Environmental Services Technician Level 1
Pine Rest
Environmental Services Technician Level 1
Pine Rest
Non-profit behavioral health provider delivering psychiatry
Cost Center
951 Environmental ServicesScheduled Weekly Hours
40Work Shift
First Second Shift (United States of America)Shift & Status
What Will You Do?
As an Environmental Services Technician Level 1 at Pine Rest, you’ll be part of tight-knit team that believes in the healing power of your expertise and compassion.
This position is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe environment inside and outside the assigned areas by performing duties according to departmental techniques, procedures, and needs. Environmental technicians need to be willing to learn and perform all work to CMS/the Joint Commission/OSHA/and hospital standards. They are dedicated to excellent customer service, enthusiastic about the care we offer, and foster a sense of belonging and empowerment in a diverse workplace.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Cleans in assigned areas, such as patient rooms, nurses' stations, examination and treatment rooms, public and patient lavatories, lounges and offices, and public areas.
Sweeps, dusts, dust mops and wet mops floors and stairways, spots carpets, and buffs hard floors.
Cleans and sanitizes discharge beds. Makes beds in designated areas. Washes down all patient discharge furniture including night stands, dressers, and over-bed tables. Cleans and sanitizes waste receptacles.
Collects trash and refuse from work areas and completes appropriate disposal.
Cleans, sanitizes, and polishes baths, lavatories, and shower/sink fixtures. Stocks paper and soap products, etc. as necessary.
Dusts, washes, sponge mops, sanitizes and extracts furniture. Cleans and polishes glass surfaces, walls, and window sills, window frames, doors, and registers.
Scrubs bathroom tiles, woodwork, lights, and vents.
Maintains equipment and materials in a clean and orderly manner.
Vacuums and edges carpeted areas as necessary.
Contributes by participating in meetings, identifying problems and seeking solutions. Participates in department efforts to monitor and report.
What Does This Role Require?
Education/Experience:
High School Diploma or GED preferred
Experience working in residential or healthcare environment preferred.
One year of related experience preferred.
Ability to communicate effectively with clients, families, staff, vendors and the general public.
Must meet all health requirements, including TB, and pass background check.
Ability to communicate through the oral and/or written process and ability to follow directions.
Benefits:
Medical, dental, vision & life insurance plans
403(b) retirement match contribution by Pine Rest
Generous PTO for full and part time employees
Tuition assistance & loan forgiveness
Employee Assistance Program offering many free and discounted services for therapy, legal, accounting, gym membership, etc.
Partnership with Davenport University provides generous discount on tuition for employees and family members.
Notice:
Pine Rest provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
All new employees are subject to a criminal background check and education verification which may include sending a copy of your high school diploma, GED, or college transcripts.
Successful completion of a drug screen prior to employment is also part of our background process.
Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services requires all employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccinations subject to certain exclusions. Pine Rest is committed to granting reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws.
Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services is a non-profit behavioral health system in Michigan with a main campus in Grand Rapids and 20+ outpatient locations. It provides inpatient, partial hospitalization, residential care, and outpatient therapy for all ages, including specialized programs for addiction, perinatal mood disorders, dementia, and geriatric behavioral health, using counseling, medication management, ECT, and TMS. The organization runs a psychiatric residency with Michigan State University and plans a Pediatric Center for Behavioral Health opening in 2026. Its goal is to expand access to comprehensive mental health care, train professionals, and grow pediatric behavioral health while serving as a large, faith-guided, free-standing provider.
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