Join our Environmental Services Team at UVM Medical Center! We are currently hiring for Environmental Service Workers II & III.

• This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of $5,000 for full-time positions.
• Starting rate of pay ranges from $16.63-$21.68/hour.
• We have positions available at the Main Campus-UVM Medical Center in Burlington, VT and our Fanny Allen Campus in Colchester, VT.
• Applying to this position ensures you will be considered for all open Environmental Service Worker positions.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Environmental Services Worker II is responsible for the cleaning of all areas of the facility with the exception of the OR. The ESW II knows how to handle cleaning issues or knows the appropriate resources available to solve the specific problem.

The Environmental Services Worker III is capable of cleaning all areas of the facility. The ESW III may be capable of handling the waste streams, implementing both hard floor and carpet care procedures, serving as a preceptor and a role model for ESW II. Internal candidates mustdemonstrate the skills and knowledge to be successful in the ESW II role to be considered for an ESW III position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION

Level II ESW

Lifting 27 lbs

Carrying 27 lbs

Pushing 40 lbs

Pulling 40 lbs

Level III ESW

Lifting 60 lbs

Carrying 60 lbs

Pushing 70 lbs

Pulling 70 lbs

If offered a position, employment is contingent upon passing a physical capacity exam ensuring your ability to meet these requirements.

EDUCATION:

High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Satisfactory completion of Environmental Services Orientation Training Program within three months after hire. Meets the physical demands of the job as evaluated by functional screening.

EXPERIENCE:

Prior health care or hospitality industry cleaning experience is highly desirable.

This position iseligible for a one-time signing bonus of $5,000 (prorated for part time roles). The bonus will be paid out as a $500 pay adjustment in the first paycheck; the second installment of $500 will be paid out after the 90-day completion of successful orientation; the third installment of $2,000 will be paid after 6 months of employment and the remaining $2,000 will be paid upon completion of one year (2,080 hours/ prorated for part time) of satisfactory service in Environmental Services.

Applying to this position means that you will be considered for all current open Environmental Services Worker positions. If moved to the next step in the process, we will match you with the openings that we feel are the best fit with your credentials, but encourage you to express any areas of interest.