UMH Sparrow Eaton-ENVIRON SVCS TECH I

Peoplefluent; Charlotte, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Michigan Health in Charlotte, MI seeks a dedicated Environmental Services Worker to clean patient rooms, staff areas and public spaces, following infection control standards.

Responsibilities include selecting supplies, cleaning and disinfecting areas, restocking linen, reporting repairs, and ensuring equipment is maintained. This is a full-time role with shift variability, requiring high school diploma and physical stamina.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of general cleaning methods, materials and equipment.
• Knowledge of hospital infection control and safety practices.
• Ability to read labels and instructions on cleaning solutions and equipment.
• Ability to communicate pleasantly with staff, patients and families.
• Physical ability to stand/walk/bend/reach for long periods while performing housekeeping tasks.
• Keyboard use may be required to perform duties.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect patient rooms, staff areas and common areas.
• Transport materials and supplies to the work area.
• Restock linens and supplies in designated areas.
• Notify supervisor of needed repairs and keep equipment clean and orderly.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in in-service programs.

Skills

Cleaning methods

Infection control

Safety practices

Communication

Physical stamina

Keyboard use

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Positions Location: Charlotte, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job:

Performs a variety of tasks involved in the cleaning of patient rooms, staff work areas, and common areas.

Essential Duties

• Selects cleaning materials and supplies from designated area and transports to work area.
• Cleans and disinfects assigned patient rooms, staff work areas, and common areas. Duties include, but are not limited to, dusting furniture, sweeping/mopping floors, vacuuming rugs, removing trash and soiled linens, changing linens, cleaning fixtures, and washing windows.
• Washes and polishes sinks, showers, mirrors, and similar fixtures/equipment. Replenishes supplies of soap, paper towels, toilet paper, and other dispensable items.
• Stocks and delivers linens to designated areas.
• Notifies supervisor of needed repairs.
• Keeps equipment, supplies and cart in a clean and orderly condition.
• Shampoos carpets as directed.
• Strips, waxes and polishes floors as directed.
• Identifies cause and determines method of removing stains from floors, carpets and furniture using a variety of cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Assumes responsibility for delivering, ordering, and stocking linen to all departments.
• Attends staff meetings and in-service programs.
• Uses PPE as required.
• Supports and serves a role model for our mission, vision, values, and customer service initiatives Adheres to the organization’s policies & procedures, and compliance guidelines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• General Requirements
• None Work Experience
• No prior work related experience Education
• High school diploma or GED Specialized Knowledge and Skills
• Knowledge and understanding of general cleaning methods, materials and equipment
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and hospital policies applicable to the environmental services function including infection control and safety practices
• Ability to read and understand labels and instructions on cleaning solutions and equipment
• Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate in a pleasant manner with staff, patients and their families, and visitors while performing housekeeping tasks
• Physical ability to continuously stand/walk/bend/reach/stoop/kneel/ crouch/lift, remove trash and soiled linens, and properly utilize required equipment
• Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job

University of Michigan Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Job Family

Service/Support/Skilled Maintenance

Requirements:

Shift Variable

Degree Type / Education Level High School / GED

Status Full-time

Facility Sparrow Eaton Hospital

Experience Level New Grad