Environmental Services Tech II - Advocate Christ Hospital & Medical Center -

American Addiction Centers

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental Services Tech II is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of the hospital environment. This includes performing various cleaning tasks, operating specialized equipment, handling waste disposal, and ensuring customer satisfaction. The role also involves supporting various hospital services, cross-training in different cleaning areas, and demonstrating a commitment to professional growth and attendance. This is a full-time position with a standard schedule and benefits eligibility.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent work experience
1-2 years experience with prior housekeeping experience preferred
Basic computer skills preferred
Able to operate small electrical equipment i.e., vacuum cleaners
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to communicate effectively in English as related to the performance of the essential job activities outlined (including reading and comprehending chemical labels and other safety materials)
Walking, standing, bending, climbing and lifting throughout the work day.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance.

Nice To Haves

Prior housekeeping experience
Basic computer skills

Responsibilities

Scrub, strip, polish, and refinish floors using appropriate equipment and supplies.
Operate various types of cleaning equipment, including mechanical and electrical devices such as ringers, vacuums, electric floor machines, and sweepers.
Clean or sanitize after emergency spills as requested.
Analyze floor or carpet conditions and determine proper cleaning techniques, following department processes.
Maintain hard surface floors and carpets following department processes.
Ensure timely and satisfactory completion of all job assignments.
Exercise initiative by seeking additional tasks from group leader or other associates when time permits.
Use and maintain equipment, keeping it clean and in good repair.
Keep work area in an orderly, clean, and safe condition.
Dispose of waste in a timely manner to assure hospital cleanliness.
Collect hazardous and medical waste according to hospital processes/DOT/RSPA training provided hazardous and pharmaceutical.
Replace and transport sharps containers to the waste staging area.
Collect soiled linen.
Remove and dispose of rubbish from selected areas, following safety guidelines.
Separate regular and recycle trash according to procedure.
Operate waste compactors safely and efficiently.
Clean and/or sanitize all garbage/waste disposal containers.
Demonstrate a commitment to satisfying customer needs and exceeding customer expectations.
Utilize AIDET with both internal and external customers, meeting system goals.
Demonstrate ability to identify and resolve interpersonal conflicts constructively when dealing with fellow associates.
Demonstrate a positive, supportive attitude to patient families and other personnel in emergency and non-emergency situations.
Arrange furniture for meetings, workshops, and community affairs according to specifications.
Relocate furniture and equipment as requested.
Complete terminal cleans as needed.
Complete discharge room cleans following hospital processes.
Complete OR cleaning following hospital processes.
Attend all mandatory departmental and hospital meetings and in-services.
Complete annual CBTs required.
Follow written department goals and objectives, and review annually with Manager.
Seek education and learning experiences in areas of identified growth needs and review progress during annual evaluation.
Maintain proper attendance requirements outlined in the Hospital Policy and Procedure Manual.
Plan for special days off in advance and submit written requests for time off to department management for approval per departmental guidelines.
Request PTO time in accordance with departmental policy.
Provide adequate notice to department management for absences, and in accordance with departmental policy, call two hours prior to the beginning of the shift.