Housekeeper - Environmental Services Technician - Full Time - Evenings

Wellstar Health System•Dallas, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental Services Technician provides comprehensive environmental services support in specialized hospital areas, including Operating Rooms, CATH Labs, GI Labs, Labor & Delivery Suites, Pharmacy Compounding Labs, and other critical care environments. The role ensures compliance with infection prevention, safety, and regulatory standards while maintaining clean, safe, and sanitary environments for patients, staff, and visitors. The position is full-time and works evenings.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Must successfully complete the departmental training program within the first 30 days of employment.
Strong customer service, communication, and teamwork skills.
Dependable and safety-focused, with the ability to follow detailed cleaning and infection control procedures in a healthcare environment.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Previous environmental services or related experience.

Responsibilities

Perform routine, terminal, and isolation room cleaning according to established protocols.
Handle, transport, and dispose of biohazard, chemotherapy, pharmaceutical, and solid waste.
Operate ultraviolet (UV) disinfection equipment safely and effectively.
Replace and manage sharps, biohazard, chemotherapy, and pharmacy waste containers.
Follow infection prevention guidelines, proper chemical usage, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, and safe lifting practices.
Use the Epic system to support patient flow and bed management.
Provide excellent customer service and maintain positive interactions with patients, families, visitors, and staff.
Support team projects, departmental initiatives, and performance improvement efforts.