Hospital Service Technician Jobs in Texas
Hospital Service Technician jobs in Texas are consistently in demand, concentrated in large acute-care hospital systems, ambulatory surgery centers, and multi-site regional health networks, with openings at every level from entry-level sterile processing or biomed aides through senior lead technicians. The busiest hiring metros are Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio, where major employers such as HCA Houston Healthcare, Baylor Scott & White Health, and CHRISTUS Health maintain large facilities and ongoing technician needs. The most sought-after specialties in Texas listings include sterile processing and central supply, biomedical equipment repair, and facilities maintenance for clinical environments. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
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JOB SUMMARY
The Environmental Service Worker focuses on Infection Control and Prevention by providing proper cleaning and sanitation throughout the hospital and assigned site campuses.
REPORTS TO
Supervisor, Environmental Services
JOB SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Daily assignments may include but are not limited to:
- Provide housekeeping services in patient rooms, both occupied and unoccupied, and assigned areas within the hospital and/or site campuses; Cleaning may require exposure to blood, blood borne pathogens, and bodily fluids (ie.blood, urine, vomit, etc..)
- Provide housekeeping services in public areas, which includes but not limited to: vacuuming, cleaning baseboards, vents, fans, and elevators
- Clean and disinfect isolation rooms such as Tuberculosis (TB), C-Diff, and COVID-19, bathrooms, collecting and disposing of regular waste (trash), spot cleaning carpets, furniture, fixtures, washing windows/walls, dusting furniture, equipment, woodwork, windowsills, countertops, etc
- Exchange full sharp boxes for empty sharp boxes
- Deliver clean linen exchange carts to appropriate storage areas, maintain utility rooms in an orderly fashion
- All other assigned duties related to Environmental Services
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Preferred: High School Diploma or GED
- 1 year housekeeping, linen, or other environmental service experience, preferably in a hospital setting
- Demonstrate basic knowledge of cleaning procedures and operating equipment after successful completion of 90 day training
REQUIRED LICENSURES/CERTIFICATIONS/REGISTRATIONS
N/A
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of proper handling and disposing of medical infectious waste and soiled linen
- Ability to properly clean and disinfect areas of blood, bodily fluids, and other pathogens
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
- Basic knowledge of hand and power tools
INTERACTION WITH OTHER DEPARTMENTS AND OTHER RELATIONSHIPS
This position will have interaction with patients, their families, and hospital medical staff.
PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES
Requires wear or personal protective equipment (PPE); Ability to lift/move various types of equipment, supplies/chemicals, and furniture of light/medium weight. Work requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, bending, pushing, pulling, lifting and stretching.
ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS
This position is subject to indoor and outdoor environmental changes that may include varying temperatures. Exposure to chemicals used in cleaning supplies and blood/ blood borne pathogens is highly likely.
UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.
INTRODUCTION
We’ve learned that what is best for patients is also best for employees. Learn more about why we are one of the Best Companies to Work for in Texas®.
JOB SUMMARY
The Environmental Service Worker focuses on Infection Control and Prevention by providing proper cleaning and sanitation throughout the hospital and assigned site campuses.
REPORTS TO
Supervisor, Environmental Services
JOB SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Daily assignments may include but are not limited to:
- Provide housekeeping services in patient rooms, both occupied and unoccupied, and assigned areas within the hospital and/or site campuses; Cleaning may require exposure to blood, blood borne pathogens, and bodily fluids (ie.blood, urine, vomit, etc..)
