Hospital Environmental Equipment Operator

Jackson Health System; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Health System’s Environmental Equipment Operator role is based at Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami. The position involves performing heavy housekeeping and floor care tasks across the hospital facility, ensuring clean and safe environments for patients and staff.

Ideal candidates have 0–3 years of related experience and a high school diploma. The role emphasizes accuracy, reliability, and the ability to follow procedures while upholding CARE values in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma strongly preferred.
• 0–3 years of related experience.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment safely.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and speech.
• Ability to follow instructions accurately and exercise professional judgment.
• Knowledge and use of job-related technology and software applications.

Responsibilities

• Follow floor care cleaning procedure for automatic scrubber to remove dirt accumulated on floor.
• Follow cleaning procedure for maintenance of all automated equipment.
• Apply floor care and burnishing to polish surfaces after cleaning.
• Operate equipment in a safe way to prevent accidents.
• Detect malfunctions and report problems to supervisor.
• Assemble pads and brushes to obtain maximum machinery efficiency.
• Adjust pad pressure for efficient cleaning and polishing.
• Perform hard surface floor care: dusting, sweeping, damp mopping, burnishing.
• Perform carpet care: vacuuming, spot cleaning, bonneting.
• Clean, disinfect, and arrange furniture and fixtures as required.
• Spot clean walls, window sills and overhead lights.
• Perform other environmental duties as assigned, including cleaning of patient units.
• Demonstrate CARE values (Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Expertise).
• Perform all other related job duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Stress management

Following instructions

Independent judgment

Tech proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Jackson Health System’s Environmental Equipment Operator role is based at Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami. The position involves performing heavy housekeeping and floor care tasks across the hospital facility, ensuring clean and safe environments for patients and staff.

Ideal candidates have 0–3 years of related experience and a high school diploma. The role emphasizes accuracy, reliability, and the ability to follow procedures while upholding CARE values in a fast-paced hospital setting.