Job Description
Environmental Services Worker
Watauga Medical Center • Environmental Services
Boone, NC
Non-Clinical Service
Full-time, Evenings & Weekends, 3:00PM-11:30PM
Req # 12939
Environmental Service Worker
Location:
Boone, North Carolina | Full-Time | Shifts Vary
Why You'll Love Working Here
As an Environmental Service Worker at UNC Health Appalachian, you'll help maintain a clean, safe, and healing environment for our patients, visitors, and staff. Your work ensures the highest standards of infection control and safety while supporting the overall patient experience. Join a mission-driven team that values teamwork, integrity, and service in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Compensation:
Starting pay begins at $15.00 per hour, with competitive rates based on experience and education.
Schedule:
Variable shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Benefits:
Comprehensive medical/dental/vision coverage, retirement with employer match, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, wellness incentives, and employee discounts.
What You'll Do as an Environmental Service Worker
Perform general cleaning assignments including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and sanitizing.
Strip and refinish floors, perform carpet cleaning and extraction, and safely handle waste removal.
Maintain compliance with infection control and hospital sanitation procedures.
Securely dispose of confidential documents in accordance with facility policies.
Restock cleaning supplies and promptly report any maintenance or safety concerns.
Follow all safety protocols and properly use personal protective equipment (PPE).
Collaborate with hospital staff to ensure a clean and welcoming environment for all.
Assist with emergency cleaning or special projects as needed.
Qualifications
Education:
High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
Experience:
Prior experience in environmental services or healthcare preferred.
Licenses/Certifications:
None required.
Skills & Abilities:
Strong attention to detail and adherence to established cleaning protocols.
Ability to communicate effectively with staff, patients, and visitors.
Knowledge of infection control and sanitation standards.
Dependable, organized, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
Ability to read, write, and follow written and verbal instructions.
Physical & Work Environment
Frequent standing, walking, bending, squatting, and lifting throughout the shift.
Lift, push, pull, or carry up to and over 50 lbs.
Exposure to cleaning chemicals, mechanical equipment, and hospital environment risks.
Regular exposure to bloodborne pathogens and infectious materials.
May work irregular hours including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
What Sets Us Apart
Career Growth:
Opportunities for advancement, on-the-job training, and participation in our Career Pathways Program.
Impactful Work:
Your work helps ensure safety, cleanliness, and peace of mind for every patient, visitor, and caregiver.
Community & Lifestyle:
Boone offers stunning mountain views, outdoor adventure, and a strong sense of community — ranked among America's best small towns by Forbes and Southern Living.
Inclusive Culture:
We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring all employees feel respected and supported.
Ready to make a meaningful impact through service and teamwork?
Apply today to join UNC Health Appalachian and help create a safe, clean, and healing environment for the patients and community we proudly serve.
About UNC Health Appalachian It's official - UNC Health Appalachian earned an "A" in the fall 2023 Leapfrog Patient Safety Grades! UNC Health Appalachian, the leader for healthcare in the High Country, comprises three hospitals, 13 medical practices, Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center, The Rehabilitation Center, and Appalachian Regional Healthcare Foundation. UNC Health Appalachian stays committed to promoting health in the High Country, enhancing quality of life, and simply "making life better."
