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Housekeeper / Environmental Services Tech Summary: Summary This position with Presbyterian Healthcare Services performs a variety of routine environmental services duties, helping maintain a clean ...

Housekeeper / Environmental Services Tech Summary: The Housekeeper/Environmental Services Tech position at Plains Regional Medical Services in Clovis, New Mexico, offers the opportunity to make a ...

Housekeeper/Environmental Services Tech Summary: This position with Presbyterian Healthcare Services performs a variety of routine environmental services duties, helping maintain a clean, safe, and ...

This position is responsible for performing general housekeeping tasks to maintain the facility and associated buildings in a sanitary, safe, and attractive condition and to meet hospital and Joint ...

This position is responsible for performing general housekeeping tasks to maintain the facility and associated buildings in a sanitary, safe, and attractive condition and to meet hospital and Joint ...

Environmental Services Tech

Waconia, MN

$16.25 - $21.25/hr

Environmental Service Tech Evening 2:00 pm - 10:30 pm. Eligible for benefits This position is responsible for maintaining a clean, healthy and welcoming environment in patient and non-patient areas ...

Environmental Services Tech

Camarillo, CA · On-site

$16 - $21/hr

One California As our Environmental Services Tech, you will actively perform a variety of cleaning ... Experience utilizing basic housekeeping practices and procedures * Proper handling/disposal of ...

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How much do environmental services tech housekeeper jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for environmental services tech housekeeper in the United States is $16.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Environmental Services Tech Housekeepers?

Environmental Services Tech Housekeepers, often called EVS Techs or hospital housekeepers, are responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation in healthcare facilities such as hospitals and clinics. Their duties include cleaning patient rooms, operating rooms, and common areas, as well as disposing of waste and following strict infection control protocols. They play a crucial role in preventing the spread of illness and ensuring a safe, hygienic environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Environmental Services Tech Housekeeper, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Environmental Services Tech Housekeeper, you need knowledge of cleaning techniques, infection control standards, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with commercial cleaning equipment, safety protocols, and possibly certifications like OSHA training are typical requirements. Attention to detail, time management, and strong communication make someone stand out in this position. These skills ensure a safe, sanitary environment that supports patient health and operational efficiency in healthcare or institutional settings.

What is the difference between Environmental Services Tech Housekeeper vs Environmental Services Worker?

AspectEnvironmental Services Tech HousekeeperEnvironmental Services Worker
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; training in cleaning protocolsHigh school diploma or equivalent; may include specialized training
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, healthcare facilitiesHospitals, clinics, healthcare facilities
Job ResponsibilitiesCleaning patient rooms, disinfecting surfaces, waste removalCleaning, sanitation, waste management in healthcare settings

The Environmental Services Tech Housekeeper and Environmental Services Worker roles are similar, both focusing on cleaning and sanitation in healthcare environments. The Tech Housekeeper often has more specific training in infection control and cleaning protocols, but their duties and work settings are largely overlapping. Both positions are essential for maintaining a safe, sterile environment in healthcare facilities.

What are the main challenges Environmental Services Tech Housekeepers face when working in healthcare settings?

Environmental Services Tech Housekeepers in healthcare facilities often encounter challenges such as maintaining strict cleanliness standards to prevent infections, managing time efficiently to cover large areas, and safely handling hazardous materials or biohazards. They must also adapt to busy and sometimes unpredictable environments, especially during high patient turnover or outbreaks. Collaboration with nursing and clinical staff is essential to ensure all areas are sanitized according to hospital protocols, making communication and attention to detail key to success in this role.
More about Environmental Services Tech Housekeeper jobs
Infographic showing various Environmental Services Tech Housekeeper job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,933 per year, or $16.3 per hour.
Environmental Services Technician

Environmental Services Technician

Sentara Healthcare

Norfolk, VA • On-site

$15.25 - $19.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago


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Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 391 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

City/State
Norfolk, VA
Work Shift
Multiple shifts available
Overview:
Sentara Leigh Hospital Environmental Services is Environmental Services Tech I (Housekeepers) and Environmental Services Tech III (Floor Techs).
Environmental Services Techs work Full-time hours, with Various Shifts Available, working Monday through Friday and every other weekend.
Hours/Shift: Full-time working Day, Evening, or Night Shift
  • Day Shift from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
  • Evening Shift from 3 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
  • Night Shift, from 11 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.

Environmental Services Tech I (Housekeeper):
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.

Education
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)

Experience
  • 1 year of housekeeping/ESD experience in lieu of High School Education (Preferred)
  • Housekeeping/Environmental Services Cleaning Experience (Preferred)
  • Customer Service Experience (Preferred)

Click https://youtu.be/4h35Lx2SqTI to hear Sheron tell us about a day in the life of an Environmental Services Technician with Sentara Healthcare.
Environmental Services Tech III (Floor Tech):
Responsible for maintenance of floors. Practices safe work habits through the appropriate use of chemicals, various equipment and cleaning applications to include: mopping, scouring, scrubbing, stripping and polishing. Cross trained to EST I competencies in order to provide cleaning duties when necessary.
1 year of housekeeping/ESD experience required in lieu of High School Education.
Education
  • High School Grad or Equivalent (Preferred)

Experience
  • Less than a year of Environmental Associate Experience (Required)
  • 1 year of housekeeping/ESD experience in lieu of High School Education (Required)
  • Previous Healthcare/Hospitality Experience (Preferred)

Keywords: Housekeeping, Environmental Services Tech, Housekeeper, Environmental Technician, ESD, Floor Tech, Custodian, Janitor
Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career
• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to 10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance - 5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down - 10,000
• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met
Sentara Leigh Hospital, located in Norfolk, VA, is a 274-bed acute care facility that opened in 1903 and relocated to its present site in 1977. Our hospital completed a renovation in 2016, including two new patient towers, a beautiful atrium, and a multi-story parking garage. Sentara Leigh Hospital includes a dedicated Orthopedic Hospital providing patients access to a full continuum of orthopedic care, from the preoperative phase and surgery to rehabilitation and home care services. Along with being a recognized accredited Primary Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, we also specialize in orthopedic and spine care, heart, vascular, maternity care, and general surgery. We are also home to the region's only 24-hour hyperbaric oxygen program that helps speed up the healing of carbon monoxide poisoning, wounds that won't heal, infections in which tissues are starved for oxygen, airborne chemical exposures, and scuba diving accidents.
Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.
In support of our mission "to improve health every day," this is a tobacco-free environment.
For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:
Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

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