What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Services Tech - Emergency Hire (Evening) position at Puyallup Tribal Health Authority?
Description
Emergency Hire (Temporary) Environmental Services Technician — Start Your Journey With Us — A Temporary Role Today, A Pathway to Growth Tomorrow!
Location: Tacoma, WA | On-Site
Schedule: Evening Shift| Mon – Fri, 4:45 PM – 1:15 AM
Hiring Range: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour
Position Close Date: Open Until Filled
Looking for a way to get your foot in the door in a community-focused healthcare environment? Puyallup Tribal Health Authority (PTHA) is hiring an emergency hire Environmental Services Technician to keep our facilities clean, safe, and welcoming. While this is a temporary, non-benefits-eligible position, it's an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience, showcase your skills, and potentially grow into future opportunities within the organization.
What You’ll Do:
As an Environmental Services Technician, you'll conduct hands-on work, keeping spaces clean and comfortable.
- Provide daily cleaning services for offices, patient areas, bathrooms, waiting areas, and common spaces
- Maintain high sanitation standards to support infection control across the clinic
- Collect and properly dispose of biohazard containers
- Transport trash and soiled linen; distribute fresh linen as needed
- Sanitize reception desks, public furniture, and restrooms regularly
- Refill hand sanitizer stations and restock supplies
- Clean kitchen/lounge areas, including refrigerators, microwaves, counters, and floors
- Assist with moving furniture and spot-cleaning carpets as needed
What You Bring:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Six (6) months housecleaning or janitorial experience experience
- Ability to work around contagious diseases/viruses following safety guidelines
Why PTHA?
We are more than a clinic — we're a culturally grounded, patient-first health and wellness center serving the Indigenous community. We value teamwork, integrity, and community well-being. Here, your work has meaning.
- Work in a mission-driven, accredited organization
- Serve a close-knit patient population in an urban reservation setting
- Experience a strong support system and inclusive team culture
Perks of the Role:
- Meaningful Mission – Contribute to the overall wellness of a tribally operated health organization dedicated to serving the Indigenous community
- Competitive Compensation – Receive a fair salary that reflects your expertise and the impact of your work
- Supportive Team Culture – Join a collaborative and inclusive environment where respect and ethics are core values
- Cultural Enrichment – Work in an organization that values and integrates Indigenous traditions, community care, and cultural sensitivity
- Stability & Impact – Be part of a long-standing, accredited institution that plays a vital role in community health and development
If you’re looking to join a team that supports the health and wellness of the community — we’d encourage you to apply!
In accordance with federal law, Native American Preference in employment applies and job placements are given on a competitive basis, using job related factors.
Salary : $19 - $22
