Floor Technician I

denverhealth; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Retirement contributions

Health coverage

Job summary

Denver Health is seeking a dedicated Floor Technician I to maintain floors, carpets, and hard surfaces across hospital facilities. Under supervision, you will perform interior/exterior cleaning tasks to sustain a clean, aseptic environment including patient and non-patient areas and waste handling.

Responsibilities include floor buffing/polishing, trash disposal, waste transport, equipment maintenance, and occasional training of staff.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment used to clean surfaces.
• Understanding of safety hazards and necessary safety precautions.

Responsibilities

• Buffs, polishes and strips floors using heavy equipment.
• Empty trash, linen, and garbage containers; handle hazardous waste per regulations.
• Transports and manages trash, recycling, medical waste, and linens.
• Performs routine maintenance of cleaning equipment per manufacturer specs.
• Cleans windows, glass partitions, and mirrors with cleaners and squeegees.
• Assists in training other employees.

Skills

Floor care equipment

Safety procedures

English communication

Cleaning protocols

Education

No High School Diploma or GED

Job description

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Floor Technician I to join our team! We're with you for life's journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn't just something we believe in-it's something we live every day, for life's journey.

Our Values

Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency

Department

Environmental Services

Job Summary

The Floor Technician, under immediate supervision, cleans and maintains floors, carpets and hard surfaces in facilities throughout the hospital/clinics as directed by supervisor. The general responsibilities of the position include those listed below, but may differ among locations, depending on business necessities and industry requirements. The Floor Technician may also perform specific interior and exterior housekeeping cleaning duties to maintain a clean and aseptic environment including patient area cleaner, non-patient area cleaner, trash technician, special care unit cleaner, and/or others.

Essential Functions :

• Buffs, polishes and strips floors using heavy equipment at a health care facility, office building, or similar building. Cleans and buffs hard surfaces. Sweeps, mops, scrubs, polishes floors and vacuums hallways, stairs and office space, etc. May perform advanced cleaning procedures for carpeted floor and carpet care. May clean furniture. Follows procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and equipment, in order to prevent damage to finishes and fixtures. (30%)
• May empty trash, linen, and garbage containers. May handle hazardous waste in accordance with government regulations, policies and procedures. (15%)
• Transports and appropriately handles trash, recycling, medical waste, linen, and other items to each designated area and maintains waste areas within regulatory standards. (15%)
• Performs routine operational maintenance of equipment per manufacturer specifications (10%)
• Cleans windows, glass partitions, and mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, and squeegees. May wash walls. (10%)
• Mixes water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications (10%)
• May assist in training other employees (10%)

Education :

• No High School Diploma and/or No GED Required

Work Experience :

• 4-6 years 5 years of custodian experience in Health Care Required or
• 4-6 years 5 years of experience at Denver Health with passing competencies Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

• Knowledge of the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job. Knowledge of safety hazards and necessary safety precautions sufficient to be able to establish a safety work environment. Knowledge of chemicals and equipment used to clean surface areas sufficient to be able to maintain a clean and orderly work area. Knowledge of proper cleaning methods.
• Knowledge of and/or ability to learn occasional hazards and safety precautions. Skill in understanding and following oral, illustrated, written or demonstrated instructions. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to work within Health Department standards.
• Command of English strongly preferred. Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.

Shift

Days (United States of America)

Work Type

Regular

Salary

$21.00 - $24.12 / hr

Benefits

At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future - with generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development - while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you’re joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.

Here is a small list of our benefit programs:

• Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
• 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
• Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
• Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
• Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
• Tuition reimbursement & assistance
• Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF