Floor Care Tech

Covenant Living Communities and Services•Mercer Island, WA

1d•$18 - $22

About The Position

We Are Inspired to Serve. Join us! Part of a nation wide family of Continuing Care Retirement Communities, Covenant Living is seeking a Floor and Custodial Technician to provide campus services in areas of floor technician services, general custodial cleaning of the building, and minor maintenance requests throughout the facility in order to meet the needs of residents and employees, and to help assure that facilities are in good condition. Perform general building / facility custodial and cleaning functions: Following the established schedule, perform cleaning tasks in assigned areas inside and outside, in accordance with department standards. Assist in cleaning emergency clean-ups, that are observed or reported. Perform project cleaning as assigned, including, but not limited to; walls, ceilings, vents, light fixtures, windows, etc. Deep clean rooms/units as needed at times of transfer/discharges in accordance with department standards. Floor Cleaning and Maintenance: Maintain all floors as appropriate, including sweeping, dry and wet mopping, stripping, scrubbing, waxing, vacuuming, extraction, hosting, and buffing as scheduled or assigned. Utilize specialized equipment, as needed, to ensure floors are maintained in excellent and safe condition. Minor Maintenance: Move furniture as needed. Remove trash and/or recyclables from collection points, public areas, and outside entrance areas, and transport to dumpster/trash pick-up areas. Replace trash liners as needed. Maintain cleaning equipment and repair, or report need of repair, as appropriate. Observe and report the need for repairs to facilities, furniture, fixtures, etc. Complete minor maintenance including light bulbs, plunge toilets and change batteries as needed. Linen/Guest Rooms: Participate in campus linen program, including distributing, collecting, counting and preparing for pick-up as well as handling the in-coming linen. Gather dry cleaning, bring to designated location, including cubicle curtains. Participate in making beds in guest rooms or residences as needed. Inventory Control: Participate in receiving campus supplies, deliveries and putting away as needed. Ensuring all areas requiring supplies are fully stocked on a daily basis.

Requirements

High school diploma, or equivalent
Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbal and written, with residents and staff.
Dependability and common sense, and the ability to organize daily cleaning schedule to finish each day’s assignment.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work within standard policy and procedures, with limited direct supervision.
This position requires constant mobility, including bending, stooping, climbing, and reaching.
This position requires the routine use of ladders and floor equipment.
This position requires the ability to lift, push, move, and operate specialized equipment, supplies, etc. not normally exceeding 100 lbs.
The ability to carry/transport weights, not normally exceeding 50 lbs.
This position will experience exposure to weather, temperature changes, fumes, etc.
There is some risk of exposure to hazardous materials and cleaning chemicals.

Nice To Haves

Housekeeping and/or general maintenance experience preferred.
Experience working with a variety of floors and surfaces, for cleaning and safety.
An interest in and desire to work with older adults is desired.

Responsibilities

Perform cleaning tasks in assigned areas inside and outside, in accordance with department standards.
Assist in cleaning emergency clean-ups, that are observed or reported.
Perform project cleaning as assigned, including, but not limited to; walls, ceilings, vents, light fixtures, windows, etc.
Deep clean rooms/units as needed at times of transfer/discharges in accordance with department standards.
Maintain all floors as appropriate, including sweeping, dry and wet mopping, stripping, scrubbing, waxing, vacuuming, extraction, hosting, and buffing as scheduled or assigned.
Utilize specialized equipment, as needed, to ensure floors are maintained in excellent and safe condition.
Move furniture as needed.
Remove trash and/or recyclables from collection points, public areas, and outside entrance areas, and transport to dumpster/trash pick-up areas.
Replace trash liners as needed.
Maintain cleaning equipment and repair, or report need of repair, as appropriate.
Observe and report the need for repairs to facilities, furniture, fixtures, etc.
Complete minor maintenance including light bulbs, plunge toilets and change batteries as needed.
Participate in campus linen program, including distributing, collecting, counting and preparing for pick-up as well as handling the in-coming linen.
Gather dry cleaning, bring to designated location, including cubicle curtains.
Participate in making beds in guest rooms or residences as needed.
Participate in receiving campus supplies, deliveries and putting away as needed.
Ensuring all areas requiring supplies are fully stocked on a daily basis.