Environmental Services Specialist-Casual

Grand Itasca Clinic & Hospital•Grand Rapids, MN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental Services Specialist maintains a high level of cleanliness throughout Grand Itasca Clinic & Hospital and is a vital member of the healthcare team. The role includes communicating compassionately with patients, coworkers, and other customers, and helping protect patients, staff, and the community by cleaning and disinfecting hospital areas, maintaining floors, and handling waste. The position is casual and onsite at Grand Itasca Clinic & Hospital in Grand Rapids, with day, evening, and night shifts available. Casual positions are not benefit eligible.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Maintain a positive attitude and respond to requests in a timely and respectful manner.
Be able to perform the physical qualifications of the job, including moving furniture and equipment.
Demonstrated ability to adhere to and follow Grand Itasca Clinic & Hospital's Mission, Values, Vision, and policies.
Maintain reliable and consistent attendance.

Nice To Haves

Experience using buffers, floor strippers, carpet and upholstery extractors, carpet shampooers, and steam cleaners; on-the-job training is provided for candidates without this experience.

Responsibilities

Clean and disinfect all areas of the hospital using a variety of compounds and solutions.
Clean and maintain floors throughout the hospital, including stripping, sealing, finishing, and waxing floors.
Operate vacuum cleaners, scrubbers, sweepers, and other systems.
Dispose of infectious, medical, hazardous, and other waste.
Keep work areas tidy and stocked with supplies.
Partner with medical staff to support a positive experience for patients and providers.
Adhere to all policies and procedures.
Participate in departmental trainings, activities, and meetings.