HOUSEKEEPER-UHR ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES

Union-Health; Terre Haute (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time and Full-time schedules

Paid Time Off starting day one

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250

Success Sharing

403b Retirement Employer Match

Job summary

Union Health seeks an Environmental Services team member to maintain patient rooms, hallways, and public areas in a Terre Haute hospital setting. You’ll follow established cleaning protocols, disinfect surfaces, and support infection control initiatives.

The role is full-time with a day shift from 7:00am to 3:30pm. Experience in healthcare cleaning is preferred, and Union Health offers competitive pay and benefits including tuition reimbursement and retirement matching.

Qualifications

• Functional grasp of standard written and verbal English and basic math; ability to follow instructions.
• Flexible schedule; valid driver's license preferred.
• Previous cleaning experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clean patient rooms, public areas, and workspaces following hospital standards.
• Operate hospital-grade cleaning equipment and chemicals safely.
• Maintain infection control practices and safety protocols.
• Contribute to a clean, safe, welcoming hospital environment.

Skills

English proficiency

Attention to detail

Following instructions

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Union Hospital · UNION HEALTH REGIONAL HOSPITAL

TERRE HAUTE , IN

Facility and Nutrition Services

FULLTIME , DAY , 7.00am to 3.30pm

You belong at Union!

Why Union?

Union Health is an award-winning integrated health system and the Wabash Valley's largest employer. Union Health is an independent and not-for-profit health system. Union Health consists of Union Hospital, Union Hospital Clinton, and Union Medical Group. Union Health offers a full spectrum of healthcare career opportunities across the continuum of care. The organizations that make up Union Health have a long tradition of serving the health care needs of West Central Indiana and East Central Illinois residents, stretching back more than 125 years. The Environmental Service is role supports a clean, safe, and welcoming hospital environment for patients, visitors, and staff. You would ensure patient rooms, public areas, and workspaces are properly cleaned and disinfected by following hospital standards, using approved equipment and chemicals, and supporting infection control practices. This role reports to the Housekeeping Manager. Essential & valuable skills gained (in this unit or in this department):

• Attention to detail in healthcare cleaning and infection prevention
• Proper use of hospital-grade cleaning equipment and chemicals
• Time management and reliability in a fast-paced hospital setting
• Understanding of safety protocols and patient privacy standards
• Teamwork and communication within Environmental Services and clinical areas

(Unit / Dept.) Successes and Designation

• Supports hospital-wide cleanliness and patient safety standards
• Plays a key role in infection prevention and regulatory readiness
• Recognized as an essential service team that directly impacts patient experience and quality of care

(Unit / Dept.) Training & Onboarding Culture

• Structured onboarding with hands-on training and clear cleaning protocols
• Supportive team environment with guidance from experienced Environmental Services staff
• Ongoing education focused on safety, infection control, and quality standards
• Follows hospital and department rules. Uses manuals for guidance.
• Perform various cleaning tasks like dusting, mopping, and vacuuming for patient and visitor safety.
• Know how to use cleaning equipment and chemicals.
• Being reliable by coming to work on time and completing assigned shifts.
• Keeps equipment clean, stays updated on infection control, and does extra tasks as needed.

Qualifications:

• Functional grasp of standard written and verbal English and basic math. Ability to follow instructions.
• Flexible in schedule to meet the demands of the department. Valid driver's license preferred.
• Previous cleaning experience strongly preferred.

In addition to competitive pay, Union co-workers enjoy :

• Part-time and Full-time schedules
• Paid Time Off starting day one.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 each year.
• Success Sharing
• 403bRetirement Employer Match.
• Much More!

Be part of an organization that is dedicated to your work-life balance, career, growth, and development. Union Health,U MatterandU Belong.

Please note that the salary information provided on the career site for this position opening may not necessarily reflect the accurate compensation associated with the role.
We encourage candidates to inquire further and engage in direct communication with Union Health for comprehensive salary details.

As an EOE/AA employer, Union Hospital, Inc. will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disability status.