Job Description

NMC is currently recruiting a Custodian, in Environmental Services, for day/evening shift. The position is full-time (80 hours bi-weekly), generally 3:00p-11:30p including every other weekend. Northwestern Medical Center's mission is to provide exceptional health care to our community. Join our high reliability team! With "people" as one of our core values, valuing our employees is a top priority for Northwestern. We care about our employees, their families, and their overall health & well-being. We are proud to offer a generous benefits package, with recognized national carriers, designed to help our people stay healthy, balance work & life responsibilities, protect your assets & plan for a secure financial future.



Pay range: $18.00 - $25.59

CUSTODIAN

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for: light plumbing, changing light bulbs, room climate maintenance, transportation of bio-hazardous materials, snow/ice removal scrubbing/stripping/waxing floors, other duties assigned to Environmental Services Technicians

PRE-REQUISITES:

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Experience:

Ability to read, write and understand English required.

Other Skills:

Must possess a valid driver's license with clean driving record and be insurable by NMC's insurance policy.

RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports To:

Manager, Environmental Services

Supervises:

N/A

Other Contacts:

All hospital employees, patients and their families, and the general public

SCOPE:

Machinery or Equipment Used:

Industrial cleaning equipment: vacuum cleaner, mop, broom/dustpan, linen cart, trash barrel on barrel roller, trash compactor, washing machine, case-knife, power cleaning equipment, auto-scrubbers, extractors, burnishers, step ladder, dolly, computer, phone, beeper

Physical Demands:

Energy requirements for frequent mopping, pushing/pulling, lifting, etc. Occasional: kneeling, squatting, overhead reaching and lifting up to 55 lbs. Frequent: reaching, bending, and pushing/pulling, lifting, carrying up to 14 lbs., walking with and without the hospital in all weather, repetitive gripping for extended time (approx. 3.5 hrs.), and constant use of hand

Working Conditions:

Potential for spills of cleaning agents, mop buckets, etc. and potential exposure to blood borne pathogens when cleaning, exposure to extreme temperatures, uneven surfaces, confined spaces, minor vibration, high elevations. Expected to work independently, while subject to interruptions, high patient volume, and ability to adjust for absenteeism

Required Protective Equipment:

Mask, booties, gloves, hairnet, lab coat, face shield, gown and goggles

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Performs cleaning, minor maintenance, handling of waste, disposal and material handling using safe work practices and following policies and procedures for each task



+ Performs tasks in the correct order to maintain the integrity of the environment + Reviews work completed to verify the correct steps have been completed
2. Acts a liaison to Plant and Property Department staff



+ Performs minor maintenance using safe work practices and follows policies and procedures 3. Performs all tasks in a safe manner using safe work practices



+ Wears appropriate PPE for all tasks + Follows directions when mixing chemicals
+ Uses appropriate equipment for the task
+ Uses proper body mechanics
4. Communicates with patients, team members, and management in an accurate and timely manner evidenced by:



+ Requests Plant & Property assistance when appropriate for weather conditions, unresolved maintenance needs and alarms + Talks with and listens to patients/team members
+ Reports pertinent information
+ Protects confidentiality of patient/colleagues
5. Applies leadership skills



+ Interacts with others in professional manner + Manages conflict
+ Delegates and assigns tasks
+ Serves as a resource to Environmental Services team members
+ Provides education and training as requested by manager
6. Demonstrates the unit specific skills requisite for department



+ See unit specific competencies 7. Manages self and resources effectively



+ Acknowledges limits of experience and capability + Identifies learning needs and seeks resources
+ Utilizes equipment and supplies appropriately
+ Seeks out and accepts feedback
+ Requests assistance appropriately
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