POSITION:

The Janitor is responsible to assist the Housekeeping Supervisor to maintain the facility’s physical environment including floors, walls, windows and related housekeeping areas in a clean and sanitary condition.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Education:High School graduate or equivalent preferred
• License:None Required
• Work Experience:Janitorial experience in a long term care facility or in an institutional setting preferred

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Vacuum and clean carpets in accordance with established procedure and schedule
• Dust, mop, wax and polish floors in accordance with established procedures and routine and deep cleaning schedules
• Wash windows on a routine schedule
• Clean lighting fixtures on a routine basis
• Clean wheelchairs, shower chairs, barrels and other equipment in accordance with the established schedule
• Empty and reline waste containers, and properly dispose of contents
• Keep dumpster area clean and lids closed daily
• Keep all entrances to the building clean daily
• Clean janitor closets and buckets on a routine schedule
• Keep janitor closet and cleaning chemicals secured
• Promptly report any needed repairs to the Housekeeping Supervisor
• Practice infection control policies and procedures of the department and facility
• Practice safety policies and procedures of the department and facility
• Be courteous, considerate and cooperative when communicating with all facility personnel, residents and public
• Respond appropriately to emergencies and disaster situations
• Attend in-service education and staff meetings as required

JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Demonstrate knowledge of, and respect for, the rights, dignity and individuality of each resident in all interactions
• Appreciates the importance of maintaining confidentiality of resident and facility information
• Demonstrate honesty and integrity at all times in the care and use of resident and facility property
• Must be neat and clean and well groomed appearance
• Ability to read, speak and understand English, follow directions and complete the assigned responsibilities of the department
• Dependability
• Other duties as assigned