Custodian- Full Time

Meadville Medical Center•Meadville, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for keeping assigned areas clean, sanitary by scouring, scrubbing, mopping, polishing, using germicidal disinfectants and damp dusting. Performs other duties as listed in Essential Duties and Responsibilities. Keeps work station neat and clean. Uses specialized equipment as required.

Requirements

Tenth grade education or equivalent.
Must be able to read and write and follow written and oral directions.
Must be able to communicate clearly with other members of the healthcare team, customers, and guests.
Requires judgment and alertness.
The ability to organize time, prioritize, and concentrate.
Must have experience using computers and computer software programs.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma/GED preferred.
Previous healthcare and / or institutional Environmental Service experience preferred.
Prior experience with specialized floor cleaning equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

Completes assignments and duties and is responsible for cleanliness and aseptic conditions of assigned areas.
Operates floor machines to perform the following floor projects: clean and buff floors, strip and wax floors and carpet maintenance – vacuuming – shampooing.
Demonstrates the ability to set appropriate work priorities.
Proper use of all equipment and materials used in daily assignments.
Capable of removing and cleaning vents, light shades, and windows.
Uses correct dilution of all chemicals/cleaning products.
Perform cycle cleaning projects or extra cleaning such as wall washing, window washing, change cubicles or window curtains, floor care, etc.
Completes work orders for any areas needing repairs as seen during your day to day activities.
Completes paperwork as required.
Inventories and orders supplies.
Answers calls as needed.
Makes decisions in emergency situations.
Trains new staff as needed.
Uses laundry equipment to properly wash rags, mops, cubicles, etc.
Will be assigned to interchange with staff and positions as posted on schedule.
Scheduling is determined by cleaning of facilities or the need to cover positions.
Complete quality control check sheets as assigned.
Collects soiled linen or distribute clean linen, as needed, and is required to handle properly.
Cleans discharge / transfer units properly.
Enters preceptor code in badge reader system.
0ther duties as assigned.