Westover Hills Baptist Hospital in San Antonio, Texas is recruiting a full-time Environmental Services Technician II (Housekeeping Associate II) to support infection control and environmental cleanliness across a high-acuity acute care campus. This day-shift role covers critical care and procedural areas — including the Emergency Department, ICU, GI Lab, Wound Care, and isolation rooms — within a faith-inspired health system with more than 120 years of community service. The Baptist Health System operates six full-service hospitals, a specialized children's hospital with a dedicated pediatric emergency unit, a comprehensive cancer care network, imaging centers, and ambulatory services across the San Antonio region.
Perks and Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off (PTO)
- Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, auto and home insurance
- Full-time, day-shift schedule providing consistent hours and work-life balance
Practice Highlights
- Full-time days position with coverage across high-priority clinical areas: Emergency Department, Intensive Care Unit, GI Lab, Wound Care, and procedure areas
- Responsible for terminal cleaning of isolation rooms and exam rooms in compliance with established infection control protocols
- Routine duties include sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, surface cleaning of floors, walls, ceilings, sinks, mirrors, showers, commodes, windows, and glass areas throughout the facility
- Trash and linen removal using compactor and cardboard baler; linen distribution throughout the hospital
- Furniture and heavy equipment relocation as directed by supervisors
- Operates within a large integrated health system: six full-service hospitals, a specialized children's hospital with dedicated pediatric emergency unit, comprehensive cancer care network, fitness and rehabilitation centers, imaging centers, and the Baptist School of Health Professions
- Fast-paced, customer service-oriented environment with cross-training opportunities across department functions to support flexible staffing
- Active participation in performance improvement activities and compliance with system-wide safety and infection control policies
Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years of cleaning experience in a hospitality or healthcare setting, including terminal cleaning experience
- Ability to read, write, and understand English (minimum education requirement)
- Preferred: High school diploma, GED, or 2 years of full-time environmental services work experience in lieu of formal education
- Demonstrated knowledge of infection control practices, isolation techniques, and proper use of cleaning chemicals and equipment
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team; strong problem-solving skills and professional communication with staff, patients, and the public
- Commitment to safety compliance: proper use of safety equipment, reporting of unsafe conditions, and adherence to all facility and system policies
About the Community
San Antonio is the seventh-largest city in the United States and one of the most culturally rich metros in Texas, offering a low cost of living relative to other major cities, a warm climate, and a strong sense of community rooted in deep historical and cultural heritage. The city is home to world-class dining, the iconic River Walk, Six Flags Fiesta Texas, and proximity to the Texas Hill Country for outdoor recreation including hiking, swimming, and cycling. San Antonio's robust public and private school systems, affordable housing market, and family-friendly neighborhoods make it an attractive destination for healthcare professionals at every career stage.