Environmental Services Assistant II - Full Time - 11:00pm - 7:30am Shift - Rotating Holidays - Middletown Campus

Location: Middletown Campus
Department: Environmental Services
Employment Type: Full-Time

Christiana Care is seeking a dedicated Environmental Services Technician II (EVS) to help maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary environment for patients, visitors, and staff. This role is essential in supporting patient care by ensuring all assigned areas meet hospital cleanliness, infection prevention, and safety standards.

• Clean and sanitize patient rooms, offices, clinical areas, and ancillary hospital spaces.
• Maintain carts, equipment, and EVS closets in a clean, organized, and safe condition.
• Remove empty boxes and debris from carts, closets, hallways, and work areas.
• Replenish paper products and soap supplies throughout the facility.
• Clean and disinfect isolation and precaution rooms according to infection control policies and procedures.
• Collect and transport trash and soiled linen to designated central collection locations.
• Respond promptly to Environmental Services calls and text communications when assigned.
• Log into required mobile applications and ensure work-issued phones are operational at the start of each shift.
• Attend department training sessions and required in-service programs.
• Report maintenance concerns, damaged equipment, safety issues, or hazards to leadership.
• Remove needle containers, glove boxes, and soiled equipment from patient rooms to designated utility areas.
• Transport infectious waste containers to appropriate storage locations.
• Follow all departmental safety procedures and infection prevention protocols.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Prior environmental services, housekeeping, healthcare, or custodial experience preferred but not required.

• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.
• Understanding of departmental policies, procedures, and safety practices.
• Strong commitment to customer service and teamwork.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality, particularly regarding patient information.
• Ability to maintain a high standard of personal hygiene and appearance.
• Ability to work independently and follow instructions.
• Ability to remain on your feet and perform assigned duties throughout the entire shift.

• Handle biohazardous materials in accordance with established safety guidelines.
• Provide one-on-one training as assigned.
• Participate in Bed Board coverage and weekend rotations as assigned.
• Assist with password resets and maintenance of work-issued mobile devices as assigned.
• Clean walls, windows, and other surfaces as needed.
• Demonstrate knowledge and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Frequent standing and walking throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment as required.
• Ability to perform repetitive cleaning and sanitation tasks.

• Hospital environment with potential exposure to infectious diseases and hazardous materials.
• Required to follow all infection prevention and PPE protocols.

At Christiana Care, every team member plays an important role in delivering exceptional care and creating a safe, welcoming environment for our patients and community. Join a team committed to service excellence, safety, and compassion.

*Apply today to become part of Christiana Care's Environmental Services team.