Custodial Services)

Augusta Health Careers•Fishersville, VA

73d•Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental Services Technician (EVS Tech) plays a critical role in supporting Augusta Health’s mission and advancing departmental goals through measurable performance indicators and service excellence. This position contributes to a collaborative, patient-centered environment and helps drive outcomes aligned with organizational priorities. This position performs a variety of cleaning, servicing and replenishing duties in assigned hospital areas to assure that patient, medical, visitor and administrative areas are maintained in accordance with established standards of sanitation and cleanliness. Position works every other weekend, and days off as scheduled. Works holidays as scheduled. We are currently seeking candidates for a 3rd shift position, scheduled from 11:00 PM to 07:30 AM.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
6 months experience in the cleaning field
Driver’s License
To drive an Augusta Health Vehicle, must also be 21 years old and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must be approved by Risk Management.
Eligibility to work in the United States and meet Virginia state employment requirements
Knowledge of leadership principles
Understanding of cleaning procedures and expectations
Knowledge and adherence to safety standards and practices
Scheduling and time management skills
Inspection and evaluation skills
Keen attention to detail
Ability to lead and motivate
Ability to multi-task

Nice To Haves

Healthcare Environmental Experience Services preferred but will train.
Sufficient previous experience in housekeeping function or supervisory experience or preferred
Courses in hospital housekeeping or Institutional environmental management.
Prior experience in a hospital, healthcare system, or related service-oriented environment
Familiarity with Augusta Health’s systems, workflows, or organizational culture is a plus

Responsibilities

Writes schedules and approves PTO and vacations for shift; schedules always properly covered.
Advise superior (shift supervisor or Operations Coordinator) of supportive staff performance or other specific personnel actions as needed, review records, supervisory meeting.
May oversee all aspects of the entire shift, smooth running of daily activities.
Train and instruct new employees: monitor work performance and provide guidance and instruction as required, review visual record.
Responsible to keep their particular shift employee records current.
Completes the 90-day and annual evaluations, evaluations are completed properly and on time.
Recommends and is involved in all absence and work performance counseling; counseling is performed fairly in a timely fashion.
Assigns lead employees and staff to various housekeeping duties.
Conducts comprehensive inspections to check the completion of work assignments.
Ensures that assignments are appropriately staffed and that employees have adequate supplies and equipment for subsequent performance of duties.
Monitor in-patient out-patient discharges, assign and participate in room preparation and notify appropriate personnel when rooms are ready for occupancy.
Conduct inspections and maintain records relating to the cleaning of the hospital.
Inspect and report any mechanical, structural, or electrical conditions in need of repair or replacement; maintain and review the records on the conditions.
Discuss general housekeeping procedures with personnel of assigned areas; recommend and implement changes in procedures; review of procedures and supervisory meetings.

Benefits

Comprehensive insurance package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
Retirement savings plans and financial wellness support programs
Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling to promote work-life balance
Career development programs including clinical ladders, shared governance, and advancement opportunities
Personalized onboarding with dedicated preceptors and ongoing educational support
Tuition reimbursement
Access to onsite childcare
Free onsite parking
24/7-armed security for your safety
Health Fitness Reimbursement Program
Onsite credit union and pharmacy
Competitive pay with shift/weekend differentials
Employee discounts at the cafeteria, gift shop, pharmacy, and local entertainment venues (i.e., movie tickets)