Floor Technician

TOUCHETTE • Cahokia, IL

1d • $17 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the maintenance of all floor areas, and for sustaining high standards of cleanliness and sanitation. This role involves maintaining a neat and clean environment conducive to quality patient care and guest relations at Touchette Regional Hospital. The position requires some exposure to Blood-borne Pathogens and the ability to make decisions independently. The Floor Technician will participate in monthly department meetings, in-services, and training programs, while supporting the hospital's philosophy, mission objectives, and personnel policies. All associates will learn and apply the principles of regular discharges with a 45-minute turnaround and terminal and OR cleaning with a 55-minute turnaround.

Requirements

• Knowledge on how to read MSDS SHEETS.
• Knowledge of Floor Care Techniques required.
• Must be able to stand 4 to 8 hours.
• Must be able to transport heavy linen carts.
• Must have the ability to lift, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Must have the ability to use all Floor Care Equipment.
• Must be able to stand extreme temperatures.
• Medium work; exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, or greater than negligible up to10 pounds consistently to move object.
• Required to stand; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for light work.
• Mentally able to understand and carry out oral and written commonsense instructions.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• 2 years of job related experience in floor care techniques preferred.
• Two years of Housekeeping Experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a neat and clean environment which is conducive to quality patient care and guest relations for Touchette Regional Hospital.
• Strips and waxes all floors in accordance with master floor care plan.
• Shampoos and maintains all facility carpets and upholstery.
• Shampoo and spot clean upholstery as needed.
• Learn and apply the principles of regular discharges with a 45 30-minute turnaround from start to finish.
• Learn and apply the principles of terminal and OR cleaning with a 55 min turnaround from start to finish.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED