What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Services Technician position at Puyallup Tribal Health Authority?
Description
Make a Difference Every Day — Join Our Team as an Environmental Services Technician!
Creating Clean, Safe, and Healing Spaces for Our Community.
Location: Tacoma, WA | On-Site
Anticipated Schedule: Full-time | Mon - Fri, 4:45PM - 1:15AM
Hiring Range: $21.52 - $23.67 per hour
Position Close Date: June 18, 2026
At Puyallup Tribal Health Authority (PTHA), every role contributes to something bigger. As an Environmental Services Technician, you'll play a vital role in supporting the health, safety, and wellbeing of our patients, families, staff, and Tribal community.
We're looking for dependable, hardworking individuals who take pride in creating clean, welcoming environments where healing can happen. Whether you're just starting your career in environmental services or bringing years of experience, you'll become part of a team that values respect, collaboration, cultural awareness, and service to the community.
Why You'll Love Working at PTHA:
At PTHA, you are not just another employee. You are part of a mission-driven organization making a lasting difference in the lives of patients and families every single day. What makes PTHA special:
- Meaningful work serving the Indigenous community
- Supportive, team-centered culture that values respect and collaboration
- Strong emphasis on work/life balance
- Opportunity to building lasting patient relationships
- Inclusive workplace grounded in compassion, integrity, and cultural respect
- Stable, community-focused healthcare organization with a powerful mission
What You’ll Do:
As an Environmental Services Technician, you'll help maintain the cleanliness, safety, and infection-control standards throughout our healthcare facilities.
- Cleaning and sanitizing patient care areas, offices, common spaces, and restrooms
- Vacuuming, dusting, mopping, disinfecting, and maintaining floors, carpets, and furniture
- Supporting infection prevention efforts throughout the facility
- Collecting and properly disposing of biohazard materials
- Transporting linens and waste materials
- Stocking restrooms, hand sanitizers, and facility supplies
- Responding to urgent cleaning and sanitation needs
- Maintaining a welcoming, professional environment for patients and visitors
Outstanding Benefits:
- Supportive environment that values a healthy work/life balance
- Medical/Dental/Vision monthly premiums paid 100% by PTHA for employees (health coverage begins the first of the month following hire date)
- (13) annual leave (vacation) days (13) annual sick leave days
- (18 ) annual paid holidays including a birthday holiday
- 401(k) with annual profit-sharing contributions after (2) years of service
- Life and AD&D insurance coverage
- Have student loans? PTHA is an approved loan repayment site for various student loan programs
Join a Team That Cares
At Puyallup Tribal Health Authority, every clean room, sanitized surface, and stocked supply area contributes to a healthier community. If you're looking for meaningful work where your efforts are valued and your contributions make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help us create a safe, welcoming environment where our community can thrive.
In accordance with federal law, Native American Preference in employment applies and job placements are given on a competitive basis, using job related factors.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Minimum six (6) months of janitorial, housekeeping, or cleaning experience
- Valid Washington State Driver License, current vehicle liability insurance, and ability to maintain a satisfactory driving record
- Ability to work around contagious illnesses, biohazards, and cleaning chemicals
Salary : $22 - $24