Hospital EVS Technician — Clean, Safe Patient Areas

Mercy-Harvard-Hospital; Harvard (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life & Disability Insurance

FSA/HSA Options

Paid time off

Parental and caregiver leave

Tuition reimbursement

Certification reimbursement

Well-being programs

Employee discounts

On-Demand Pay

Job summary

Mercyhealth in Illinois is seeking an Environmental Services Technician to perform thorough cleaning of patient rooms, bathrooms, and related areas in a hospital setting. You will support infection prevention standards, manage EVS equipment, and ensure safe chemical handling and waste disposal according to department policies.

The role requires complying with isolation protocols, operating cleaning machinery, and coordinating with supervisors to maintain clean, safe patient environments across

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous hospital cleaning experience is helpful.
• Familiarity with infection prevention standards.

Responsibilities

• Thorough cleaning of assigned areas including rooms, furniture and fixtures.
• Perform dusting, mopping, carpet care, and restroom sanitation.
• Adhere to isolation procedures and infection prevention standards.
• Maintain EVS closet and equipment in orderly condition.
• Mix and store chemicals safely and follow proper dilution ratios.
• Use Xenex UV Light robot for applicable rooms.
• Move furniture and supplies following safety lifting procedures.
• Respond to supervisor and log tasks in EPIC when beds are assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Xenex UV Light

Floor cleaning equipment

Vacuum cleaners

Floor machines

Job description

Mercyhealth in Illinois is seeking an Environmental Services Technician to perform thorough cleaning of patient rooms, bathrooms, and related areas in a hospital setting. You will support infection prevention standards, manage EVS equipment, and ensure safe chemical handling and waste disposal according to department policies.

The role requires complying with isolation protocols, operating cleaning machinery, and coordinating with supervisors to maintain clean, safe patient environments across