Patient Environment Specialist — Cleaning & Floor Care

St. Joseph Hospital; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph Hospital in Lewiston, ME is seeking an Environmental Services Technician to maintain a clean, safe, and functional environment for patients, visitors, and staff.

The EVS Tech works across laundry, housekeeping, and floor care areas to support patient care and unit operations. The role emphasizes attention to detail, reliability, and ability to follow written and verbal instructions in English, with duties including routine cleaning, linen processing, and responding to call lights as

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Responsible, supportive team player.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions in English.
• Ability to work alone.
• English language proficiency (spoken, reading, writing).

Responsibilities

• Routinely cleans, dusts, polishes, vacuums, sweeps, and mops patient rooms and designated areas.
• Empties and cleans wastebaskets; relines and handles linen processing.
• Cleans and disinfects patient equipment and furniture (e.g., wheelchairs).
• Maintains floor care (strips, refinish, buff floors) using appropriate equipment.
• Restocks cleaning supplies and linen stock.
• Responds to patient call lights promptly and courteously; assists with patient transport as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Team player

English proficiency

Self-motivation

English comprehension

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

St. Joseph Hospital in Lewiston, ME is seeking an Environmental Services Technician to maintain a clean, safe, and functional environment for patients, visitors, and staff.

The EVS Tech works across laundry, housekeeping, and floor care areas to support patient care and unit operations. The role emphasizes attention to detail, reliability, and ability to follow written and verbal instructions in English, with duties including routine cleaning, linen processing, and responding to call lights as