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Purpose:The Environmental Services (EVS) Aide performs a variety of cleaning tasks to maintain the hospital in a sanitary, orderly, and attractive condition. This role supports a safe and welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff by ensuring cleanliness and infection control standards are met.Major Tasks, Duties, and Responsibilities:Cleaning & MaintenanceDust, scrub, wet and dry mop, wax, and buff floors using appropriate equipment and supplies.Operate Environmental Services equipment including automatic floor scrubbers, buffers, high-speed burnishers, carpet extractors, and vacuum cleaners.Clean and wash walls, windows, furniture, fixtures, bathrooms, and restrooms following aseptic techniques.Empty and clean wastebaskets and linen carts; replace liners as needed.Replenish supplies in assigned areas.Equipment Care & SafetyMaintain cleaning equipment in proper working order.Report mechanical failures or needed repairs in buildings or equipment.Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work area.Operational FlexibilityMay be scheduled to work alternate shifts, weekends, and holidays based on staffing needs.Perform other duties as assigned within scope of training and policy.Education:High School diploma or equivalent required.Experience:One month of custodial, housekeeping, or environmental services experience preferred.Contacts:Regular contact with patients, visitors, and staff across hospital departments.Physical Demands:Stands, walks, and bends most of the day.Lifts and carries equipment and supplies of various weights in accordance with OSHA safety guidelines.Working Conditions:Works primarily in well-lit, ventilated, and temperature-controlled areas.Potential exposure to medical/infectious waste, cleaning chemicals, harsh detergent solutions, dust, dirt, and unpleasant odors.Follows universal precautions and hospital infection control practices.Must be available to work various shifts, weekends, and holidays; occasional overtime may be required.