Starting at $20.00 per hour, plus shift differentials for evening, night, and weekend shifts. The Environmental Services Technician assigned to the Behavioral Health Unit is responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary, safe, and therapeutic environment for pediatric behavioral health patients, visitors, and staff. This role requires professionalism, discretion, and an understanding of the unique needs of a behavioral health setting. The EVS Technician will perform routine and specialized cleaning duties while adhering to all hospital safety, infection prevention, behavioral health security, and patient privacy requirements. General Responsibilities: • Clean and disinfect patient rooms, group therapy rooms, nursing stations, activity areas, bathrooms, offices, and other areas within the Behavioral Health Unit. • Maintain carpeted and hard floor surfaces using appropriate equipment and procedures, including stripping, waxing, and floor refinishing as needed. • Cleans, buffs and washes hard surfaces (furniture, walls, chairs, tables) • Perform routine and terminal cleaning of patient care areas according to established schedules, checklists, and department procedures. • Empty, handle, and transport trash, linen, recyclable materials, and regulated waste to designated disposal areas. • Observe and report maintenance, safety, security, or environmental concerns to the appropriate department. • Follow all behavioral health unit safety procedures, including maintaining awareness of patient-sensitive items and potential environmental risks. • Interact respectfully and professionally with pediatric patients, families, visitors, and hospital staff. • Assist Facilities Management with maintenance and upkeep tasks, including snow removal, grounds cleanup, and minor handyman duties as assigned. • Work independently with normal supervision while maintaining productivity and quality standards. • Comply with all hospital policies, infection prevention protocols, safety regulations, and risk management requirements. • Attend required training programs and assist in the orientation and training of new employees as needed. • Perform all duties in accordance with OSHA standards and applicable local, state, and federal regulations. • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Job Qualifications: Experience/Knowledge: • High School diploma, GED or equivalent experience. • 2 years of housekeeping and floor tech experience preferred. • Experience in all phases of floor and carpet care required. • Knowledge of cleaning agents, equipment and methods of soil removal. Skills/Aptitude: • Ability to present self in a highly professional manner to others and understands that honesty and ethics are essential. • Ability to maintain a positive attitude. • Ability to communicate with co-workers and other departments with professionalism and respect. • Ability to maintain a professional relationship with all coworkers, vendor representatives, supervisors, managers, customers and client representatives. • Ability to provide clear directions and respond accordingly to employees. • Ability to use relevant electronic devices. • Knowledge of and proficiency in all OSHA and local requirements related to all assigned work. Why Straith? • Supportive work culture focused on teamwork and clinical excellence. • Competitive salary and shift differentials. • Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans. • Non-Profit Hospital allows eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Two (2) positions available: Monday - Wednesday (Day Shift) and Thursday - Saturday (Day Shift) Rotating Weekends