Environmental Services Technician I

Sutter Health • Novato, CA

14d • $32 - $45

About The Position

Maintains a clean, attractive, and safe environment in assigned areas by performing cleaning, transport, equipment-handling, room-setup, trash-removal, and linen-handling duties. Performs general cleaning tasks in patient rooms, offices, hallways, and other assigned facility areas. Distributes supplies to departments and maintains stock levels. Builds confidence and cooperation with peers and supervisors through effective communication and competent job performance. Follows local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure sanitization and safety while delivering optimal performance.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent education/experience; equivalent experience may be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.
• Knowledge of maintaining a sterile environment, including proper cleaning procedures and equipment.
• Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule-based data and instructions.
• Written and verbal communication skills to communicate with team members, supervisors, patients, and other hospital personnel.
• Time-management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments, follow standardized policies and procedures, achieve objectives, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to operate basic environmental services equipment, including mechanical floor cleaners, buffers, vacuums, washers, and dryers.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including handling multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
• Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and other staff members.

Responsibilities

• Clean patient rooms, offices, hallways, and other assigned facility areas.
• Perform transport, equipment-handling, room-setup, trash-removal, and linen-handling duties.
• Distribute supplies to departments and maintain stock levels.
• Follow applicable regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to support sanitization and safety.
• Communicate effectively and collaborate with peers, supervisors, patients, and other hospital personnel.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED