Environmental Services Technician — Harrisburg, SD at

About the Organization

Join a not-for-profit organization with over 100 years of history providing housing and services to seniors. Our mission is rooted in a commitment to quality care and service within a Christian environment.

About the Role

As an Environmental Services Technician at the GSS SD Canistota Center, you play a vital role in maintaining a safe, sanitary, and sterile environment for our residents, visitors, and staff. You will be the guardian of health standards across patient rooms, hallways, lobbies, restrooms, and other facility areas.

Your day involves applying housekeeping processes and techniques specific to a healthcare setting. You will manage waste disposal, floor care (sweeping, scrubbing, waxing, and polishing), and the maintenance of cleaning equipment. Beyond physical cleaning, you will ensure storage areas and carts are well-stocked and tidy, and you may assist in laundry operations. You will utilize pagers and other technology to respond to needs as they arise.

This role requires physical stamina, as you will be on your feet for the majority of your shift. You will be responsible for lifting and moving items up to 40-50 lbs, as well as operating powered scrubbing and waxing machines. Work hours may vary to meet resident needs, potentially including overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Hiring Process & Application

Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer (M/F/Disability/Vet). If you require an accommodation for the application process, please contact 1-877-673-0854 or email talent@sanfordhealth.org.

Please note that an accepted offer is contingent upon passing a drug screen and pre-employment background screening, in accordance with our Drug Free Workplace Policy.

Work location

Work model: On-site

286, Milwaukee Avenue, Harrisburg, LaValley Township, Lincoln County, South Dakota, 57032, United States

Harrisburg, South Dakota

Key Responsibilities

check_circleEmpty waste baskets and clean restrooms, hallways, and lobbies
check_circleAssist in laundry areas as needed
check_circleKeep storage areas, equipment, and carts well-stocked and tidy
check_circleMaintain safe and sanitary environments in patient rooms and assigned areas
check_circleApply infection control and safety guidelines in healthcare settings
check_circleSweep, scrub, wax, and polish floors using brooms, mops, and machines
check_circleLift and move items up to 50 pounds and operate cleaning equipment

Requirements

verifiedHigh school diploma or equivalent preferred
verifiedMinimum of six months housekeeping or commercial cleaning experience preferred
verifiedAbility to use computer
verifiedStrong customer service, communication and interpersonal skills required
verifiedDrug screen and pre-employment background screening required

Nice to Have

High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum of six months housekeeping or commercial cleaning experience. Ability to use computer. Knowledge of materials, equipment, cleaning methods, and cleaning chemicals. Previous custodial experience in a healthcare environment.

Benefits & Perks

check_circleHealth, dental, and vision insurancecheck_circleLife insurancecheck_circle401(k) retirement plancheck_circleWork/life balance benefitsGenerous time off package

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Housekeeping, Commercial Cleaning, Computer, Cleaning Methods, Cleaning Chemicals, Custodial Experience, Healthcare Environment, Infection Control, Safety Guidelines, Procedural Guidelines.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

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A Environmental Services Technician - Full Time Days at Good Samaritan is responsible for the following: Empty waste baskets and clean restrooms, hallways, and lobbies; Assist in laundry areas as needed; Keep storage areas, equipment, and carts well-stocked and tidy; and Maintain safe and sanitary environments in patient rooms and assigned areas.

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To qualify for the Environmental Services Technician - Full Time Days at Good Samaritan position, applicants should have: High school diploma or equivalent preferred; Minimum of six months housekeeping or commercial cleaning experience preferred; Ability to use computer; Strong customer service, communication and interpersonal skills required; and Drug screen and pre-employment background screening required.

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Environmental Services Technician - Full Time Days at Good Samaritan is based in 286, Milwaukee Avenue, Harrisburg, LaValley Township, Lincoln County, South Dakota, 57032, United States. This is a on-site role.

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Good Samaritan has listed this Environmental Services Technician - Full Time Days role as on-site.

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Environmental Services Technician - Full Time Days at Good Samaritan typically requires 0.5+ years of relevant experience at the entry level level.

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Key skills for Environmental Services Technician - Full Time Days at Good Samaritan include Housekeeping; Commercial Cleaning; Computer; Cleaning Methods; Cleaning Chemicals; Custodial Experience; Healthcare Environment; and Infection Control.

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Educational requirements for this role: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

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Environmental Services Technician - Full Time Days at Good Samaritan is part of the domestic help & cleaning job category on Recrutus.

Environmental Services Technician - Full Time Days