Oregon Health & Science University
Floor Care Technician
Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
Floor Care Technician
Location: Portland, Oregon, USA
Department Overview The purpose of the position is to maintain carpets and hard-surface floors; reduce the risk of healthcare-associated infections by cleaning, sanitizing, and the clinical environment; and perform general cleaning in OHSU-operated facilities. Environmental Services Technician positions are represented by the AFSCME union.
We are hiring for multiple positions. The schedules will be determined at time of interview.
Function/Duties of Position Floor Care and High-Level Vacuuming
Maintains carpets by vacuuming, spot cleaning, and performing light and heavy carpet extraction; maintains hard-surface floors by sweeping, spot mopping, mopping, stripping, waxing, buffing and refurbishing; uses chemical cleaners, strippers, and waxes; performs high-level vacuuming of vents, ceilings, fixtures, and ledges.
Cleaning and Sanitizing
Cleans and sanitizes all surfaces and floors in patient rooms, clinical areas, support space, public areas, office space, and restrooms to include mopping, sweeping, vaccuuming, spot cleaning carpets, dust moping, wet mopping, damp wiping, high dusting; cleans and sanitizes equipment, including beds, stretchers, and bassinets; uses chemical cleaners and disinfectants.
Waste Removal
Collects trash, linen, and trash carts; empties and cleans trash bins; operates trash compactor and waste sterilization equipment.
Equipment & Furniture Cleaning
Makes beds, cribs, and stretchers; moves beds, furniture, and other equipment for cleaning; operates EVS cleaning equipment.
Supplies and Restocking
Stocks EVS closets and carts; replenishes dispensers (soap, paper towels, toilet paper, alcohol based hand sanitizer, disposable seat covers).
Customer Service & Patient Experience
Responds to patient requests in a customer-focused and timely manner; effectively utilizes I CARE and other patient experience tools for patient experience.
Required Qualifications
Some Healthcare, janitorial, custodial experience.
Must demonstrate a stable work history.
Must be able to read, write, speak & communicate in the English language.
Must be able to read and understand procedures and instructions for proper chemical uses to safely perform tasks and projects.
Must demonstrate consistent and punctual attendance.
Must be able to work in teams.
Must be able to competently use cleaning solutions and equipment.
Busy environment with a lot of interruptions, multiple demands and people interactions.
Must demonstrate regular attendance by coming to work on scheduled working days.
Must be able to work independently and get along with all staff, visitors and patients.
Requires a high level of physical activity.
Must be reasonable strong and agile, able to bend, stoop, climb, walk and do lifting up to 35 lbs.
Must be able to work at a rapid pace. A great deal of the day is spent of your feet.
Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation.
Preferred Qualifications
6 months of employment experience in custodial, housekeeping or environmental services Healthcare experience
HS diploma/GED
Benefits
Two raises per year – One at anniversary date and one across the board annual increase
Healthcare Options - Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents, and $25K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee
Two separate above market pension plans to choose from
Vacation- up to 200 hours per year depending on length of service
Sick Leave- up to 96 hours per year
8 paid holidays per year
Substantial Tri-met and C-Tran discounts
Additional Programs including: Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Department Overview The purpose of the position is to maintain carpets and hard-surface floors; reduce the risk of healthcare-associated infections by cleaning, sanitizing, and the clinical environment; and perform general cleaning in OHSU-operated facilities. Environmental Services Technician positions are represented by the AFSCME union.
We are hiring for multiple positions. The schedules will be determined at time of interview.
Function/Duties of Position Floor Care and High-Level Vacuuming
Maintains carpets by vacuuming, spot cleaning, and performing light and heavy carpet extraction; maintains hard-surface floors by sweeping, spot mopping, mopping, stripping, waxing, buffing and refurbishing; uses chemical cleaners, strippers, and waxes; performs high-level vacuuming of vents, ceilings, fixtures, and ledges.
Cleaning and Sanitizing
Cleans and sanitizes all surfaces and floors in patient rooms, clinical areas, support space, public areas, office space, and restrooms to include mopping, sweeping, vaccuuming, spot cleaning carpets, dust moping, wet mopping, damp wiping, high dusting; cleans and sanitizes equipment, including beds, stretchers, and bassinets; uses chemical cleaners and disinfectants.
Waste Removal
Collects trash, linen, and trash carts; empties and cleans trash bins; operates trash compactor and waste sterilization equipment.
Equipment & Furniture Cleaning
Makes beds, cribs, and stretchers; moves beds, furniture, and other equipment for cleaning; operates EVS cleaning equipment.
Supplies and Restocking
Stocks EVS closets and carts; replenishes dispensers (soap, paper towels, toilet paper, alcohol based hand sanitizer, disposable seat covers).
Customer Service & Patient Experience
Responds to patient requests in a customer-focused and timely manner; effectively utilizes I CARE and other patient experience tools for patient experience.
Required Qualifications
Some Healthcare, janitorial, custodial experience.
Must demonstrate a stable work history.
Must be able to read, write, speak & communicate in the English language.
Must be able to read and understand procedures and instructions for proper chemical uses to safely perform tasks and projects.
Must demonstrate consistent and punctual attendance.
Must be able to work in teams.
Must be able to competently use cleaning solutions and equipment.
Busy environment with a lot of interruptions, multiple demands and people interactions.
Must demonstrate regular attendance by coming to work on scheduled working days.
Must be able to work independently and get along with all staff, visitors and patients.
Requires a high level of physical activity.
Must be reasonable strong and agile, able to bend, stoop, climb, walk and do lifting up to 35 lbs.
Must be able to work at a rapid pace. A great deal of the day is spent of your feet.
Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation.
Preferred Qualifications
6 months of employment experience in custodial, housekeeping or environmental services Healthcare experience
HS diploma/GED
Benefits
Two raises per year – One at anniversary date and one across the board annual increase
Healthcare Options - Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents, and $25K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee
Two separate above market pension plans to choose from
Vacation- up to 200 hours per year depending on length of service
Sick Leave- up to 96 hours per year
8 paid holidays per year
Substantial Tri-met and C-Tran discounts
Additional Programs including: Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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