Environmental Svcs Tech I

American Addiction Centers

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental Services Tech I is responsible for cleaning and disinfecting assigned areas within Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital and potentially off-site facilities. This role involves maintaining a clean, safe, and attractive environment for patients, visitors, and associates by following established procedures for cleaning, disinfection, and waste management. The position also emphasizes customer satisfaction and professional growth.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent work experience
• Basic computer skills preferred
• Able to operate small electrical equipment e.g., 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)
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance.
• For lifts over 35 pounds, lifting equipment is expected to be used or lift with at least one other associate when available.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect assigned areas, including walls, doors, ceilings, patient televisions, windows, furniture, tile, fixtures, appliances, floors, and equipment using appropriate cleaning solutions and following specific schedules.
• Operate various equipment following department procedures.
• Use chemicals and solutions following department policy.
• Keep work areas in an orderly, clean, and safe condition.
• Utilize AIDET with both internal and external customers.
• Demonstrate ability to identify and resolve interpersonal conflicts constructively.
• Display a positive, supportive attitude to patient families and other personnel.
• Maintain courteous and pleasant attitude to patients, families, and other contacts.
• Maintain confidential patient and departmental information.
• Utilize appropriate chain of command in resolving complaints, grievances, or problems.
• Thoroughly wash and sanitize beds when patients are discharged; make beds with clean linen.
• Thoroughly clean and sanitize entire room and washroom when patients are discharged.
• Use appropriate germicide in disinfecting rooms.
• Select cleaning materials and supplies appropriate to the job and transport them to the work area.
• Replenish supplies such as paper towels, toilet tissues, and soap.
• Pick up additional supplies from the environmental services storeroom when needed.
• Routinely collect waste and sanitize all garbage cans.
• Observe and follow Standard (Universal) Precautions, Infection Control Policies, and departmental policies and procedures.
• Clean or sanitize after emergency spills as requested.
• Place full, tied bags of soiled linen in linen chutes.
• Ensure a safe, clean, attractive environment for patients, visitors, and associates at all times.
• Wash hands thoroughly throughout the day and follow the Hospital handwash policy.
• Prepare detergents, germicidal solutions, and other cleaning/disinfecting solutions according to established formulas.
• Sweep, dust mop, and wet mop floor areas and spot clean carpets using appropriate solutions.
• Shampoo furniture, carpets, and rugs using appropriate equipment and supplies and adhering to applicable schedules.
• Handle chemicals and solutions following departmental policies.
• Ensure that all chemicals and solutions are in properly labeled containers.
• Adhere to safety regulations as outlined in departmental policy and procedure.
• Move equipment and furniture for cleaning, rearrangement, and/or relocation.
• Arrange furniture and equipment in an orderly fashion, and in accordance with applicable floor plans, after cleaning assigned area(s).
• Arrange furniture for meetings, workshops, and community affairs according to specifications.
• Clean equipment and notify supervisor of equipment needing repair.
• Appropriately report safety hazards.
• Return unused supplies to the closet where obtained, clean carts and equipment, and ensure all items are replaced in an orderly manner.
• Collect and/or distribute soiled and/or clean linens, as required.
• Collect trash and/or waste from all areas of the hospital, as required.
• Collect hazardous and medical waste according to procedures established by the Infection Control Committee.
• Sanitize all garbage/waste disposal containers.
• Separate regular and recycle trash according to procedure.
• Attend all mandatory departmental and hospital meetings and inservices.
• Complete annual CBT's required.
• Follow written department goals and objectives, and review annually with managers.
• Seek education and learning experiences in areas of identified growth needs and review progress during annual evaluation.
• Maintain proper attendance requirement 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.
• Request PTO time in accordance with departmental policy.
• Provide adequate notice to department management for absence, and call two hours before the beginning of shift if unable to report.

Benefits

• Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards
• Benefits and well-being programs
• Competitive compensation
• Generous retirement offerings
• Programs that invest in your career development
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED