Hospital Environmental Services Tech I

Advocate Health; Libertyville (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking an Environmental Services Associate to clean and disinfect patient rooms, offices and common areas in a hospital setting. The role requires careful attention to infection control, safety procedures, and maintaining a courteous environment for patients, families and staff.

Responsibilities include sanitizing rooms after discharge, restocking supplies, handling waste properly, and operating standard cleaning equipment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent work experience.
• Basic computer skills preferred.
• Able to operate small electrical equipment (e.g., vacuum cleaners).
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect assigned areas using department procedures.
• Washes and sanitizes beds and rooms after patient discharge.
• Keeps work areas clean, organized and safe.
• Replenishes supplies and handles waste per policy.
• Observes infection control and safety procedures.
• Operates cleaning equipment according to procedures.
• Transport cleans and supplies to work areas as needed.
• Reports safety hazards and equipment repairs to supervisor.

Skills

Customer service

English communication

Equipment operation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking an Environmental Services Associate to clean and disinfect patient rooms, offices and common areas in a hospital setting. The role requires careful attention to infection control, safety procedures, and maintaining a courteous environment for patients, families and staff.

Responsibilities include sanitizing rooms after discharge, restocking supplies, handling waste properly, and operating standard cleaning equipment.