Floor Technician - AKHI

Davita Inc.; Winchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Housekeeping Aid to maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards across facilities. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma, relevant experience, and a passion for cleanliness in a healthcare environment. Responsibilities include thorough cleaning, handling bio-hazard waste, and maintaining equipment standards. The position offers a structured work schedule and requires individuals to adhere to safety and sanitation protocols.

Qualifications

• Requires 1 year experience as a Housekeeping Aid or equivalent.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and pass a background check.
• Must have a Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for cleaning various areas including floors, bio-hazard waste, and patient care areas.
• Maintain assigned equipment and follow safety procedures.
• Complete weekly cleaning checklist and report any broken items.

Skills

Communication

Self-Motivated

Time Management

Team Builder/Worker

Organized

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Wet vacuums

Buffers

Job description

Description

Summary

Works under the supervision of the Project Manager and/or Lead Janitor. Maintains 95% standards of cleanliness within assigned tasks, which includes: soiled linens, hard floors, and carpeted floors, removal/replacement of full Bio-Hazard container, complete low and high dusting programs. Must be able to utilize cleaning products, chemicals, vacuums, mops, wringers, dust tools, and floor machines.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

* Responsible for trash removal and cleaning of containers.
* Sweep/dust mop uncarpeted floors
* Vacuum carpets and rugs
* Clean mats
* Spray clean and buff floors
* Wet mop
* Strip coat, buff
* Deep clean carpets and rugs
* Clean under raised floors
* Hose down, scrub, squeegee/mop
* Move all furniture that can be moved, and dust mop the floor.
* Use reverse mopping procedures when mopping floors.
* Strip floors and baseboards when needed.
* Clean (wipe down) doors, furniture, and equipment as needed to established process and procedures.
* Removal of soiled linen.
* Assures that all patient care and exam areas are cleaned as per daily schedule.
* Assures that all office and common areas are cleaned as per daily schedule.
* Responsible for the removal of bio-hazardous waste per shift.
* Must respond to overhead paging system, and radio.
* Complete floor care as scheduled.
* Must perform low and high dusting of assigned areas, which includes but not limited to vents, lights, telephones, desks, ledges, windows and furniture.
* Sweep exterior entry ways and walkways, clean exterior signs and plaques.
* Complete weekly checklist and submit to supervisor.
* Report broken items or equipment for repairs.
* Distributes linen if assigned.
* Conserve cleaning supplies.
* Maintain assigned equipment in satisfactory and working condition.
* Read and be able to understand correct dilution rates for cleaning chemicals.
* Follow all facility safety policies and procedures.
* Comply with all City, State, and Federal agencies requirements.
* Make all decisions based on safety first.
* Read and fully understand the "Material Safety Data Sheets" (MSDS) for all chemicals and solutions used in our processes and procedures.
* Must use discretion when handling confidential materials.
* Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
* Comply with work schedules and company policies and procedures.
* Adheres to established "Universal Precautions/Bloodborne Pathogen" standards.
* Follow established procedure methods for handling and mixing chemicals.
* Performs other duties as assigned by management and/or supervisor.

Supervision

None

Minimum Qualifications

* Candidate must be a U.S. citizen.
* High school diploma or GED equivalent
* Requires a Minimum of one years' experience as a Housekeeping Aid or equivalent training or experience Must have 3 months of general experience of progressively responsible housekeeping/sanitation or other work that applies particular knowledge and skills to perform the position.
* Driver's license and proof of current automobile insurance and the ability to travel to local facilities.
* Have the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.
* Must be familiar with the use of wet vacuums, buffers, blower fans
* Knowledge of janitorial methods, practices, materials, tools, occupational hazards and safety precautions of the janitorial work.
* Ability to follow written and oral instructions. Demonstrates good customer relation's skills. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
* Must be capable of lifting to 50 pounds.
* Must be able to pass both required criminal background check and pre- employment drug testing.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience and knowledge of Alaska Native cultures Shareholder Preference Pursuant to PL 93-638, as amended, preference will be given to qualified Ahtna Native Corporation Shareholders, Descendants, and Spouses in all phases of employment. Core Competencies * Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word. * Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely according to strict deadlines. * Self-Motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one's ability using his or her own drive or initiative. * Team Builder/Worker - Ability to inspire and work within a group of people to work toward a goal. * Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task. * Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work Environment Work may be performed in indoor and outdoor locations. May be subject to confined spaces and subject to changes in temperature and weather conditions. Physical Demands Work involves moderate to heavy work in all types of conditions. There is frequent need to stand, stoop, walk, lift heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) and perform other similar actions during the workday. Considerable reaching, stooping, kneeling and crouching may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work Schedule May vary, based on business needs. Usually 40 hours per week. Some overtime may be required

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma/GED (required)

Experience

1 years: * Requires a Minimum of one years' experience as a Housekeeping Aid or equivalent training or experience Must have 3 months of general experience of progressively responsible housekeeping/sanitation or other work that applies particular knowledge and skills to perform the position.
* Have the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance. (required)

Licenses & Certifications

Driver's License (required)

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