Environmental Services Worker II

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•Mountain Brook, AL

About The Position

The Environmental Services Worker II cleans, sanitizes, and maintains hospital facilities to provide a safe, hygienic, and welcoming environment for patients, staff, and visitors. The role includes floor care, waste removal, linen handling, spill cleanup, and general cleaning in accordance with hospital policies and infection control standards. The worker follows established procedures that support patient safety, regulatory compliance, and hospital cleanliness standards.

Requirements

1–3 years of experience in environmental services, housekeeping, custodial work, or hospital facility maintenance.
Knowledge of standard cleaning procedures, chemicals, and floor care techniques.
Ability to safely handle biohazardous and infectious waste in compliance with infection control standards.
Familiarity with equipment cleaning, maintenance, and proper usage.
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow cleaning schedules effectively.
Knowledge of hospital policies, regulatory standards, and safety procedures for environmental services.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced healthcare setting.
Good communication skills for professional interactions with staff, patients, and visitors.

Nice To Haves

Certification in Environmental Services or Healthcare Cleaning, such as CHEST or CHESP.

Responsibilities

Performs floor care, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, waxing, and shampooing flooring surfaces.
Collects, removes, and disposes of biohazardous, infectious, and noninfectious waste according to hospital policies and regulatory guidelines.
Handles and processes soiled linens, replaces soiled-linen bags, and ensures proper containment and storage.
Cleans and sanitizes patient rooms, restrooms, hallways, offices, and common areas in compliance with infection control standards.
Responds to spills and contamination cleanups using appropriate disinfection and safety precautions.
Moves furniture, floor mats, and other equipment as needed for cleaning, facility maintenance, or department relocations.
Monitors cleaning supply usage, controls expenses, and ensures supplies are stored and used safely.
Communicates maintenance and repair needs to the supervisor or facilities department.
Maintains accurate cleaning logs and documents completed environmental services tasks.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.