Floor Care Technician at Oregon Health & Science University

Portland, Oregon, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Carpet Maintenance, Floor Stripping, Floor Waxing, Buffing, Refurbishing, High-Level Vacuuming, Cleaning, Sanitizing, Disinfecting, Waste Removal, Equipment Operation, Restocking Supplies, Customer Service, Teamwork, Physical Stamina, Chemical Handling

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Department Overview ***Internal employees are eligible for a $500 referral bonus, please see internal O2 for details*** The purpose of the position is to maintain carpets and hard-surface floors; reduce the risk of healthcare associated infections by cleaning, sanitizing, and the clinical environment; and perform general cleaning in OHSU-operated facilities. Environmental Services Technician positions are represented by the AFSCME union. We are hiring for multiple positions. The schedules will be determined at time of interview Function/Duties of Position Floor Care and High-Level Vacuuming: Maintains carpets by vacuuming, spot cleaning, and performing light and heavy carpet extraction; maintains hard-surface floors by sweeping, spot mopping, mopping, stripping, waxing, buffing and refurbishing; uses chemical cleaners, strippers, and waxes; performs high-level vacuuming of vents, ceilings, fixtures, and ledges. Cleaning and Sanitizing: Cleans and sanitizes all surfaces and floors in patient rooms, clinical areas, support space, public areas, office space, and restrooms to include mopping, sweeping, vaccuuming, spot cleaning carpets, dust moping, wet mopping, damp wiping, high dusting; cleans and sanitizes equipment, including beds, stretchers, and bassinets; uses chemical cleaners and disinfectants. Waste Removal: Collects trash, linen, and trash carts; empties and cleans trash bins; empties and cleans trash bins; operates trash compactor and waste sterilization equipment. Equipment & Furniture Cleaning: Makes beds, cribs, and stretchers; moves beds, furniture, and other equipment for cleaning; operates EVS cleaning equipment. Supplies and Restocking: Stocks EVS closets and carts; replenishes dispensers (soap, paper towels, toilet paper, alcohol based hand sanitizer, disposable seat covers). Customer Service & Patient Experience: Responds to patient requests in a customer-focused and timely manner; effectively utilizes I CARE and other patient experience tools for patient experience Required Qualifications Some Healthcare, janitorial, custodial experience. Must demonstrate a stable work history. Must be able to read, write, speak & communicate in the English language. Must be able to read and understand procedures and instructions for proper chemical uses to safely perform tasks and projects. Must demonstrate consistent and punctual attendance. Must be able to work in teams. Must be able to competently use cleaning solutions and equipment. Busy environment with a lot of interruptions, multiple demands and people interactions. Must demonstrate regular attendance by coming to work on scheduled working days. Must be able to work independently and get along with all staff, visitors and patients. Requires a high level of physical activity. Must be reasonable strong and agile, able to bend, stoop, climb, walk and do lifting up to 35 lbs. Must be able to work at a rapid pace. A great deal of the day is spent of your feet. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation. Preferred Qualifications 6 months of employment experience in custodial, housekeeping or environmental services Healthcare experience HS diploma/GED Additional Details Benefits: Two raises per year – One at anniversary date and one across the board annual increase Healthcare Options - Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents, and $25K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee Two separate above market pension plans to choose from Vacation- up to 200 hours per year depending on length of service Sick Leave- up to 96 hours per year 8 paid holidays per year Substantial Tri-met and C-Tran discounts Additional Programs including: Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Responsibilities

The primary duties involve maintaining carpets and hard-surface floors through various cleaning and extraction methods, and ensuring the clinical environment is cleaned and sanitized to reduce infection risks. Responsibilities also include waste removal, equipment cleaning, supply restocking, and responding to patient requests in a customer-focused manner.