Environmental Services Technician

Job Details: Job Location: Main Hospital Campus Headquarters - Madison, WV, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Environmental Services TechnicianFull-TimePosition SummaryBoone Memorial Health is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Environmental Services Technician to join our Environmental Services Department. The Environmental Services Technician is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment throughout the hospital and its designated areas. This position performs a variety of housekeeping and cleaning duties to support patient care, promote infection prevention, and ensure a comfortable environment for patients, visitors, and staff.The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail, reliability, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness, safety, and infection control.Essential Duties and Responsibilities Clean and disinfect patient rooms, nursing units, surgical areas, administrative offices, laboratories, waiting areas, public restrooms, and other designated hospital areas. Perform floor care, including sweeping, mopping, polishing, and vacuuming. Clean furniture, equipment, and other surfaces using appropriate cleaning products and disinfectants. Make beds, empty trash receptacles, and replenish housekeeping and patient care supplies as needed. Collect soiled linens from patient care areas and distribute clean linens and hospital gowns to appropriate departments. Perform daily linen inventories in assigned departments. Inspect housekeeping equipment and supplies daily and report needed repairs, replacements, or maintenance concerns to the supervisor or director. Follow established infection prevention, safety, and environmental cleaning procedures. Properly handle, store, and use cleaning chemicals and disinfectants in accordance with hospital policies. Participate in required in-service training and departmental meetings. Perform other related duties as assigned. Required Qualifications and Competencies Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism. Knowledge of proper cleaning techniques and infection prevention practices or willingness to learn. Valid West Virginia Driver's License preferred. Education and Experience Previous hospital or hotel housekeeping experience preferred. Janitorial or commercial cleaning experience is a plus. On-the-job training may be provided. Physical RequirementsThe physical demands of this position include, but are not limited to: Standing and walking for extended periods. Repetitive movements and use of hands to handle equipment, tools, and cleaning supplies. Bending, twisting, kneeling, stooping, crouching, or crawling as needed. Pushing and pulling housekeeping equipment and supplies. Lifting up to 50 pounds using proper lifting techniques. Wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves, safety glasses, face masks, respirators, and other protective equipment as appropriate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.Travel RequirementsUp to 15% of time may be spent traveling within the State of West Virginia and surrounding areas, as required.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesNone.Other DutiesThis job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.Equal Employment OpportunityBoone Memorial Health provides equal employment opportunities to all personnel and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination, harassment, prejudice, or behavior of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability status, family medical history or genetic information, past or present military service, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family or parental status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.Qualifications: