Janitor / Environmental Services (EVS)
Technician Location:
Hampton VA Medical Center, 100 Emancipation Drive, Hampton, VA 23667
Pay:
$16.15 per hour + $5.09 per hour to utilize for
Health Insurance Schedule:
Monday - Friday 10:30 AM - 7:00 PM (includes scheduled breaks and lunch) MUST have a REAL ID or Valid US Passport MUST be able to pass a background check
Job Summary:
Falcontek is seeking reliable, detail-oriented Janitors / EVS Technicians to provide custodial and environmental services support at the Hampton VA Health Care System under a U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs janitorial services contract. This position performs daily cleaning, disinfection, and sanitation tasks throughout designated administrative offices, sub-acute clinical areas, and the Domiciliary residential area (approximately 212,874 total square feet), helping maintain a clean, safe, and professional environment for Veterans, staff, and visitors. This is a healthcare-setting custodial role requiring strict adherence to infection control, safety, and patient privacy standards.
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Paid holidays
Key Responsibilities:
Floor Care:
Sweep, dust mop, auto-scrub, and wet mop all non-carpeted floors; maintain baseboards, corners, and wall/floor edges free of dirt, scuff marks, and stains; move and replace furniture and trash receptacles as needed to clean underneath.
Cleaning & Disinfection:
Clean offices, clinical areas, and residential areas in accordance with CDC guidance and Hampton VA Environmental Management Service (EMS) protocols; disinfect high-touch surfaces (door handles, push bars, light switches, handrails, etc.) on a continual basis.
Restroom Servicing:
Clean and disinfect sinks, toilets, urinals, partitions, and dispensers daily; de-scale toilets and urinals as needed; sweep and mop restroom floors; stock soap, paper towels, and toilet paper, refilling within 24 hours of notification.
Trash & Waste Removal:
Empty and reline all trash and waste receptacles daily, including regulated medical waste (RMW) handled per EMS guidelines and regulatory requirements, following required safety training.
Glass, Windows & Mirrors:
Clean interior glass, mirrors, partitions, and display cases using microfiber cloths, leaving surfaces free of film, streaks, and smudges; clean interior windows, sills, and blinds weekly.
Carpets & Mats:
Vacuum carpeted areas and floor mats; spot-treat stains using approved methods; report tears, burns, or unraveling to the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).
Dusting & Fixtures:
Perform general dusting of horizontal and vertical surfaces, furniture, and equipment; clean air conditioning vents and fluorescent light fixture diffusers weekly.
Cubicle Curtains:
Inspect patient exam room cubicle curtains for wear, tear, or staining and change/hang curtains per the facility's curtain schedule.
Supply Management:
Stock designated areas with patient textiles and consumable supplies as assigned; participate in supply restocking in a safe and efficient manner.
Safety & Compliance:
Follow all VA safety, infection control, and fire/life safety requirements; immediately report any building damage, safety hazards, or deficiencies to the on-site Work Leader.
Required Qualifications:
- Ability to speak and read English fluently (required for safety, patient privacy, and communication with VA staff).
- Must be in good physical health
- Must successfully complete a national criminal history background check / Federal PIV background investigation and obtain a VA-issued access badge prior to starting work; must maintain eligibility for continued unescorted facility access throughout employment.
- Prior janitorial, custodial, or environmental services experience preferred, ideally in a healthcare or institutional setting.
- Ability to follow written and verbal cleaning protocols, safety data sheets (SDS), and infection control procedures.
- Reliable attendance and punctuality; willingness to work the full Monday-Friday schedule.
- Professional conduct at all times; no use of tobacco, food, or drink outside designated break areas; no smoking anywhere on the VA campus.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
- Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, and perform repetitive motions for extended periods (approximate shift length: 8.5 hours including breaks/lunch).
- Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull equipment and supplies (e.g., mop buckets, vacuum cleaners, trash containers), and move light furniture using proper body mechanics.
- Exposure to cleaning chemicals, disinfectants, and, on occasion, regulated medical waste; personal protective equipment (gloves, face covering, eye protection) provided by the facility as needed.
- Work is performed inside a healthcare facility, including administrative offices, clinical/sub-acute areas, and a residential Domiciliary unit with occupancy of approximately 62 residents; contact with patients, staff, and visitors is routine.