Environmental Technician
- Touchette Regional Hospital
- Cahokia Heights, Illinois, United States
- Jul 02, 2026
Job Description
Job Summary: Evening/Night Variable position - 48 hours per pay period, with every other weekend and rotating holidays
The Environmental Technician is responsible for executing the daily duties required to establish and maintain a safe, hygienic, and aesthetically pleasing care environment in the hospital.
Functions and Duties:
- Observe and follow safety/organizational/departmental procedures and policies at all times.
- Perform housekeeping functions and established methods.
- Clean patient rooms, offices, rest rooms, janitor closets, store rooms exam rooms, delivery rooms, operating rooms and clinics with the approved cleaning methods.
- Follow directives from Environmental Services leadership.
- Report to the department office and receive assignment.
- Collect necessary equipment and supplies and proceed directly to work area.
- High dust and low dust horizontal surfaces.
- Sanitize and spot clean all horizontal surfaces.
- Damp wipe and clean all furniture.
- Perform checkout room cleaning.
- Spot clean walls, windows and polish metal surfaces.
- Vacuum carpet/sweep/mop in patient rooms and other areas.
- Spot clean carpet as assigned.
- Assist in cleaning of emergency spills, observed or upon request.
- Demonstrate the correct use of chemicals and supplies.
- Replenish supplies.
- Input bed tracking and other required information into the computer daily or as needed.
- Learn and apply the principles of regular discharges with a 30-minute turnaround.
- Learn and apply the principles of terminal cleaning with a 55 min turnaround.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
About Touchette Regional Hospital
Serving the Community Since 1958
The best neighbors are the ones who are there for you throughout your life. The ones who stand beside you when the unexpected happens, who hold your hand in your time of need, and celebrate with you when you welcome a new family member home.
At Touchette Regional Hospital in Centreville, this sense of community doesn’t stop at our front door. It’s felt in every department and by every staff member - because we are your neighbors. Many of us grew up here, live here and are dedicated to helping our neighbors like you be as healthy as can be!
That means offering personalized care at every visit. We listen to you, engage you and support you in whatever means possible. It also means expanding our award-winning services and upgrading our facility to better serve your healthcare needs, regardless of your ability to pay.
60 Years of Dedication.
Touchette has served area residents since 1958 when we opened our doors as Centreville Township Hospital to offer accessible, affordable healthcare to all. We continue to break down the barriers that stand in the way of the quality, compassionate care everyone deserves. Today, we proudly serve the Metro East communities of Alorton, Cahokia, Centreville, East St. Louis, Washington Park, and the surrounding region.
Touchette is a general acute care hospital offering a full line of services for every stage of life, including our Women’s & Newborn’s Center, expanded Emergency Department, new Behavioral & Wellness Center, and extensive Physical Therapy services. We also offer wellness and education programs, senior housing, Home Health Care, and our Medical Specialists to extend care into the community.
Our Difference and Our Commitment
Touchette has always strived to make a difference in the lives of the people and the communities we serve. We are committed to:
- Services that offer the community benefits of a medical system which provides comprehensive services.
- Treating every person with respect and dignity; delivering services in a convenient and courteous manner.
- Continuously improving to build a strong and healthier future for the communities in which we live and work.
Our employees, physicians, and volunteers work together to create a welcoming environment with a focus on your care. We hope our service exceeds your expectations and that we continue to be your choice for care in the future!