FLOOR TECHNICIAN I

H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the healthcare sector is seeking a Floor Maintenance Technician to ensure cleanliness and upkeep of floors and common areas in their facilities. The ideal candidate will have experience in environmental services and a commitment to customer satisfaction. Responsibilities include operating cleaning equipment and following safety protocols while adhering to high standards of hygiene in clinical and non-clinical spaces.

Qualifications

• 6 months experience in healthcare, environmental services, customer service, or hospitality.
• 6 months floor tech experience.
• Ability to follow oral/written instruction and communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for cleaning and maintaining various floor types (carpet, tile, VCT, laminate).
• Disinfects high-touch surfaces and cleans clinical and common areas adequately.
• Handles and disposes of medical waste according to safety procedures.

Skills

Customer Service

Attention to detail

Cleaning Procedures

Education

High school Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

• Under the direction of an Environmental Services Supervisor the Floor Maintenance Technician is responsible for cleaning and maintaining all floor types (carpet, tile, VCT, laminate, etc.) which involves dust mopping, auto scrubbing, burnishing and buffing.
• This position performs a variety of duties that support the department in maintaining a clean environment for patients and staff.

The Ideal Candidate

• Supports co-workers by maintaining attendance requirements.
• Demonstrates willingness to adapt to changing individual and institutional roles, needs, and environment.
• Is dedicated to superior customer service and satisfaction.
• Consistently provides quality products / services.
• Maintains awareness and follows safety policies and procedures applicable to assigned duties.

Responsibilities :

Hard surface floor maintenance : dust / damp mopping, scrubbing, buffing, waxing, etc.

Operating machines : auto- scrubbers, battery-powered burnishers, corded buffers, side by side scrubbers, extractors, wet vacuums

• High touch surface disinfection and cleaning

Properly clean and disinfect all types of areas including clinical inpatient / outpatient (patient rooms, exam rooms,

nurse stations, etc.), support / common areas, offices, labs, conference rooms, elevators, stairwells, corridors, external grounds, etc.

Handle and dispose of medical waste and sharps observing all required precautions, including properly tying and labeling bags

Use proper chemicals, tools, and equipment for each situation

Clean spills containing blood or other potentially infectious material using established infection control, safety, and ES departmental procedures

Occasionally may have to travel to off-site locations

Complete other duties as assigned

• Policies and Procedures

Follow departmental and other regulatory standards regarding all cleaning policies and procedures (using proper

disinfectants, labeling chemical bottles, keeping an organized cart, etc)

Perform all essential functions following established safety and infection control requirements (perform hand hygiene, wear PPE, etc.)

Follow instructions and guidelines set forth by Environmental Services management

• Training and Competencies

Demonstrate competency by completing required departmental education and training

• Communication

Represent the Environmental Services department positively and professionally at all times

Maintain positive relationships and good communication with patients, visitors, staff members, and those within the Environmental Services department

Report all facilities / maintenance issues to Supervisor

Credentials and Qualifications :

• High school Diploma or Equivalent required
• 6 months experience in the following : healthcare, environmental services, customer service, or hospitality
• 6 months floor tech experience
• Please note, an additional 6 months healthcare / hospitality / customer service experience may be considered on top of the 6 months experience required for a total of 12 months may be considered in lieu of a HS Diploma or GED

OR Completion of a healthcare environmental services training from MacDonald Training Center may also be considered in lieu of both the six( 6) months of experience and HS diploma / GED

• Ability to follow oral / written instruction and communicate effectively (speaking and reading) in English.