Environmental Services Tech I

Sentara is hiring an Environmental Services Tech I for a full-time night shift position at CarePlex Hospital in Hampton, VA. Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness in patient areas, ensuring proper waste disposal, and adhering to safety standards. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with preferred experience in housekeeping or environmental services in a hospital setting. The role offers opportunities for professional development and teamwork.
Sentara CarePlex Hospital, located in Hampton, VA, is currently seeking an Environmental Services Tech I. This is a full time, night (3rd) shift position with rotating weekends.

Hours
• Monday - Friday: 11pm - 7:30am
• Rotating Weekends

Overview

The Environmental Services Technician I is responsible for maintaining a clean, orderly, and sanitary environment in assigned areas. This role requires safe work practices, including the proper use of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and applications such as damp dusting, mopping, scouring, scrubbing, stripping, and polishing. The Technician also ensures compliance with regulatory standards for waste collection, handling, and transport. As an Environmental Services Technician, you will play a key role in creating a safe and welcoming environment for patients, their families, and staff. Your primary duties include cleaning patient rooms, hallways, and common areas, responding to spills, and ensuring proper waste disposal. This position offers opportunities to cross-train in other areas, along with pathways for professional development and career growth. Success in this role requires exceptional teamwork and collaboration, with a shared commitment to delivering the best possible experience and care for our patients.

Education
• High School Grad or Equivalent
• 1 year of previous housekeeping/ESD experience can be considered in lieu of High School education

Experience
• Previous housekeeping/ESD experience in a hospital setting is strongly preferred