- Provide housekeeping services in public areas, which includes but not limited to: vacuuming, cleaning baseboards, vents, fans, and elevators
- Clean and disinfect isolation rooms such as Tuberculosis (TB), C-Diff, and COVID-19, bathrooms, collecting and disposing of regular waste (trash), spot cleaning carpets, furniture, fixtures, washing windows/walls, dusting furniture, equipment, woodwork, windowsills, countertops, etc
- Exchange full sharp boxes for empty sharp boxes
- Deliver clean linen exchange carts to appropriate storage areas, maintain utility rooms in an orderly fashion
- All other assigned duties related to Environmental Services
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Preferred: High School Diploma or GED
- 1 year housekeeping, linen, or other environmental service experience, preferably in a hospital setting
- Demonstrate basic knowledge of cleaning procedures and operating equipment after successful completion of 90 day training
REQUIRED LICENSURES/CERTIFICATIONS/REGISTRATIONS
N/A
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of proper handling and disposing of medical infectious waste and soiled linen
- Ability to properly clean and disinfect areas of blood, bodily fluids, and other pathogens
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
- Basic knowledge of hand and power tools
INTERACTION WITH OTHER DEPARTMENTS AND OTHER RELATIONSHIPS
This position will have interaction with patients, their families, and hospital medical staff.
PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES
Requires wear or personal protective equipment (PPE); Ability to lift/move various types of equipment, supplies/chemicals, and furniture of light/medium weight. Work requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, bending, pushing, pulling, lifting and stretching.
ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS
This position is subject to indoor and outdoor environmental changes that may include varying temperatures. Exposure to chemicals used in cleaning supplies and blood/ blood borne pathogens is highly likely.
UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.
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Hospital Service Technician Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Texas Children's Hospital13
- Driscoll Children's Hospital7
- BluePearl Pet Hospital6
- VCA Animal Hospitals5
- Community Hospital Corporation2
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services25
- Insurance8
- Animal Care & Pet Services6
- Non-Profit & Social Services4
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in hospital service technician jobs across Texas.
- Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) credential issued or recognized in Texas preferred
- High school diploma or GED with relevant vocational or on-the-job technical training
- Experience handling sterilization equipment, decontamination processes, or biomedical devices
- Knowledge of Joint Commission standards and Texas Department of State Health Services compliance requirements
- Ability to lift and transport medical equipment and work rotating or on-call shifts
- Strong attention to detail and documentation skills for instrument tracking and equipment logs
Hospital Service Technician Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a hospital service technician in Texas?
The most direct path is completing a sterile processing or biomedical technology program at a Texas community college, such as those offered through Houston Community College or Lone Star College, then earning the Certified Registered Central Service Technician credential through the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management. Texas does not require a state-issued license for most hospital service technician roles, but CRCST certification is widely expected by Texas hospital systems and gives candidates a clear hiring advantage.
Which companies hire hospital service technicians in Texas?
Employers hiring hospital service technicians in Texas right now include Texas Children's Hospital, Driscoll Children's Hospital, and BluePearl Pet Hospital, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's large integrated health systems, including those with campuses across multiple metros, tend to hire continuously for these roles due to high patient volume and strict sterilization compliance demands.
Which Texas cities have the most hospital service technician jobs?
Corpus Christi, Houston, and Katy consistently post the most hospital service technician openings in Texas. Houston's concentration of large academic medical centers and trauma hospitals drives the highest volume, while Dallas and San Antonio anchor demand through their dense networks of regional hospital campuses, surgery centers, and specialty care facilities that each require dedicated sterile processing and biomedical support staff.
Are there remote hospital service technician jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Hospital service technician work is fundamentally hands-on, involving physical handling of surgical instruments, biomedical equipment, and sterile supply rooms, so the vast majority of roles require on-site presence. About 0% of hospital service technician openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those positions typically involve administrative coordination, supply chain oversight, or equipment vendor liaison duties rather than direct technical work.
How can I get hired as a hospital service technician in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a sterile processing technician trainee or central service aide role at a large Texas hospital system, where on-the-job training is built into the position. HCA Houston Healthcare and Baylor Scott & White Health both offer structured onboarding programs that train candidates without prior clinical experience. Completing a short sterile processing certificate program at a Texas community college, or transitioning laterally from a hospital environmental services or surgical supply aide role, significantly improves your chances. Enrolling in a CRCST exam prep course while working entry-level gives you a credential edge quickly.
Where can I find and apply to hospital service technician jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to hospital service technician jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings from employers across the state. Find the roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to the ones that match.
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