EVS Tech I

BHS • Lexington, KY

1d

About The Position

The Environmental Services Technician I helps maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming hospital environment for patients, visitors, and staff. The role performs daily cleaning and disinfection, supports infection prevention, and ensures timely room turnover to promote patient flow. The technician contributes to quality care, patient safety, and a positive patient experience while providing courteous service throughout the facility.

The position is full-time on the second shift within the Environmental Services department. Duties include cleaning hospital areas such as patient rooms, offices, waiting areas, and meeting rooms, as well as performing specialty cleaning and other assigned Environmental Services duties.

Requirements

• No prior experience is required.

Nice To Haves

• Related experience is preferred.
• 1–2 years of customer service experience.
• 1–2 years of hospitality experience.
• 1–2 years of Environmental Services experience.

Responsibilities

• Clean, disinfect, and maintain patient rooms, common areas, and assigned equipment according to healthcare and infection prevention standards.
• Perform occupied, discharge, and transfer room cleaning to support patient safety and timely room turnover.
• Follow infection prevention, safety, and personal protective equipment (PPE) protocols while properly handling waste and hazardous materials.
• Maintain cleaning equipment, carts, and supplies according to department standards.
• Identify and promptly report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Assist with training and mentoring new EVS team members as assigned.
• Complete required documentation accurately and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Attend department meetings, huddles, and team activities to support patient experience and operational excellence.
• Perform specialty cleaning and other Environmental Services duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Pet insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Identity theft protection
• Tuition reimbursement up to $6,000 annually
• Company-paid maternity and paternity leave
• Five days of paid time off available upon hire
• Bereavement leave, including for pets
• PTO sell-back program
• Compassionate leave sharing program (PTO donation)
• Employee Support Fund for employees needing emergency financial support
• Retirement plan with company match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed