Healthcare Environmental Services Tech I – Clean & Safe

Sentara Health; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year

Life Insurance

401(k)/403(b) with Employer Match

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000

Annual discretionary bonus eligibility

Job summary

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, VA is seeking a full‑time Environmental Services Tech I (Housekeeper) to maintain clean, safe, and welcoming patient areas. You will perform dusting, mopping, waste handling, and infection prevention tasks while following safety protocols.

Shifts include Day, Evening, and Night, with opportunities for professional growth and comprehensive, employer‑provided benefits in a medical setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
• Healthcare/Hospitality experience preferred.
• 1 year housekeeping/ESD experience in lieu of High School education preferred.
• Customer service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain assigned areas in a clean and sanitary condition.
• Perform tasks such as dusting, mopping, scrubbing, and polishing.
• Follow established protocols for the safe handling of cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Ensure proper collection, handling, and disposal of waste according to regulatory standards.
• Respond promptly to spills and urgent cleaning needs.
• Collaborate with team members to meet daily cleaning and sanitation goals.
• Ensure compliance with sanitation protocols and infection prevention standards.
• Respond promptly to service requests and uphold a high standard of cleanliness.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining a clean, safe environment.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and infection prevention guidelines.
• A team‑oriented approach with a focus on providing excellent service to patients and staff.

Skills

Customer Service

Healthcare/Hospitality Experience

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, VA is seeking a full‑time Environmental Services Tech I (Housekeeper) to maintain clean, safe, and welcoming patient areas. You will perform dusting, mopping, waste handling, and infection prevention tasks while following safety protocols.

Shifts include Day, Evening, and Night, with opportunities for professional growth and comprehensive, employer‑provided benefits in a medical setting.