Trash and Linen Tech

Medical Center Enterprise; Enterprise (AL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical Center Enterprise is seeking an Environmental Service Worker I to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment. You will perform cleaning, floor care and waste management in assigned areas, upholding hygiene and safety standards to support patient, staff and visitor well-being.

Responsibilities include sanitizing spaces, operating cleaning equipment, and reporting facility issues. The role requires adherence to HIPAA-related safety practices and reliable attendance as part of the

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of cleaning or environmental service experience preferred.
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques, equipment and products.
• Understanding of infection control and safety standards.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment effectively and safely.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and sanitizes assigned areas in accordance with infection control standards.
• Sweeps, mops, vacuums and dusts floors, furniture and equipment.
• Maintains floors and surfaces through stripping and refinishing as needed.
• Washes walls, ceilings and windows to keep areas hygienic.
• Restocks supplies and reports shortages to ensure availability.
• Handles trash and biohazardous materials safely per safety protocols.

Skills

Cleaning experience

Infection control

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Physical stamina

Job description

Job Summary

The Environmental Service Worker I ensures a clean, safe, and welcoming environment by performing cleaning, floor care, and waste management tasks in assigned areas. This role upholds high standards of hygiene and safety, contributing to the comfort and well-being of patients, staff, and visitors while adhering to infection control and regulatory protocols.

Job Summary

The Environmental Service Worker I ensures a clean, safe, and welcoming environment by performing cleaning, floor care, and waste management tasks in assigned areas. This role upholds high standards of hygiene and safety, contributing to the comfort and well-being of patients, staff, and visitors while adhering to infection control and regulatory protocols.

Essential Functions

• Cleans and sanitizes assigned areas, including rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, elevators, stairways, locker rooms, and other workspaces, ensuring adherence to infection control standards.
• Sweeps, mops, vacuums, and dusts floors, furniture, and equipment, utilizing appropriate cleaning tools and techniques.
• Performs maintenance of hard and carpeted surfaces, including stripping, refinishing, and treating floors and upholstery as per department procedures.
• Washes walls, ceilings, windows, woodwork, door panels, and other surfaces to maintain cleanliness and hygiene.
• Restocks supplies in designated areas, monitoring inventory levels and reporting shortages to ensure continuous availability.
• Handles trash and biohazardous materials safely, including collection, transportation, and disposal in compliance with safety and HIPAA protocols.
• Operates and maintains cleaning equipment effectively, ensuring proper functionality and reporting any malfunctions or repair needs.
• Assists with minor repairs or maintenance tasks and promptly reports larger facility issues to the appropriate personnel.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of cleaning or environmental service experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of cleaning techniques, equipment, and products.
• Understanding of infection control and safety standards.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment effectively and safely.
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with staff, patients, and visitors.
• Physical ability to perform repetitive tasks and lift or move objects as needed.

State Specific Requirements

• Indiana: IN Lutheran Hospital requires successful completion of assigned SAMA course within 30 days of hire.
• Mississippi: Successful completion of assigned SAMA course within 30 days of hire required.
• North Carolina: Successful completion of assigned SAMA course within 30 days of hire required.