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Hospital Housekeeper / Environmental Services Technician (EVS) – $18.35/hr | Vancouver, WA | Evening Shift
Our Health Care Division is seeking dependable and motivated Environmental Service Technicians (EVS) for a local contract opportunity supporting the Vancouver VA Medical Center in Vancouver, Washington.
This is a great opportunity for individuals interested in working in a healthcare environment while helping maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary facility for Veterans, visitors, and healthcare staff. No prior experience required! On-site training provided.
Job Details:
- Facility: Vancouver VA Medical Center – VA Portland Health Care System.
- Location: 1601 E. Fourth Plain Blvd, Vancouver, WA 98661.
- Position: Environmental Service Technician (EVS) – Sanitation.
- Employment Type: Local Contract.
- Proposed Pay Rate: $18.35/hour, based on qualifications and final approval.
- Shift: 1:00 PM–11:30 PM.
- Schedule: Monday–Thursday or Friday–Monday, subject to confirmation.
- Start Date: Upon completion of VA onboarding and background clearance.
Responsibilities:
- Clean and disinfect restrooms, offices, hallways, exam rooms, and common areas.
- Sweep, mop, vacuum, and maintain floors throughout assigned areas.
- Empty trash, remove waste, and replenish cleaning supplies.
- Perform terminal cleaning of vacant exam rooms as directed.
- Follow infection prevention, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.
- Safely handle cleaning chemicals, equipment, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Maintain janitorial closets, cleaning carts, and equipment.
- Help maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary healthcare environment for Veterans, staff, and visitors.
Qualifications:
- No prior experience required; on-site training provided.
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Previous housekeeping, custodial, or healthcare EVS experience is a plus.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and perform physical tasks throughout the shift.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and safely push or pull cleaning carts and equipment.
- Comfortable following infection control and workplace safety procedures.
- Closed-toe footwear required.
Onboarding Requirements:
- REAL ID-compliant identification or another form of identification accepted by the VA, such as a valid passport.
- VA fingerprinting and background investigation.
- Successful drug screening.
- Completion of required VA onboarding and safety training.
Apply today! Our recruiting team looks forward to discussing this opportunity with you.
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