Environmental Aide Hospital Housekeeping

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Day Shift 7am-3:30pm

​ An Opportunity to Join our Remarkable Care Team!

Summary:

The Environmental Aide is a housekeeping position for Trinity Health Ann Arbor. A main function is to maintain the environment for the Health System by performing environmental duties in accordance with Regulatory Agency Standards, Infection Control, and Hospital and Department Policies.

Why this position — What can it do for you!

Located in the Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti, Michigan with easy access to US-23, M-14, and I-94.

Full benefits package

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings Plan with employer contribution option

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health in 22 different states!

Free close proximity parking!

For more information regarding career opportunities with Saint Joseph Mercy Health System please visit https://www.trinity-health.org/join-our-team/

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:

Performs a variety of general cleaning tasks to maintain areas such as patient towers, public areas, exam rooms, offices, etc., the Environmental Aides essential duties include:

Cleaning all surfaces

Disinfecting all surfaces

Dusting all surfaces

Replenishing all supplies

Spot cleaning carpet and upholstery

Cleaning up spills

Changing linen and making beds

Operating vacuum cleaning equipment

Dust mopping and damp mopping floors, stairs, and landings

Disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste k. Reporting needed equipment repair and all unsafe situations

Requirements:

Walk and stand for approximately 90% of work time.

Frequently squat, kneel, and lift; Occasionally bend and twist.

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance.

Lift, turn, push, pull, and position equipment; Ability to utilize safe body mechanics.

Identifies safety risks, provides feedback and helps address safety issues.

Actively follows safety policies, procedures and practices.

Assists in establishing and maintaining an environment that is clean and conducive to patients, visitors, and co-workers well-being and safety.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Education: High School diploma or GED preferred. Able to read and write English. Possesses basic math skills.

Experience: Three months customer service or cleaning experience preferred.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran