Housekeeper/Environmental Service Technician
POSITION SUMMARY
The Housekeeper/Environmental Services Technician is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, sanitary, and welcoming environment throughout Muleshoe Area Medical Center, affiliated clinics, and other assigned facilities. This position supports infection prevention initiatives, patient satisfaction goals, workplace safety, regulatory compliance, and organizational quality standards through effective cleaning, disinfection, and environmental maintenance practices.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required.
Experience
Previous healthcare housekeeping or environmental services experience preferred but not required.
Experience operating commercial cleaning equipment preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of proper cleaning and disinfecting techniques.
Ability to learn healthcare infection prevention standards and procedures.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, visitors, and staff.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Demonstrates reliability, professionalism, and attention to detail.
EQUIPMENT USED
May include but is not limited to:
Floor scrubbers
Buffers and burnishers
Vacuum cleaners
Wet/dry vacuums
Carpet extractors
Housekeeping carts
Linen carts
Mops, buckets, and hand tools
Chemical dispensing systems
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Frequently stand, walk, bend, reach, stoop, kneel, push, and pull throughout the workday.
Frequently lift, move, and carry up to 50 pounds.
Operate housekeeping equipment and push supply carts.
Work in areas exposed to cleaning chemicals, biological materials, and infectious agents.
Ability to perform repetitive motions and prolonged physical activity.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The employee regularly works in patient care areas, offices, public spaces, clinics, and support departments. Exposure to cleaning chemicals, bloodborne pathogens, infectious materials, and other healthcare-related hazards may occur. Appropriate training and protective equipment will be provided.
ATTENDANCE AND RELIABILITY
Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
Demonstrate flexibility to meet departmental staffing needs.
Comply with all facility policies, procedures, and standards of conduct.
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Management reserves the right to modify duties and responsibilities as organizational needs change.