Environmental Svcs Technician

Parkview Health; Columbia City (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkview Health is seeking a dedicated Environmental Services team member in Columbia City, Indiana. This role involves cleaning and maintaining a safe environment for patients, guests, and staff members across various medical facilities.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent and possess at least 1 year of experience. Applicants must be detail-oriented, able to lift heavy items, and communicate effectively according to company standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in hospitality or environmental services preferred.
• Detail-oriented with ability to follow procedures.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and push up to 300 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning tasks in various areas including offices, exam rooms, and public areas.
• Ensure adherence to safety and patient privacy policies.
• Maintain a clean and professional appearance.

Skills

Cleaning skills

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma/GED or 1 year experience

Job description

Summary

As part of the Environmental Services department, this position will be responsible for exceeding service excellence expectations while performing environmental services related tasks to provide a clean and safe environment for patients, family members, guests, healthcare team members, and other associates. Work independently or as part of a team to clean office areas, exam rooms, public areas, restrooms, ancillary areas, patient care rooms, and/or complete special projects as assigned, utilizing specialized equipment and chemicals. Maintain a clean and professional appearance and communicate clearly and professionally. Follow all departmental and hospital-wide policies and procedures, including standard operating procedures, work instructions, safety procedures, patient care procedures, and patient privacy policies. Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards.

Education

High school diploma/GED preferred, or a minimum of 1-year related work experience preferred.

Experience

Minimum of 1 year experience in hospitality services, customer services, or general labor preferred. Previous experience in environmental services (housekeeping) in a medical or hospital setting preferred.

Other Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Ability to effectively communicate with coworkers, staff, patients, and visitors according to company standards.
• Must have general knowledge of cleaning and customer service skills.
• Detail oriented and willing to follow procedures, perform repetitive tasks, and work independently.
• Willingness to work rotating weekends and assigned holiday schedule.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and push up to 300 lbs.
• Ability to perform the physical demands of frequent standing, walking, stooping and bending.
• Extensive walking required for certain EVS assignments.