Environmental Services Worker II

• Performs floor care tasks, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, waxing, and shampooing various flooring surfaces to maintain cleanliness and safety.

• Collects, removes, and properly disposes of waste, including biohazardous, infectious, and noninfectious materials, following hospital policies and regulatory guidelines.

• Handles and processes soiled linens, replacing them with clean bags and ensuring proper containment and storage.

• Cleans and sanitizes patient rooms, restrooms, hallways, offices, and common areas, ensuring compliance with infection control standards.

• Responds to spills and contamination cleanups, ensuring proper disinfection and safety precautions.

• Moves furniture, floor mats, and other equipment as needed for cleaning, facility maintenance, or department relocations.

• Monitors cleaning supply usage, practicing appropriate expense control and ensuring all supplies are stored and used safely.

• Communicates maintenance and repair needs to the supervisor or facilities department to ensure timely resolution.

• Maintains accurate cleaning logs and reports completed tasks, ensuring proper documentation of environmental services activities.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.

• Complies with all policies and standards.

• 1-3 years of experience in environmental services, housekeeping, custodial work, or hospital facility maintenance required

• Knowledge of standard cleaning procedures, chemicals, and floor care techniques.

• Ability to safely handle biohazardous and infectious waste in compliance with infection control standards.

• Familiarity with equipment cleaning, maintenance, and proper usage.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow cleaning schedules effectively.

• Knowledge of hospital policies, regulatory standards, and safety procedures for environmental services.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

• Good communication skills to interact with staff, patients, and visitors in a professional manner.

• Certification in Environmental Services or Healthcare Cleaning (such as CHEST or CHESP certification) preferred