Environmental Services Aide

Position: ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES AIDE
Location: Fairfield

NATURE OF WORK Fairfield Memorial Hospital is seeking a reliable, detail‑oriented Environmental Services Aide to join our Environmental Services team. EVS Aides play a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment for patients, visitors, and staff. This position supports FMH’s mission by ensuring all assigned areas meet hospital cleanliness standards and infection‑prevention requirements. The Environmental Services Aide cleans patient rooms, nursing stations, lounges, bathrooms, offices, and other assigned areas in accordance with departmental procedures and hospital objectives.

This role uses cleaning tools and equipment such as mops, wringers, dusters, vacuums, and approved chemicals to perform tasks including dusting, waste removal, sanitizing surfaces, polishing fixtures, and maintaining floors. The technician assists with emergency spill cleanup, reports needed repairs, and ensures equipment is clean and functioning properly.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Clean and sanitize assigned areas including patient rooms, bathrooms, offices, and common spaces.

Perform routine cleaning tasks such as dusting, waste removal, damp‑wiping surfaces, and polishing fixtures.

Dry‑mop, wet‑mop, and sanitize floors in accordance with infection‑control standards.

Operate cleaning equipment including vacuums, mops, and other EVS tools safely and effectively.

Assist with emergency spill cleanup as observed or requested.

Maintain and clean assigned equipment and report repair needs promptly.

Report facility repair needs related to furniture, fixtures, or building conditions.

Follow safety and infection‑control procedures at all times.

Demonstrate professionalism in interactions with patients, visitors, and staff.

Support departmental workflow and perform additional duties as assigned.

COMPENSATION: $17.00 per hour + Shift Differential (Weekday Night: $1.00 per hour; Weekend: $2.00 per hour)

SCHEDULE:

As Needed BENEFITS
403(b) Retirement Plan Paid Leave for All Workers Act Leave (1 hour for every 40 hours worked)
WHAT FMH HAS TO OFFER Fairfield Memorial Hospital is a mission focused healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional care to the patients and families we serve, with a strong commitment to improving the health and well‑being of our community through compassionate service, clinical excellence, and a supportive culture that empowers employees to do their best work. We value teamwork, professional growth, and a positive work environment where every team member plays a meaningful role in advancing our mission.

FMH offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well‑being, and long‑term professional development, and we strive to ensure employees feel valued, supported, and equipped to make a meaningful impact for the communities of Southern Illinois. FMH is a drug‑free workplace, and all candidates must complete a pre‑employment drug screening in accordance with Illinois law.

We proudly uphold Equal Opportunity Employment practices and welcome applicants of all backgrounds without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

High School Diploma or GED.EXPERIENCE Preferred:
Prior housekeeping, janitorial, or healthcare environmental services experienceSKILLSAbility to follow written and verbal instructions

Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness

Ability to work independently and manage time effectively

Physical ability to lift, bend, stand, and perform repetitive tasks

Strong customer service skills when interacting with patients and staff

Commitment to safety and infection‑control standards
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