Environmental Services Technician

Environmental Services Technician

ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES

Ames, IA Service 80 hour Full Time Non Exempt, Day Shift, 8:30-5 Req # 9196

Biweekly Hours:

80 Date Posted 03/06/2026 Position Summary Under general supervision: performs general housekeeping functions directed at maintaining the Medical Center and it's facilities in a clean, sanitary, attractive and orderly condition. Exhibits and promotes a cooperative team spirit. Ensures all actions taken in carrying out responsibilities support patient centered care. Position Responsibilities Unit Specific Position Responsibilities Actively participates in medical center and departmental teams promoting continuous quality improvement and patient satisfaction, including but not limited to department huddles, quarterly updates and Kainexus. Exhibits and promotes a cooperative team spirit. Cleans and disinfects patient care areas, public restrooms, administrative areas, kitchen, cafeteria, morgue and meeting rooms. Removes general and potentially infectious medical waste and transports it to a general holding and/or disposal area. Cleans and disinfects all types of body fluids. Cleans windows, furniture, air diffusers and grilles, doors and entrances. Performs cleaning tasks as assigned to meet the needs of the organization. Identifies mechanical or structural deficiencies in assigned areas and reports them for correction utilizing reporting software. Follows Standard Work. Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience Required Qualifications (Including any licensure, certification, education): Entry level position. After a sufficient training period, must be able to comprehend and demonstrate knowledge of institutional housekeeping activities and services; safety and regulatory standards; housekeeping equipment and supplies; supervisory principles and techniques.

Organizational Requirements:

Maintain stroke education per regulatory requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED preferred

Required Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

Ability to read, write and speak English. Ability to use telephone and pager system. Ability to understand oral and written instructions; ability to maintain simple records. Ability to exhibit and promote a cooperative team spirit. Experienced in and able to interact with numerous and diverse customers. Excellent communication, problem solving and customer service skills Ability to adapt quickly to unexpected changes in circumstances. Knowledge of body mechanics and universal/safety precautions Adherence to Departmental and Hospital policies and procedures Position requires wearing and maintaining a uniform

Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

Related work experience in a health care facility is preferred