University of Oklahoma Edmond EVS Tech/Floor Tech (4p to 12a)

About the role

The Environmental Services (EVS) Tech I performs routine cleaning, waste handling, basic floor care, linen distribution, and/or movement of furniture or equipment to support a clean, safe, and efficient healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Cleans patient rooms, restrooms, clinical areas, offices, and public areas according to departmental and infection control standards.
• Dusts, sweeps, mops, vacuums, disinfects, and cleans surfaces, furniture, fixtures, mirrors, vents, blinds, and equipment.
• Handles trash, regulated waste, and soiled linen following safety protocols.
• Performs high‑touch cleaning and supports isolation room procedures.
• Responds promptly to spills, biohazard incidents, and special cleaning requests.
• Properly uses PPE, chemicals, and cleaning tools.
• Maintains cleaning carts, closets, and equipment in clean, operable condition.
• Reports equipment issues, unsafe conditions, or supply needs.
• Follows OSHA, hospital safety policies, and infection control procedures.
• Responds courteously to patients, staff, and visitors.
• Demonstrates professionalism and a helpful, service‑oriented attitude.
• Operates basic floor equipment (e.g., auto scrubber, vacuum, carpet spotter).
• Assists with simple furniture relocation needed for floor care tasks.

Requirements

Inability to perform these responsibilities, with or without an accommodation, may result in disqualification from the position.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience: None required.
• Licenses/Certifications/Registrations: None required.

Skills and Abilities

• Follows healthcare cleaning, infection‑control, and sanitation procedures to ensure a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
• Fulfills OSHA, hospital safety policies, and proper procedures for PPE, chemical use, and handling of regulated waste.
• Performs routine and detailed cleaning tasks, including disinfecting, high‑touch cleaning, dusting, sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming.
• Responds promptly to spills, biohazard incidents, and special cleaning requests.
• Safely handles trash, biohazardous waste, and soiled linen using established safety protocols.
• Operates and uses standard cleaning tools and basic floor‑care equipment (auto scrubber, vacuum, carpet spotter).
• Maintains organized and clean supply carts, closets, and equipment areas.
• Identifies and reports equipment issues, unsafe conditions, or supply needs.
• Manages linen management processes, including stocking, rotating, inspecting, labeling, and distributing linen.
• Prioritizes tasks, works independently, and manages assigned areas efficiently.
• Performs physical tasks such as lifting, pushing carts, moving simple furniture, and prolonged standing or walking.
• Communicates, is courteous, and maintains a service‑oriented attitude with patients, staff, and visitors.
• Adapts to changing needs such as adjusted linen par levels, cart configurations, or special cleaning demands.

Benefits

OU Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more.