Environmental Tech II

Job Summary

The Environmental Technician II provides detailed housekeeping services within assigned areas, including patient discharge rooms and ancillary spaces. This role serves as a preceptor and resource to Environmental Technician I staff, supporting training, orientation, and quality standards. The position requires strong attention to detail, the ability to work in fast-paced and high-acuity areas, and adherence to safety and regulatory guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide detailed housekeeping services in assigned rooms and project areas according to established policies and procedures

• Clean discharge rooms and ancillary spaces following proper guidelines and documentation requirements

• Serve as a preceptor for routine training and orientation of staff members

• Act as a resource person to Environmental Services staff and assist with complex cleaning challenges

• Complete special cleaning projects in a timely manner

• Work effectively in fast-paced and high-acuity areas such as emergency, operating, labor and delivery, and procedure areas

• Clean, maintain, restock, and properly store Environmental Services equipment

• Deliver high-quality customer service and respond professionally to inquiries and requests

• Communicate with leadership and clinical staff regarding room status and cleaning needs

• Utilize tracking systems as required to monitor room readiness and bed status

• Report safety hazards or defects to leadership promptly

• Follow safety and regulatory guidelines for chemical use, equipment handling, and proper waste disposal

Qualifications

Education:
High school diploma or GED preferred but not required

Experience:
Minimum one year of healthcare housekeeping experience or similar industrial housekeeping experience required

Licensure/Certification:
None required; National Executive Housekeeper Certification desirable

Other Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to communicate effectively and read written materials

• Strong attention to detail

• Ability to teach cleaning processes and techniques to others

• Knowledge and ability to perform all cleaning tasks required of an Environmental Technician I

Lexington, Virginia, United States

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