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Environmental Services Tech III

Sentara and Careers
Norfolk, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/24/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/24/2026
Department and Name: Environmental Services- Norfolk General Hospital
Physical Location: Norfolk, VA
Location Type: On-Site
Employment Status: Regular-Full time
Shift: Third (Nights)
Posted Date: December 10, 2025

Job Overview
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is hiring a Full-time, Night Shift Environmental Services Tech III (Floor Tech) to support the Environmental Services Department

Hours/Shift: Full-time, Night Shift from 11 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.
The Environmental Services Technician I is responsible for maintaining a clean, orderly, and sanitary environment in assigned areas. This role requires safe work practices, including the proper use of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and applications such as damp dusting, mopping, scouring, scrubbing, stripping, and polishing. The Technician also ensures compliance with regulatory standards for waste collection, handling, and transport.
As an Environmental Services Technician, you will play a key role in creating a safe and welcoming environment for patients, their families, and staff. Your primary duties include cleaning patient rooms, hallways, and common areas, responding to spills, and ensuring proper waste disposal. This position offers opportunities to cross-train in other areas, along with pathways for professional development and career growth. Success in this role requires exceptional teamwork and collaboration, with a shared commitment to delivering the best possible experience and care for our patients.
Key Responsibilities:
Maintain assigned areas in a clean and sanitary condition.
Perform tasks such as dusting, mopping, scrubbing, and polishing.
Follow established protocols for the safe handling of cleaning chemicals and equipment.
Ensure proper collection, handling, and disposal of waste according to regulatory standards.
Respond promptly to spills and urgent cleaning needs.
Collaborate with team members to meet daily cleaning and sanitation goals.
Ensure compliance with sanitation protocols and infection prevention standards.
Respond promptly to service requests and uphold a high standard of cleanliness.
Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining a clean, safe environment.
Ability to follow safety procedures and infection prevention guidelines.
A team-oriented approach with a focus on providing excellent service to patients and staff.
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Education
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent/1 year of housekeeping/ESD experience in lieu of High School Education Required
Experience
  • 1 year of housekeeping/ESD experience in lieu of High School Education Required
  • Less than a year of experience as an Environmental Associate Required
  • Healthcare/Hospitality Experience Preferred
  • Floor Tech Experience
Keywords: Housekeeping, Housekeeper, Environmental Technician, ESD, Custodian, Janitor

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