Building/Grounds Custodian Supervisor

enmasseMEDIA•Marrero, LA

About The Position

Reporting to the PHC Facility Manager, the Building/Grounds Custodian is responsible for providing the cleaning and upkeep of PHC buildings and outdoor area. Maintaining a safe and sanitary environment for building tenants, patients, staff and visitors in conformity with OSHA health and sanitary codes. Working alongside a multidisciplinary team that delivers high quality service performed in alignment PHC values and procedures. Ensures that building facilities are secure by locking doors and verifying alarm system is set. Custodian must be flexible and willing to complete all tasks that are assigned. May function as team leader on specific assignments or activities involving team members of the same job classification. The challenges encountered in this position include working around building tenants, patients, visitors and staff without causing disruptions and working in clinical areas that require specialized cleaning needs, spill hazards assessments and determination if spills are medical, infectious or a routine spill and then use the appropriate procedure to follow in disposing of the spill.

Requirements

Must have the ability to work effectively with persons of all socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds.
Ability to schedule work production to meet timelines with attention to detail.
Adheres to dress code; appearance is neat and clean.
Complete annual education requirements.
Communicate appropriately and clearly with all staff.
Maintain regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) regulations.
Maintain and ensure patient confidentiality at all times.
Report to work on time and as scheduled
Wear identification while on duty
Maintain a good rapport and cooperative working relationship with all staff
Represent organization in a positive and professional manner
Comply with all organizational policies
High school Diploma or GED required.
Two (2) years of hospital/clinic janitorial or maintenance experienced required
At least one (1) year experience that evidences a working knowledge of commercial cleaning equipment and industrial cleaning processes.
Must be flexible to work all shifts, may be required to work overtime on occasion when the department is short of staff or in the event of an emergency.
Sound knowledge of health, safety and environmental regulations
Support current organizational initiatives and exhibits creativity and flexibility in times of change
Promotes, models, mentors and leads customer service excellence
Excellent verbal and communication skills.
Knowledgeable of JCAHO, federal and state standards/regulations
Maintains paperwork required by CEO and other regulators
Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
Must be able to read and interpret written instructions and work orders
Ability to read, writes, speak and comprehend written documents fluently.
All candidates will be required to submit a criminal background check as a part of pre-employment.
Basic Life Support card or obtain one within one month of hire.
Position requires travel to various clinic locations
Must be able to be on your feet for 12 hours per shift if needed.
Must meet and adhere to all safety guidelines and regulations set forth by PHC.
Must be able to work in difficult positions, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, reach, climb and work off a ladder or reach and/or lift above shoulder level.
Able to walk several flights of stairs
Good visual acuity for reading instructions and equipment nameplate information.
Must be physically capable of working long hours in emergencies.
Will be required to work both inside and outside of buildings during inclement weather.
Must be capable of operating basic hand tools and meters.
Sit, walk, and stand continuously.
Lift/carry up to 70lbs frequently.
Use dominate hand coordination for simple grasping, pushing/pulling, and fine manipulation.
May be exposed to extreme temperatures, dust, dampness, height, and moving machinery.
Required to use personal protective equipment necessary to maintain personal safety as task dictates or as CEO/CFO or designee instructs.

Nice To Haves

Two (2) Supervisory experience preferred
Bilingual in Spanish is preferred.

Responsibilities

Sweep, clean, mop, scrub and dust building floors.
Removing trash frequently throughout the day
Sterilize all building and PHC restroom areas, replenish soap and paper dispensers, clean mirrors, sinks, walls, and toilet areas
Dust and cleaning all common areas, including walls (high and low)
Cleans hallways, stairways, offices, food preparation or break areas
Removing small and large debris
Assist with tenant "turnovers" of vacated units
Assisting with pest control measures
Clean and vacuum furniture, fixtures doors and related furnishings by using appropriate cleaning supplies
Operate and maintain electric floor machines, industrial vacuums, carpet shampooing equipment and upholstery shampooing equipment
Clean, refinish (wax) and maintain a variety of floor coverings
Clean/Sanitize exam rooms and waiting areas
Transports custodial supplies and equipment to and from storage and work areas.
Replaces sharps containers, transports trash and organize storage closets.
Ensure compliance with health and safety standards and industry codes
Develop and train any additional custodial staff
Possess ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments.
Respond timely and courteously to problems and requests of tenants
Carry out frequent inspection around the tenant spaces and the property itself to ensure tenants comply with agreed upkeep of the property.
Keep building entry ways dry and free of debris
Participate in and support PHC safety programs and notify management if safety and sanitation standards are not being met
Responsible for set up and disassembly of equipment and conference rooms for meetings and facility operations
Hang pictures, change light bulbs, replace ceiling tiles and other light maintenance duties as required
Complete additional duties as assigned
Creates work schedules to ensure proper shift/emergency coverage.
Makes recommendations to CEO/Human Resources regarding hiring, terminating, disciplinary action and promotion within the Department.
Empowers employees and establishes clear expectations of employees' standards of performance.
Applies appropriate developmental tools to assist employees in individual and professional growth.
Develops and implements effective departmental training of staff.
Responsible for conducting performance evaluations in a timely manner.
Performs other duties as required by the CEO/CFO or designee
Conduct and document regular facility safety equipment audit
Watch for safety hazard
Know agency emergency procedures and where all emergency shut-offs are located.