Environmental Services Associate I - Ft. Wayne - Full Time Days

About the Role

We are seeking compassionate, purpose-driven, and team-oriented individuals committed to excellence to join our Environmental Services team. This role supports a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for patients and staff at Ft Wayne Hospital.

Schedule

Full-time position: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM (will eventually include rotating weekends and holidays).

Responsibilities

• Provide cleaning and sanitizing services for patient rooms, offices, clinics, clinical and procedural areas, and public spaces.
• Support patient safety through consistent, high-quality cleaning and disinfection of high-acuity clinical and procedural areas.
• Apply disinfection protocols and use approved cleaning tools in accordance with infection control standards and hospital policy.
• Conduct hazardous and biohazardous waste removal in compliance with safety regulations and infection prevention protocols.
• Proactively communicate and collaborate with clinical teams to ensure cleaning processes support patient safety and care flow.
• Operate light floor equipment for cleaning floors in patient care areas.
• Perform technical cleaning in specialized areas such as IR/Cardiac Cath/Mother-Baby/NICU/OR/ED.
• Climb ladders and perform physical tasks including reaching, standing for long periods, squatting, bending, and carrying/lifting supplies and equipment weighing 35 lbs. or more (up to 80% of the time).

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience preferred (not required).
• No previous experience required.
• Must be able to wear protective equipment/clothing such as gowns, gloves, goggles, and rubber-soled closed-toe footwear as required by regulations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage (available within the first 30 days for positions scheduled 24+ hours per week).
• Shift differentials for evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Supportive, collaborative team environment.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement.
• Paid time off and additional benefits.