Environmental Services Technician (EVS Tech) - UH Lakewood - PRN

University Health • Lakewood, CO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Help Keep Our Hospital Clean & Safe: Join Our Team as an Environmental Services Worker! Are you someone who takes pride in keeping things clean and organized? We’re looking for a Environmental Services Worker to help maintain a neat, safe, and sanitary environment for our hospital. You’ll be the behind-the-scenes hero, making sure that patients, staff, and visitors enjoy a comfortable, clean space every day. What You’ll Be Doing: Cleaning & Service: Follow established procedures to clean and service different hospital areas, from patient rooms to common spaces, ensuring they are in top condition. Furniture & Equipment Moves: Move furniture, equipment, and supplies around departments as needed, helping to set up spaces for various hospital functions. Safety & Sanitation: Perform a variety of tasks to maintain the hospital’s cleanliness, always following infection control standards and safety procedures to prevent hazards and keep everyone safe. Operating Equipment: Use electric and battery-powered floor care equipment to keep floors spotless – safely and efficiently. Chemical Safety: Read and understand cleaning chemical labels to know their contents and first aid instructions, ensuring safe usage for yourself and others.

Requirements

• Communication Skills: You should be able to speak and read English and communicate effectively with staff, patients, and visitors. Both verbal and written communication skills are key.
• Physical Strength: Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly, and occasionally handle heavier items when necessary.
• Equipment Knowledge: Know how to operate cleaning and floor care equipment safely and effectively.
• Training Readiness: Be ready to complete a competency assessment after undergoing training and mentoring within 30-60 days of hire.
• Attention to Detail: Be able to follow both written and verbal instructions and pay attention to all the small details that make a big difference in cleanliness and safety.

Nice To Haves

• Education: A high school diploma or GED is preferred.
• Healthcare Experience: Experience working in a healthcare environment is a plus!
• Experience in Environmental Services: 6 months of experience in environmental service duties within an institution would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning & Service: Follow established procedures to clean and service different hospital areas, from patient rooms to common spaces, ensuring they are in top condition.
• Furniture & Equipment Moves: Move furniture, equipment, and supplies around departments as needed, helping to set up spaces for various hospital functions.
• Safety & Sanitation: Perform a variety of tasks to maintain the hospital’s cleanliness, always following infection control standards and safety procedures to prevent hazards and keep everyone safe.
• Operating Equipment: Use electric and battery-powered floor care equipment to keep floors spotless – safely and efficiently.
• Chemical Safety: Read and understand cleaning chemical labels to know their contents and first aid instructions, ensuring safe usage for yourself and others.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees