Environmental Equipment Operator

JOB DESCRIPTION Description

Position Summary

Environmental Equipment Operator performs manual work involving more difficult housekeeping tasks on an assigned shift in the hospital.

Employees in this classification perform heavy manual work involving a variety of housekeeping tasks.

Duties & Responsibilities

Follow floor care cleaning procedure for automatic scrubber to remove dirt accumulated on floor. Follow cleaning procedure for maintenance of all automated equipment.

Once the floor is cleaned follow floor care procedure for the ultra burnished to polish the floor. Operates the equipment in a safe way to prevent accidents.

Detects malfunctions while operating the equipment and report problem to supervisor. Properly assemblies pads and brushes to obtain maximum machinery efficiency.

Determine proper pad pressure adjustment for more efficient cleaning and polishing. Performs complete range of hard surface floor care including : dusting, sweeping, damp mopping, and burnishing / buffing.

Performs complete range of carpet care including; vacuuming, spot cleaning and bonneting. Cleans, disinfects and arranges furniture and fixtures as required.

Spot cleans and damp wipes walls, window sills and overhead lights as required. Performs other related environmental duties as required, including cleaning of all patient units.

Demonstrates behaviors of service excellence and CARE values (Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Expertise). Performs all other related job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

High School diploma is strongly preferred.

Experience

Generally requires 0 to 3 years of related experience.

License / Certification

Valid license or certification is required as needed, based on the job or specialty.

Life Support Certification Requirements

BLS ACLS PALS NRP

Knowledge / Skill / Abilities

Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work accurately while meeting multiple deadlines. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with critical thinking and professional composure. Ability to understand and follow instructions.

Ability to exercise sound and independent judgment. Knowledge and skill in use of job appropriate technology and software applications.

Physical Demands

Job functions requires extended walking or standing. Must be able to climb stairs / ladder, stoop, bend, crawl and perform repetitive motions as needed.

Must be able to carry objects weighing 21 to 50 pounds. Must be able to lift , push or pull objects weighing 51 to 100 pounds with the use of appropriate devices.

Function requires visual acuity to perform job related activities such as : operating machines or motor vehicles and performing mechanical or skilled trades tasks of a repetitive and non-repetitive nature.

Certain jobs in this group may have specific physical abilities requirement. Additional information and provision requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by the home unit / department in collaboration with the Reasonable Accommodations Committee (RAC).

Work Environment

Fast paced environment with occasional high pressure or emergent situations. Jobs in this group frequently work outdoors, are subject to potential hazards and may have exposure to extreme weather and high temperatures, noisy or dusty areas and confined spaces.

Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions. Additional information and provision requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by the home unit / department in collaboration with the Reasonable Accommodations Committee (RAC).