EVS Equipment Specialist

We are seeking a 1st Shift Environmental Services Equipment Specialist at Kaiser Permanente Gaithersburg Medical Center in Gaithersburg, MD.

The EVS Equipment Specialist is responsible for managing, maintaining, and repairing equipment used by the Environmental Services team to ensure a clean, safe, and efficient environment. This role involves equipment inventory management, preventative maintenance, and training staff on proper equipment usage. The EVS Equipment Specialist plays a crucial role in supporting the organization's commitment to cleanliness and safety.

Responsibilities:

Equipment Maintenance and Repair:

• Perform routine inspections, maintenance, and repairs on EVS equipment, such as floor scrubbers, buffers, vacuums, and carpet cleaners.
• Diagnose mechanical or electrical issues and determine appropriate repair solutions.
• Coordinate with external vendors for complex repairs or warranty claims.

Inventory Management:

• Track equipment inventory, ensuring all tools and machinery are accounted for and in proper working condition.
• Order and stock replacement parts, consumables, and new equipment as needed.

Training and Support:

• Train EVS staff on the proper use, care, and maintenance of equipment to maximize efficiency and lifespan.
• Provide troubleshooting assistance to team members experiencing equipment issues during shifts.

Documentation and Compliance:

• • Maintain detailed records of equipment maintenance schedules, repairs, and inventory levels.
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulations, and manufacturer guidelines.
  • Process Improvement:
  • Identify opportunities to enhance equipment efficiency and reduce downtime.
  • Collaborate with EVS leadership to evaluate new equipment and technologies.

Required:

• EVS Healthcare
• Floorcare
• Payroll
• Unions

Qualifications:

Employees in Healthcare are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a term and condition of employment at Xanitos, absent a legally required Medical or Religious exception, and are required to report their vaccination status and upload proof of vaccination via a secure online portal. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Proficiency in using hand tools, diagnostic equipment, and software.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Effective communication skills, including the ability to train others.
• Familiarity with safety standards and regulations related to EVS equipment.
• Strong service/quality attitude.
• Ability to plan, organize prioritize, and achieve effective time management.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet established goals and objectives.
• Strong public speaking skills.
• Sense of urgency and ability to meet deadlines; self-directed.
• High School diploma, GED or equivalent required. Technical certifications in equipment repair or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in equipment maintenance and repair, preferably in an EVS, custodial, or facilities management setting.
• Post-Offer Medical, Background Screening, to include Department of Motor Vehicle check and Drug Test required

Xanitos understands the importance of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, as well as your financial future. With that in mind, we take pride in the variety of benefit plans that are available for our employees. Please note, plans vary by location and are subject to eligibility and work hour requirements in accordance with company policy and state laws. Plans may include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life, Accident, and Disability Insurance
• 401k Retirement Plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Wellness Program
• Commuter Benefits
• Shoes for Crews Reimbursement
• Paid Time off including Vacation, Sick, Holidays, Elective Holidays, Bereavement, Parental Bonding, Volunteer Day and Jury Duty.
• Employee Discounts to Theme Parks, Theaters, Sporting Events, Movies and More

Xanitos, Inc. Is a management company that provides hospital housekeeping, patient transport, central laundries services, and patient observation services. It is differentiated by its patented XRO System for cleaning patient rooms, its outstanding operations management team, and by being a private company whose priority is giving top quality service. The results are evident; at the hospitals it serves, Xanitos has improved the cleaning quality, increased HCAHPS scores, reduced the risk of HAIs, lowered bed turnaround time, and significantly reduced costs.

The expected salary range for this position ranges from $65,000-$66,000 depending on circumstances including an applicant’s skills and qualifications, certain degrees and certifications, prior job experience, training, market data, and other relevant factors. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if applicable to the position).