Environmental Services Technician

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Environmental Services Technician to join the Home of the Innocents (HOTI) team. This role is essential to maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for our residents, visitors, and staff. The ideal candidate is reliable, efficient, and committed to maintaining the highest level of cleanliness throughout our facility.

A Day in the Life

As an Environmental Services Technician , you will be responsible for ensuring the cleanliness and sanitation of our facilities. Daily tasks could include dusting, sweeping, mopping, and sanitizing common areas, recreational areas, resident rooms, bathrooms and classrooms.

Schedule

Shift: FT; 7:00am- 3:30pm , will include weekend rotation

(This position may move to PRN in the future)

Pay: $17/hour

How This Position Contributes to our Mission

• Inspect, clean and disinfect resident rooms, restrooms, offices, and public spaces
• Perform environmental services functions as assigned and in accordance with daily duties lists
• Maintain a safe work environment by following all safety precautions when performing tasks and when using supplies
• Ensure that all established infection control and universal precaution practices are maintained when performing environmental and laundry procedures
• Report all hazardous conditions or equipment and any occupational exposure to mitigate risks to residents, guests and employees
• Remove waste and soiled linens and restock supplies in assigned areas
• Report maintenance or safety issues promptly
• Work collaboratively with staff to ensure a high standard of cleanliness

Skills and Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent. Experience considered in lieu of education requirements
• Must be able to push, pull, move and/or lift up to 40 pounds
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English language
• Housekeeping experience in healthcare facility preferred

What You’ll Receive as a Valued Member of Home of the Innocents

• A trauma-informed environment
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Generous leave time
• 401(k) with employer match
• Training and certification opportunities

Who We Are

Home of the Innocents is a 145-year-old non-profit dedicated to supporting children and families in our community. Our mission is to enrich lives with hope, health, and happiness. As one of only two certified Sanctuary Organizations in Kentucky, we prioritize safety and recovery through trauma-informed practices. Our leadership is committed to developing a diverse, inclusive, and values-led workforce.

Home of the Innocents Impact

• Total service recipients in 2024: 3,562
• Campus size: 22 acres located near downtown Louisville
• Residential Treatment Program: Second largest in Kentucky
• Only dedicated emergency shelter in the city
• 13 different programs serving children and families, providing services such as:
  • Therapeutic and residential treatment for youth with complex behavioral and emotional needs
  • Emergency shelter for children in crisis
  • Foster care and adoption support
  • Community-based behavioral health programs
• Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center (KCC): Only facility in Kentucky serving medically complex young adults and children, and 1 of only 12 in the nation.

If you are passionate about making a difference for children, families, and our community, we invite you to APPLY NOW!