Environmental Technician-27145

Location: Chicago, Illinois – Rush University Medical Center, Environmental Services Department

About the role

Under general supervision of an Environmental Services supervisor, cleans, maintains, and services assigned areas throughout Rush University Medical Center. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision, and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Schedule

• Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0)
• Shift 1: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM, 8-hour shifts

Pay

Pay Range: $19.60 per hour. Rush salaries are determined by factors including education, job-related experience, skills, internal equity, and industry-specific market data. Offers may vary depending on individual circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Perform 10-Step Cleaning and isolation cleaning of patient rooms
• Cycle clean Operating Room and Labor & Delivery suites
• Terminal clean areas as needed
• Use the Bed Tracking System
• Vacuum carpeted areas
• Dry and wet mop hard floors
• Clean and polish metal surfaces
• Perform "Discharge Cleaning" as assigned
• Spot clean windows
• Clean water fountains and public telephones
• Clean all restrooms
• Empty waste receptacles and remove waste
• Maintain all supplies in assigned supply storage area and keep neat, clean, and organized
• Clean all upholstered furniture
• Clean emergency spills and floods
• Maintain and operate floor burnishers
• Wash walls and ceilings as assigned
• Perform special projects such as hanging drapes and cubicle curtains
• Clean and maintain equipment; request repairs as needed
• Report any deficiencies observed in equipment, furniture, or fixtures (e.g., needed painting, burnt-out exit lights, stained ceiling lights, broken fixtures)
• Sign in and out pagers, keys, and equipment
• Clean rolling stock and hospital equipment
• Ensure cleanliness and neat appearance of assigned area; follow schedule and instructions to pass inspection
• Return all soiled dry/wet mops to designated areas
• Perform related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Must demonstrate, after training, skill in controlling cleaning equipment
• Must demonstrate knowledge of proper use of chemicals and equipment to achieve desired cleaning results
• Must demonstrate good interpersonal skills
• Must maintain a neat personal appearance
• Ability to stand, walk, and stoop frequently while performing duties
• Must be able to push, pull, and control cleaning equipment and materials up to 150 pounds
• Must be able to move large trash objects and containers

Qualifications

• High school graduate or G.E.D. preferred
• Ability to understand written English and oral instructions
• Prior cleaning experience helpful but not essential

Benefits

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits. Learn more at the Rush benefits page.