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Environmental Service Technician

Vancouver, WA ยท On-site

$16.75 - $21.75/hr

Environmental Service Technician (EVS) VA Portland Health Care System Vancouver, WA / Portland, OR Conducting searches for a dependable and detail-oriented Environmental Service Technicians (EVS) to ...

Environmental Service Technician

Radnor, PA ยท On-site

$15.34 - $23.78/hr

Could you be our next Environmental Services Technician at Main Line Health's Hospitals? Available Shifts: First, second, and third shifts. Every other weekend and rotating holidays are required for ...

Environmental Service Technician

Portland, OR ยท On-site

$16.75 - $21.75/hr

Environmental Service Technician (EVS) VA Portland Health Care System Vancouver, WA / Portland, OR Conducting searches for a dependable and detail-oriented Environmental Service Technicians (EVS) to ...

Environmental Service Technician

Portland, OR ยท On-site

$16.75 - $21.75/hr

Environmental Service Technician (EVS) VA Portland Health Care System Vancouver, WA / Portland, OR Conducting searches for a dependable and detail-oriented Environmental Service Technicians (EVS) to ...

Environmental Service Technician

Vancouver, WA ยท On-site

$16.75 - $21.75/hr

Environmental Service Technician (EVS) VA Portland Health Care System Vancouver, WA / Portland, OR Conducting searches for a dependable and detail-oriented Environmental Service Technicians (EVS) to ...

Environmental Service Technician

Sylva, NC ยท On-site

$13.25 - $17.50/hr

) Nature & scope The Environmental Services Technician (EVS) with Maintenance Responsibilities is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and well-maintained environment for residents, visitors, and ...

Environmental Service Technician

Sylva, NC

$13.25 - $17.50/hr

Nature & scope The Environmental Services Technician (EVS) with Maintenance Responsibilities is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and well-maintained environment for residents, visitors, and ...

Environmental Service Technician

King, NC ยท On-site

$13 - $17/hr

) Nature & scope The Environmental Services Technician (EVS) with Maintenance Responsibilities is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and well-maintained environment for residents, visitors, and ...

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How much do environmental service technician jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for environmental service technician in the United States is $18.28, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $19.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an environmental service technician?

Environmental Service Technicians are professionals responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation in healthcare facilities, such as hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes. Their duties include cleaning patient rooms, operating rooms, restrooms, and common areas to prevent the spread of infection and ensure a healthy environment for patients, staff, and visitors. They follow strict safety and cleaning protocols, use specialized cleaning equipment, and properly dispose of hazardous materials. This role is essential in supporting the overall health and safety standards of healthcare environments.

What challenges do environmental service technicians face and how can they be managed?

Environmental Service Technicians often work in fast-paced healthcare or commercial environments where maintaining cleanliness and safety is critical. Common challenges include handling hazardous materials, managing time effectively to meet cleaning schedules, and adapting to changing priorities or emergency situations. These challenges can be managed by following strict safety protocols, staying organized, and communicating closely with team members and supervisors to ensure all tasks are completed efficiently. Continuous training and a supportive team environment also help technicians stay up-to-date on best practices and cope with demanding situations.

What do you do as an environmental service technician?

An environmental service technician cleans and disinfects healthcare facilities, commercial buildings, or industrial sites to maintain sanitation and safety standards. They often operate cleaning equipment, follow safety protocols, and may need certifications in hazardous materials handling or infection control. Their work helps prevent the spread of infections and ensures a clean environment for occupants.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be an environmental service technician?

To thrive as an Environmental Service Technician, you need knowledge of sanitation practices, infection control, and safe handling of cleaning agents, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with cleaning equipment, hazardous material protocols, and hospital-grade disinfectants is typically required. Attention to detail, reliability, and strong communication skills help ensure thorough cleaning and teamwork in healthcare or facility settings. These skills are crucial for maintaining a safe, healthy environment and preventing the spread of infections.

What is the difference between Environmental Service Technician vs Custodian?

AspectEnvironmental Service TechnicianCustodian
CertificationsMay require OSHA training, hazardous material handlingTypically no formal certifications required
Work EnvironmentHospitals, laboratories, healthcare facilitiesSchools, offices, commercial buildings
Job DutiesDisinfecting, waste disposal, environmental safetyCleaning, sweeping, trash removal
Employer & IndustryHealthcare, environmental servicesFacilities management, cleaning services

Environmental Service Technicians focus on maintaining environmental safety and sanitation in healthcare settings, often requiring specialized training. Custodians primarily handle general cleaning tasks in various facilities. While both roles involve cleaning, Environmental Service Technicians have a broader scope related to safety and hazardous materials.

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Infographic showing various Environmental Service Technician job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,016 per year, or $18.3 per hour.

Environmental Service Technician

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Environmental Service Technician (EVS)

VA Portland Health Care System

Vancouver, WA / Portland, OR

Conducting searches for a dependable and detail-oriented Environmental Service Technicians (EVS) to support the VA Portland Health Care System. This role is responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary, safe, and presentable healthcare environment for Veterans, staff, and visitors across designated VA facilities. This position supports non-direct patient care areas and vacant clinic exam rooms in accordance with VA infection prevention standards, safety protocols, and environmental services procedures.

Shift Availability: Multiple shifts available including evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays

Key Responsibilities

  • Clean and disinfected restrooms, offices, hallways, elevators, stairwells, common areas, and designated clinic spaces
  • Perform terminal cleaning of vacant exam rooms using hospital-grade disinfectants
  • Empty, sanitize, and reline trash receptacles
  • Sweep, mop, vacuum, buff, and maintain floors
  • Restock restroom consumables and janitorial supplies
  • Follow infection prevention and sanitation procedures
  • Utilize microfiber cleaning systems and approved VA cleaning products
  • Properly display wet floor signs and maintain safe work areas
  • Report hazards, maintenance concerns, or unsafe conditions immediately
  • Maintain janitorial closets, equipment, and supplies in accordance with VA standards
  • Respond to urgent cleaning requests within required response times
  • Maintain professionalism while working in an active healthcare environment

Minimum Qualifications

  • Minimum 1 year of custodial, housekeeping, environmental services, or janitorial experience preferred
  • Healthcare or hospital cleaning experience strongly preferred
  • Ability to follow detailed cleaning procedures and infection control standards
  • Strong attention to detail and reliability
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and perform physical duties throughout shift
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Excellent attendance and punctuality required

Security & Compliance Requirements

Selected candidates must successfully complete:

  • VA onboarding requirements
  • Federal background investigation (Tier 1 / NACI)
  • Fingerprinting
  • Privacy and security awareness training
  • Bloodborne pathogen training

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
  • Frequent walking, standing, bending, and reaching
  • Ability to safely operate custodial equipment and cleaning tools

What’s in it for you?

  • Opportunity to support Veterans and the VA healthcare system
  • Stable full-time contract work
  • Team-oriented environment
  • Professional healthcare support setting
  • Competitive compensation

Apply today to be considered as we move forward with our evaluation.

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