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Job Title: EVS Technician Job Description The EVS Technician maintains a clean, safe, and sanitary environment throughout the hospital by performing a wide range of cleaning and housekeeping duties in patient rooms, discharge rooms, and public areas. This role plays a critical part in supporting patient care, infection prevention, and overall hospital safety in a fast-paced, 24/7 healthcare setting.
Responsibilities Clean and sanitize patient rooms, including occupied and discharge rooms, in accordance with hospital sanitation and safety standards. Clean and maintain public areas such as lobbies, corridors, restrooms, and other common spaces throughout the hospital. Wipe down and disinfect high-touch surfaces, fixtures, furniture, and equipment to support infection prevention and control. Sweep, mop, and vacuum floors in patient care areas and public spaces to maintain a clean and orderly environment.
Collect, remove, and properly dispose of trash and waste from patient rooms and public areas following hospital protocols. Handle and transport laundry and linens as needed, ensuring proper handling and separation of soiled and clean materials. Follow established cleaning schedules, procedures, and checklists to meet or exceed sanitation standards. Adhere to all safety guidelines and use appropriate cleaning products and equipment as directed.
Respond to cleaning requests and assignments from hospital staff in a timely and professional manner. Work a rotating weekend schedule and support cleaning needs across different shifts in a 24/7 hospital environment. Maintain a professional, courteous demeanor while working in patient care areas and interacting with staff and visitors. Perform additional cleaning and housekeeping tasks as assigned to support overall hospital operations.
Essential Skills At least 1 year of housekeeping or janitorial experience. Experience in a hospital or hotel environment is preferred. Comfortable working in a medical setting where exposure to blood, trauma, and other clinical conditions may occur. Ability to lift and push 5075 pounds as part of daily duties. Ability to stand and be on feet for 68 hours per day in a fast-paced environment. Strong attention to detail and commitment to meeting sanitation and safety standards.
Reliability and flexibility to work rotating weekends and assigned shifts (1st shift: 7:00 a.m.3:30 p.m.; 2nd shift: 3:00 p.m.11:30 p.m.). Additional Skills & Qualifications Prior experience in environmental services, housekeeping, or custodial roles in healthcare or hospitality settings. Comfort interacting in a patient care environment and collaborating with clinical and non-clinical staff. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and adhere to established procedures and protocols.
Strong work ethic and willingness to take on additional tasks as needed to support the team. Why Work Here? You will join a modern, clean, and recently built hospital facility that offers stability and consistent hours in a 24/7 environment. There is ample opportunity to pick up additional shifts when available, providing flexibility and the ability to increase your earnings. Upon converting to a direct role, you can access strong healthcare benefits.
The organization values internal growth, and many leaders in Environmental Services have advanced from entry-level housekeeping and technician roles, creating a clear pathway for long-term career development. Work Environment This role is based in a modern, very clean, and fast-paced hospital environment that operates 24/7. EVS Technicians work on structured 1st shift (7:00 a.m.3:30 p.m.) or 2nd shift (3:00 p.m.11:30 p.m.) schedules, with rotating weekend assignments.
The work involves frequent walking, standing for 68 hours per day, and handling cleaning equipment and supplies while lifting or pushing 5075 pounds. Technicians work in patient care areas and public spaces, including environments where exposure to blood, trauma, and other medical conditions can occur. The setting emphasizes strict sanitation standards, safety protocols, and collaboration with hospital staff to maintain a safe and welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and employees.
Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Austin, TX. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Austin, TX.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 24, 2026. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Austin,TX. About Aerotek Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year.
Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.
An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.