What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodian position at Harris Health Center?
Custodian/Housekeeper
Full Time and Part Time positions available
Overview:
This position must provide a clean, sanitary, comfortable, orderly and satisfying surroundings for the residents, employees, and public.
Physical Requirements:
This position demands good physical and mental health. The housekeeper will be required to lift, carry, walk, sit, push, pull and work a flexible schedule, must be able to move continuously during work hours and able to lift and/or carry 50 pounds.
Duties:
- Operates various mechanized cleaning equipment, such as vacuums, polishers, buffers, etc. Maintain facility in a sanitary and infection-free condition through washing, cleaning and replacement of equipment and furnishings.
- Requires working in damp, dusty and dirty areas.
- Responsible for disposal of trash, waste, and other disposable materials.
- Must handle various cleaning solvents, chemicals, etc. Must comply with all regulations.
- Will receive work schedule for tasks.
- Damp dust furniture, light fixtures, window sills, etc.
- Empty trash containers daily.
- Wet mop floors in all residents' rooms and bathrooms daily. Damp mop all corridor floors, lobby, dining areas, and others daily.
- Clean wash basins, mirrors, commodes, tubs, and showers daily.
- Check all vacant rooms daily to keep fresh.
- Clean all air vents according to schedule.
- Report any needed repairs immediately to supervisor.
- Wash windows as scheduled.
- Use safety precautions.
Qualified Applicants Must Possess:
- A clear BCI is required from the RI Attorney General's office
- 1 Year experience in healthcare facility preferred
- Experience in maintenance preferred
- All vaccinations as required per Department of Health guidelines
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Physical Setting:
- Nursing home
Experience:
- long term care: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person