Environmental Services Worker III (PRN, Evenings)

North Okaloosa Medical Center; Crestview (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

North Okaloosa Medical Center in Crestview, FL is seeking an Environmental Services Worker III to perform advanced cleaning, sanitation, and facility maintenance. You will handle floor care, waste management, infection control, and support training of new staff.

This role requires meticulous attention to detail, ability to operate cleaning machines, and adherence to OSHA/EPA regulations. Prior healthcare facility experience preferred; CHEST or CHESP certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in environmental services, housekeeping, custodial work, or healthcare facility maintenance.
• Experience in terminal cleaning, waste management, and advanced floor care techniques in a healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs advanced floor care, including stripping, waxing, buffing, deep-cleaning carpets, and operating floor maintenance equipment.
• Handles the removal, segregation, and proper disposal of hazardous, infectious, and noninfectious waste, ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA, and hospital policies.
• Executes terminal cleaning and disinfection procedures in high-risk areas such as operating rooms, isolation units, and intensive care areas.
• Trains and mentors new Environmental Services team members, ensuring adherence to proper cleaning techniques, infection control protocols, and safety procedures.
• Assists with special projects, such as construction cleanup, deep cleaning initiatives, and emergency response cleaning efforts.
• Moves, assembles, and adjusts furniture, medical equipment, and floor mats to support department operations and facility needs.
• Monitors and replenishes cleaning supplies, reporting inventory shortages and ensuring proper usage to minimize waste.
• Identifies and reports maintenance and safety concerns, such as damaged flooring, leaks, or malfunctioning equipment, ensuring a prompt response.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Floor care knowledge

Chemical safety

Infection control

Equipment operation

Attention to detail

Communication & teamwork

Problem solving

Tools

Floor cleaning machines

Job description

Job Summary

The Environmental Services Worker III is responsible for performing advanced cleaning, sanitation, and facility maintenance tasks to ensure a safe, hygienic, and compliant hospital environment. This role requires expertise in floor care, waste management, infection control, and specialized cleaning procedures. The Environmental Services Worker III may also assist with training new staff, overseeing complex cleaning assignments, and ensuring compliance with hospital and regulatory standards.

Essential Functions

• Performs advanced floor care, including stripping, waxing, buffing, deep-cleaning carpets, and operating floor maintenance equipment.
• Handles the removal, segregation, and proper disposal of hazardous, infectious, and noninfectious waste, ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA, and hospital policies.
• Executes terminal cleaning and disinfection procedures in high-risk areas such as operating rooms, isolation units, and intensive care areas.
• Trains and mentors new Environmental Services team members, ensuring adherence to proper cleaning techniques, infection control protocols, and safety procedures.
• Assists with special projects, such as construction cleanup, deep cleaning initiatives, and emergency response cleaning efforts.
• Moves, assembles, and adjusts furniture, medical equipment, and floor mats to support department operations and facility needs.
• Monitors and replenishes cleaning supplies, reporting inventory shortages and ensuring proper usage to minimize waste.
• Identifies and reports maintenance and safety concerns, such as damaged flooring, leaks, or malfunctioning equipment, ensuring a prompt response.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in environmental services, housekeeping, custodial work, or healthcare facility maintenance required
• Experience in terminal cleaning, waste management, and advanced floor care techniques in a healthcare setting preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of floor care techniques, chemical safety, and infection control protocols.
• Ability to operate and maintain floor cleaning machines, buffers, and other specialized cleaning equipment.
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and hospital waste disposal regulations.
• Strong attention to detail in performing specialized cleaning and sanitation tasks.
• Ability to train and mentor new employees, ensuring consistent adherence to hospital cleaning standards.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to interact professionally with staff and visitors.
• Problem-solving skills to identify and address environmental concerns within the facility.

Licenses and Certifications

• Certification in Certified Healthcare Environmental Services Technician (CHEST) or Certified Healthcare Environmental Services Professional (CHESP) preferred