Environmental Porter (Full Time)

Job description

Position Summary
The Environmental Porter is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, sanitary, and welcoming environment throughout Larkin Community Hospital South Miami Campus. This position supports the Environmental Services Department by performing routine and specialized cleaning duties, transporting waste and soiled linen, maintaining assigned areas, and assisting with room preparation and turnover as needed.
The Environmental Porter plays an important role in supporting infection prevention standards and ensuring a safe environment for patients, visitors, physicians, and hospital staff.
Minimum Qualifications
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous housekeeping, janitorial, Environmental Services, or hospital experience preferred but not required.
• Previous experience working in a healthcare environment is a plus.
• Ability to understand basic instructions, safety information, chemical labels, and departmental procedures.
• Ability to follow infection prevention and cleaning protocols.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to cleanliness, safety, and detail.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to maintain a professional demeanor.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, patients, and visitors.

Physical Requirements
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, and perform repetitive movements.
• Ability to push or pull housekeeping carts, waste containers, linen carts, and related equipment.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to approximately 50 pounds, with assistance when appropriate.
• Ability to work with cleaning chemicals and disinfectants while using required personal protective equipment.
• Ability to perform duties in patient-care areas and other hospital environments where exposure to bodily fluids, infectious materials, and other occupational hazards may occur.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Knowledge of basic cleaning and sanitation practices.
• Understanding of proper waste and linen handling procedures.
• Ability to safely operate Environmental Services equipment.
• Ability to prioritize assignments and respond to urgent cleaning needs.
• Strong customer-service skills and professional conduct.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with hospital policies and procedures.

PC#: 917-01-04