<p>Northeast Baptist Hospital in San Antonio, Texas is hiring a full-time Environmental Services Technician II (Housekeeping Associate II) to support cleanliness and infection control across high-acuity clinical areas including the Emergency Department, ICU, GI Lab, Wound Care, and procedure rooms. This is a rotating-shift position within a large, faith-based health system with more than 120 years of community presence and a campus that includes six full-service hospitals, a children's hospital, a comprehensive cancer network, and a dedicated School of Health Professions. Candidates with at least two years of healthcare or hospitality cleaning experience — including terminal cleaning — will find a structured, team-oriented environment with a full benefits package and genuine career development pathways.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage</li> <li>401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match</li> <li>Generous paid time off</li> <li>Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)</li> <li>Continuing education and career development opportunities, including access to the Baptist School of Health Professions</li> <li>Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program</li> <li>Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, auto and home insurance</li> <li>E-Verify participating employer; eligibility for benefits determined by employment status and location</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Full-time, rotating-shift schedule across a busy acute care hospital campus</li> <li>Assigned coverage spans high-acuity and high-traffic areas: Emergency Department, Intensive Care Unit, GI Lab, Wound Care, procedure rooms, restrooms, waiting areas, and public hallways</li> <li>Performs terminal cleaning of isolation rooms and exam rooms in compliance with established infection control and isolation protocols</li> <li>Responsible for trash and linen removal using compactor and cardboard baler; distributes linen throughout the facility</li> <li>Routine duties include sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, surface cleaning of floors, walls, ceilings, sinks, mirrors, showers, commodes, windows, and glass areas</li> <li>Moves furniture and heavy equipment as directed; maintains assigned equipment and reports repair needs for equipment, furniture, fixtures, and building infrastructure</li> <li>Operates within a system of six full-service hospitals, a specialized children's hospital with a dedicated pediatric emergency unit, a comprehensive cancer care network, imaging centers, fitness and rehabilitation centers, and ambulatory services</li> <li>Participates in departmental performance improvement activities and cross-training to support flexible staffing assignments</li> <li>Works within a faith-inspired, patient-centered culture with a 120-plus-year history of community healthcare service in San Antonio</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Minimum two years of cleaning experience in a healthcare or hospitality setting, including demonstrated terminal cleaning experience</li> <li>Ability to read, write, and understand English (minimum education requirement)</li> <li>High school diploma, GED, or two years of full-time environmental services work experience accepted in lieu of formal education (preferred)</li> <li>Working knowledge of infection control practices, isolation techniques, and safe chemical and equipment handling</li> <li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, customer service-oriented clinical environment, meeting deadlines and following supervisor direction</li> <li>Familiarity with facility safety policies, proper use of safety equipment, and protocols for reporting unsafe conditions</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>San Antonio is the second-largest city in Texas and one of the fastest-growing metros in the United States, offering an exceptionally low cost of living relative to its size, a warm climate, and a rich cultural identity rooted in Spanish colonial and Texas frontier history. The city is home to the River Walk, world-class dining, the San Antonio Spurs, and easy access to the Texas Hill Country for hiking, cycling, and outdoor recreation. Highly rated public and private school options, diverse neighborhoods, and a strong sense of community make San Antonio a compelling destination for healthcare professionals at every career stage.</p>