Service Year Option - EVS Tech

Job Summary

The EVS Technician performs specialized cleaning and sanitization duties throughout the healthcare facility to maintain a safe, clean, and infection-controlled environment. This role follows strict regulatory guidelines while supporting patient care areas and interacting with staff, patients, and visitors.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required


• Maryland resident


• Individuals eligible for the Maryland Service Year Program (generally ages 18–24)


• Experience: One year of cleaning or housekeeping experience preferred


• Licensure/Certification: None required


• Skills & Abilities:




• Ability to perform heavy-duty cleaning and lift up to 50 lbs


• Ability to follow detailed instructions and safety protocols


• Strong attention to detail and infection control practices


• Good communication and customer service skills


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

What You’ll Do

• Clean and disinfect patient rooms, equipment, and public areas


• Perform specialized cleaning in regulated areas (e.g., operating rooms, MRI, pharmacy)


• Remove and dispose of infectious and non-infectious waste safely


• Complete required documentation and checklists


• Follow all infection control, safety, and regulatory guidelines


• Use PPE and specialized cleaning techniques


• Assist with training and supporting other EVS staff

What the Job is Really Like

• This is a physically demanding role with constant movement and cleaning tasks


• Work is highly detail-oriented and regulated—procedures must be followed exactly


• You’ll work in both public and clinical areas, including sensitive environments


• Tasks can be repetitive but are critical to patient safety


• You’ll interact with patients and staff regularly while working


• Exposure to infectious materials and strict safety protocols is part of the role

Work Environment & Demands

• Hospital environment with exposure to biological materials and cleaning chemicals (see page 2 working conditions)


• Frequent standing, walking, lifting, pushing, and pulling


• Requires use of PPE and adherence to infection control standards


• High physical activity and attention to detail required


• Team-based but often independently executed work

What Success Looks Like

• Areas are consistently clean, sanitized, and compliant with standards


• Infection control protocols are followed without exception


• Documentation is accurate and complete


• Patients and staff experience a clean, safe environment


• You work efficiently while maintaining high quality standards

Caring for Our Team
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.

Happy to Help

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.