Utility Technician - EVS (Part Time, Evenings)

Nicklaus Children's Hospital•Miami, FL

About The Position

The Utility Technician transports and handles solid waste, recycling, and regulated medical waste. The role also manages the flow of beds, cribs, and other equipment; cleans assigned areas and emergency spills; and maintains linen, waste, and bed storage areas. The technician ensures equipment is in good working order, follows infection-control procedures including proper use of personal protective equipment, maintains assigned work areas and equipment, and reports safety hazards and defects. The position includes attending scheduled meetings and training sessions.

Requirements

Complete DOT Hazardous Materials training within 30 days of hire and every three years thereafter.
Basic computer knowledge and ability to learn appropriate software applications.
Excellent customer service skills.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
Ability to input data and create basic reports.
Ability to react calmly under stressful conditions.
Ability to relate cooperatively and constructively with clients and peers.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions to solve complex problems.

Nice To Haves

High school education or equivalent.
Experience in a hospital environment.

Responsibilities

Transport and handle solid waste, recycling, regulated medical waste, and other waste materials.
Manage the flow of beds, cribs, and other equipment as requested by the Dispatcher, Lead, or Supervisor.
Clean assigned areas according to established procedures.
Maintain linen, waste, and bed storage areas appropriately.
Attend scheduled meetings and training sessions.
Clean emergency spills and debris.
Ensure equipment is in good working order.
Follow infection-control procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment.
Maintain assigned work areas and equipment.
Report safety hazards and defects.