Floor Care Tech - OLG University

Ochsner Health • Lafayette, LA

6d

About The Position

Under the direction of the Environmental Services Supervisor and as a member of a work team, the Floor Care Tech performs project cleaning and support activities in patient, clinical, public, and administrative areas. The role maintains VCT and carpet floors according to Environmental Services standards, and keeps Environmental Services closets and equipment clean, aseptic, and orderly. The employee is expected to use effective judgment, work collaboratively on cleaning projects, and take responsibility for attendance, punctuality, and personal appearance.

The position requires experience operating Environmental Services equipment, including an automatic scrubber, battery burnisher, electrical burnisher, All Purpose Matador, and carpet extractor. The employee must have basic knowledge of VCT and carpet floor care, housekeeping, cleaning, and cleaning supplies and equipment. Work takes place in a healthcare setting, where occupational exposure to hazardous medications or waste may occur depending on assigned duties. The role is classified as Medium Work, with the physical demands described below. Other related duties may be assigned, and the job description may be amended.

Requirements

• Experience operating Environmental Services equipment, including an automatic scrubber, battery burnisher, electrical burnisher, All Purpose Matador, and carpet extractor.
• Basic knowledge of VCT floor care and carpet floor care.
• Ability to read, write, and speak or understand verbal communication in English to follow instructions and perform daily tasks.
• Basic knowledge of housekeeping, cleaning, and cleaning equipment and supplies.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule when needed.
• Ability to listen, take direction, and complete job tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of Medium Work: exert 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Healthcare or hotel experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain VCT floors and carpet floors according to Environmental Services standards.
• Keep Environmental Services closets and equipment clean, aseptic, and orderly.
• Assist with cleaning projects and work as part of a team.
• Exercise effective judgment and decision-making.
• Take responsibility for attendance, punctuality, and personal appearance.
• Remain knowledgeable about applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, and ensure compliance.
• Report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient or employee safety, privacy, or other compliance concerns.
• Perform other related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

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