Environmental Technician

Hamilton Memorial Hospital District; McLeansboro (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton Memorial Hospital District has an immediate need for a full-time Environmental Technician. The role supports Environmental Services across Hamilton Memorial Hospital District, including clinics and the Senior Enrichment Center.

Pay is $15.30–$20.23 per hour, with extensive physical duties and exposure to cleaning chemicals and biohazards. No education is required, though hospital or hotel housekeeping is preferred.

Qualifications

• No formal education required.
• Experience in hospital or hotel housekeeping preferred; ability to learn essential functions in 2–3 months.
• Ability to read, write and speak effectively; count and follow simple instructions; ability to lift light to moderate objects.

Responsibilities

• Cleans floors, walls, windows and other surfaces in the Hospital District.
• Takes out trash and biohazard trash and operates the compactor.
• Operates environmental services equipment safely and efficiently; cleans equipment after shifts.
• Completes department records as required by management.
• Attends in-services and other meetings as required by management.
• Assists in passing meal trays as needed.
• Stocks areas with clean linens and handles dirty linen.

Skills

Housekeeping

Reading/Writing

Communication

Physical strength

Attention to detail

Tools

Laundry equipment

Carpet vacuum

Floor scrubber

Job description

Full Time, 80 Hours Per Pay Period

Department: Environmental Services

Position Posted On: 08/24/2026

Requirements

Education:

No education necessary.

Training and Experience:

Previous experience in hospital or hotel housekeeping preferred. Must have the ability to become competent in essential functions within 2 to 3 months.

Job Knowledge:

Must have the ability to read, write and speak effectively. Must be able to count and follow simple instructions. Sufficient strength to push carts and lift bulky items.

Equipment Used:

Commercial washer, dryer, laundry cars, hot stamper, mop, broom, dust pan, chemical/detergent dispensers, commercial carpet vacuum and sweeper, carpet extractors, floor scrubbers/buffers.

Working Conditions

Physical and Mental Efforts:

Extensive and constant physical effort, including continuous standing, stooping, pushing, and walking. Lifting of light to moderate objects frequently during working hours. Most objects are less than 40 pounds. Ability to perform simple manipulative skills such as folding linens/clothing, opening trash bags and lining trash containers, filling chemical cleaning containers. Ability to maintain an attention span in task/function for 20-30 minutes at a time.

Environmental and Working Conditions:

Works in all areas of Hamilton Memorial Hospital District including the Clinics and the Senior Enrichment Center. Outdoor work may be required. Subject to hazards associated with such facilities. Including hazardous wastes and encountering infectious diseases. Works in an environment that includes housekeeping and laundry cleaning chemicals, soiled linen and clothing, and lint. Exposed to blood and other potentially infectious body fluids in the work areas including the laundry and other patient care areas. These items will require special precautions while handling.

Description

Hamilton Memorial Hospital District has an immediate need for a full-time Environmental Technician. At HMHD our mission is to enhance the delivery of healthcare to our community and the surrounding area by providing accessible quality healthcare services.

Pay Scale:

$15.30-$20.23 per hour

Essential Functions

Environmental Technicians must have the ability to provide a clean environment and linens for the staff and patients of Hamilton Memorial Hospital District. Environmental Services is performed within the Support Services Department and shall operate as a team. When one area needs assistance, those working in other areas shall be responsible for ensuring the whole job is completed. Support Services are an important part of ensuring patients receive complete quality care.

Position Responsibilities

• Cleans all floors, walls, windows, and other surfaces in the Hospital District.
• Take out trash and biohazard trash and operate the compactor.
• Operates all environmental services equipment in a safe, orderly, and efficient
• Cleans environmental services equipment at the end of every shift.
• Completes department records as required by management.
• Attends in-services and other meetings as required by management.
• Assist in passing meal trays as needed.
• Stocks areas with clean linens and takes all dirty linen to bins.
• Perform one-on-one psychiatric sitter’s duties when needed.
• Recognize your role as part of the QAPI efforts at HMHD.
• Carry out QAPI roles and responsibilities as assigned.
• Follow established policies and procedures in support of QAPI efforts.
• Support the Just Culture concept and its use to improve patient safety.

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Hamilton Memorial Hospital c/o Human Resources PO Box 429 McLeansboro, IL 62859