Custodian II

Denver Health and Hospital Authority • Denver, CO

38d • $20 - $26

About The Position

We are recruiting for a motivated Custodian II to join our team! We are here for life’s journey. Where is your life journey taking you? Being the heartbeat of Denver means our heart reflects something bigger than ourselves, something that connects us all: Humanity in action, Triumph in hardship, Transformation in health. Department Denver CARES - Detox Job Summary The Custodian II, under immediate supervision, provides cleaning, bed linen change out, floor care, moving, grounds and project services as directed by supervisor. May also perform specific interior and exterior Medical Housekeeping cleaning duties to maintain a clean and aseptic environment throughout the hospital/clinics. The individual may be assigned to any one of several positions to include: patient area cleaner, non-patient area cleaner, trash technician, special care unit cleaner, and/or others. Provides training and oversees the work of Custodian I workers.

Requirements

• No High School Diploma and/or No GED
• 4-6 years 5 years of custodian experience in Health Care Required or 4-6 years 5 years of experience at Denver Health while passing competencies
• 1-3 years 1 year of experience training others Required
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the work of and trains the Custodian I workers (10%)
• Gathers and empties trash and linen. (10%)
• Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming them. Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and equipment, in order to prevent damage to finishes and fixtures. (10%)
• Uses floor care equipment to strip, seal, finish, and polish floors. Also uses floor care equipment to clean carpet and upholstery. Equipment includes buffers, scrubbers, burnishers, extractors and other related equipment. (10%)
• Transports and appropriately handles trash, recycling, medical waste, linen, and other items to each designated area and maintains waste areas within regulatory standards. (15%)
• Cleans windows, glass partitions, and mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, and squeegees (15%)
• Mixes water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications (15%)
• Change bed linens (15%)

Benefits

• Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans
• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
• On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes
• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
• Tuition reimbursement & assistance
• Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching
• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed