Hospital Environmental Services Specialist

Unc-Health-Appalachian; Boone (NC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement with employer match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Wellness incentives

Employee discounts

Job summary

UNC Health Appalachian is seeking an Environmental Service Worker at Watauga Medical Center in Boone, NC. You will perform cleaning tasks, maintain infection control standards, and support a safe, healing environment for patients and staff.

Starting pay begins at $16.00 per hour with variable shifts, including weekends and holidays. Benefits include medical/dental/vision coverage, retirement with employer match, PTO, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, wellness incentives, and employee

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and adherence to cleaning protocols.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, patients, and visitors.
• Knowledge of infection control and sanitation standards.
• Dependable, organized, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to read, write, and follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform general cleaning assignments including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and sanitizing.
• Strip and refinish floors, carpet cleaning and extraction, and safely handle waste removal.
• Maintain compliance with infection control and hospital sanitation procedures.
• Securely dispose of confidential documents in accordance with facility policies.
• Restock cleaning supplies and promptly report any maintenance or safety concerns.
• Follow all safety protocols and properly use personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Collaborate with hospital staff to ensure a clean and welcoming environment for all.
• Assist with emergency cleaning or special projects as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Infection control knowledge

Dependable

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

UNC Health Appalachian is seeking an Environmental Service Worker at Watauga Medical Center in Boone, NC. You will perform cleaning tasks, maintain infection control standards, and support a safe, healing environment for patients and staff.

Starting pay begins at $16.00 per hour with variable shifts, including weekends and holidays. Benefits include medical/dental/vision coverage, retirement with employer match, PTO, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, wellness incentives, and employee