Environmental Services Floor Technician - Shepherd Center

Shepherd Center, located in Atlanta, Georgia, is a private, not-for-profit hospital specializing in medical treatment, research and rehabilitation for people with spinal cord injury, brain injury, stroke, multiple sclerosis, spine and chronic pain, and other neuromuscular conditions.

Join us in our mission to help people with a temporary or permanent disability, rebuild their lives with hope, independence and dignity, advocating for their full inclusion in all aspects of community life.

At Shepherd Center, you'll discover a diverse and inclusive environment, enlightened leadership, a culture of teamwork, professionalism and mutual respect. If you are seeking career advancement, continuing education opportunities coupled with a welcoming and fun workplace, competitive compensation and employment benefits, visit our careers page to explore current openings.

The Environmental Services Floor Tech, as a member of the team, is responsible maintaining the assigned area in a clean and sanitary condition using proper procedures Recognizes the importance of positive public relations and carries out assigned duties with this in mind. Continually seeks ways to improve the appearance of the Center.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs floor care including bonnet cleaning.
• Extraction carpet cleaning.
• Mopping & scrubbing floors.
• Buffing and waxing floors.
• Disposes of waste properly.
• Collects and distributes linen.
• Sets up rooms for meetings as assigned.
• Practices good public relations at all times.
• Clean and outside areas surrounding the Center.
• Practices proper safety techniques in the performance of the assignment, in accordance with policy /procedures.
• Responsible for reporting of employee/patients/visitor's injuries or accidents, or other safety issues to the supervisor.

REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or equivalent experience.

REQUIRED MINIMUM CERTIFICATION:

• None

REQUIRED MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

• Previous housekeeping experience or other service industry experience

REQUIRED MINIMUM SKILLS:

• Ability to clean patient rooms.
• Basic computer skills
• Basic knowledge of floor care, carpet cleaning & equipment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, family members, visitors and staff in the Center.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• One year of housekeeping experience preferred; preferably in a healthcare setting.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to bend, twist at waist, stoop & repetitive activity.
• Climbing ladders
• Lifting of 25 to 55 lbs.
• Walking and standing 35% to 75% of the time spent in activity.
• Able to push and pull 25 to 50 lbs.
• Reach above shoulder level or overhead occasionally.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Some potential for exposure to blood and body fluids.
• Working with cleaning chemicals.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified.