Janitor

Job Summary
A Janitor creates a sanitary, safe environment and enhances the appearance of the facility.
Reports to: Director of Housekeeping

Job Requirements
Minimum Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Hazmat Training for proper handling and packaging of regulated medical waste.


Essential Functions
Follows established policies and procedures, objectives, safety standards, and sensitivity to confidential information.
Collects equipment and/or supplies for daily use. Scrubs, strips and polishes floors with floor machines. Spray buffs floor with floor machine.
Shampoos carpets, furniture and mats. Moves equipment and furniture for rearrangement of offices, etc. Moves equipment and furniture for cleaning.
Washes walls, ceilings, floors, windows and furniture, as directed. Keeps utility and storage rooms in clean and orderly condition.
Changes curtains, draperies and shower curtains as assigned. Dusts and damp mops floors in corridors, baseboards, entrances, and other areas as assigned.
Collects trash, removes medical waste and linens from all areas within the hospital and transports to designated areas.
Dusts high vents, cabinets and other areas as assigned.
Returns unused or unsoiled supplies to appropriate areas at end of the day. Keeps carts neat and orderly at all times. Notifies management of equipment needing repair.
Assists in cleaning of emergency spills observed or upon request.
Assists with orientation of new employees and staff development activities for the department.
Maintains confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Support the culture of service excellence throughout the organization.
Actively seek ways to demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement and participate in professional development opportunities.
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.