Environmental Services Technician; Housekeeping- Evening Shift

Shift
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Monday – Friday, 3:00pm – 11:30pm, Every other weekend

Work Arrangement
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On-Site

Department
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Housekeeping

Facility
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University Hospital – 1 Hospital Drive, Columbia, MO

Compensation
:

• Base Pay Range: $15.78 - $22.53 per hour, based on experience
• Shift Differentials: Additional $2.00 per hour for Evening shift

Union Bid Period: 9/22/26 - 9/29/26

The Environmental Services Technician performs environmental services cleaning tasks in a healthcare setting with a strong emphasis on infection prevention, safety, and customer service. Completes cleaning routines in patient care areas, restrooms, procedure rooms, public areas, and ancillary spaces. Handles soiled linen and medical waste and maintains confidentiality in sensitive environments. Adheres to all infection control protocols and personal protective equipment (PPE) guidelines.

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• Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one
• Generous paid leave and paid time off, including ten holidays
• Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years
• Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)
• Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more
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• Performs routine cleaning tasks in patient rooms, procedure areas, restrooms, public areas, clinics, and offices according to established protocols.
• Interacts professionally with patients, visitors, staff, and the public, using approved scripting and maintaining a service-oriented approach.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and privacy in compliance with HIPAA guidelines.
• Follows all infection control guidelines, including the use of PPE and isolation room procedures.
• Handles soiled linen, regular waste, and medical waste in accordance with department safety standards.
• Delivers and stocks clean linen, monitors par levels, and enters data using handheld or desktop computers.
• Operates equipment such as vacuums and carts safely and reports any maintenance or safety issues to the supervisor.
• Follows safety protocols when working with wet floors, ladders, and cleaning equipment to prevent accidents.
• Maintains equipment in clean, safe working condition and ensures the work area is compliant with inspection standards.
• May assist Floor Care Technicians or support team development tasks as assigned.
• May complete unit/department-specific duties as outlined in department documents.

• None

• High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and
• Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.

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