Environmental Services Technician 1 - Housekeeper, Environmental Services

Summary

Job Description:

EVS Tech I, Housekeeper

Full-Time, 1st Shift 

Environmental Services

The Environmental Services Department plays a vital role in ensuring that the hospital remains clean and safe for patients, staff, and visitors. As a member of this team, the main duties will be to clean and sanitize all areas of the hospital including patient rooms, offices, waiting areas, and meeting rooms.

The Environmental Services Technician I is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff. This role performs daily cleaning and disinfection tasks, supports infection prevention efforts, and ensures timely room turnover to promote patient flow. As a key member of the healthcare team, the EVS Technician contributes to quality care, patient safety, and an exceptional patient experience while providing courteous service to all individuals within the facility.

Job Description:

• 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 all infection prevention, safety, and PPE protocols while properly handling waste and hazardous materials. 

• Maintain cleaning equipment, carts, and supplies in accordance with department standards. 

• Identify and report maintenance or safety concerns promptly. 

• 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.

Requirements 

•  No prior experience is required; however, related experience is preferred.

Preferred Experiences:

• 1-2 years of Customer Service, 

• 1-2 years of Hospitality, and/or 1-2 years of Environmental Services experience

Benefits:

• Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance

• Identity Theft Protection

• Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually 

• Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave 

• 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire 

• Bereavement Leave (includes pets) 

• PTO Sell Back Program 

• Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)

• Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support 

• Retirement with Company Match

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.