal candidates have 1-3 years in environmental services or related roles, knowledge of cleaning agents and equipment, and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in environmental services, housekeeping, custodial work, or hospital facility maintenance.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and floor care techniques.
• Ability to handle biohazardous/infectious waste safely.
• Familiarity with cleaning equipment maintenance and usage.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow cleaning schedules.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Performs floor care: sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, waxing, shampooing.
• Collects, disposes of waste including biohazardous materials per policy.
• Handles soiled linens and replaces with clean bags.
• Cleans and sanitizes patient rooms, restrooms, halls, offices, and common areas.
• Responds to spills and conducts disinfection per standards.
• Moves furniture and equipment for cleaning or relocation.
• Monitors supply usage and stores supplies safely.
• Reports maintenance and repair needs to supervisor promptly.
• Maintains cleaning logs and documents completed tasks.
• Performs other duties and maintains reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and safety standards.

Job description

Job Summary

The Environmental Services Worker II is responsible for cleaning, sanitizing, and maintaining hospital facilities to ensure a safe, hygienic, and welcoming environment for patients, staff, and visitors. This role performs floor care, waste removal, linen handling, spill cleanup, and general cleaning tasks in accordance with hospital policies and infection control standards. The Environmental Services Worker II follows established procedures to support patient safety, regulatory compliance, and hospital cleanliness standards.

Essential Functions

• Performs floor care tasks, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, waxing, and shampooing various flooring surfaces to maintain cleanliness and safety.
• Collects, removes, and properly disposes of waste, including biohazardous, infectious, and noninfectious materials, following hospital policies and regulatory guidelines.
• Handles and processes soiled linens, replacing them with clean bags and ensuring proper containment and storage.
• Cleans and sanitizes patient rooms, restrooms, hallways, offices, and common areas, ensuring compliance with infection control standards.
• Responds to spills and contamination cleanups, ensuring proper disinfection and safety precautions.
• Moves furniture, floor mats, and other equipment as needed for cleaning, facility maintenance, or department relocations.
• Monitors cleaning supply usage, practicing appropriate expense control and ensuring all supplies are stored and used safely.
• Communicates maintenance and repair needs to the supervisor or facilities department to ensure timely resolution.
• Maintains accurate cleaning logs and reports completed tasks, ensuring proper documentation of environmental services activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in environmental services, housekeeping, custodial work, or hospital facility maintenance required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of standard cleaning procedures, chemicals, and floor care techniques.
• Ability to safely handle biohazardous and infectious waste in compliance with infection control standards.
• Familiarity with equipment cleaning, maintenance, and proper usage.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow cleaning schedules effectively.
• Knowledge of hospital policies, regulatory standards, and safety procedures for environmental services.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced healthcare setting.
• Good communication skills to interact with staff, patients, and visitors in a professional manner.

Licenses and Certifications

• Certification in Environmental Services or Healthcare Cleaning (such as CHEST or CHESP certification) preferred