Floor Finisher

About the role

Cleans various soft and hard-surface floors using electric and battery-powered equipment.

Maintains high standards of detail, cleanliness, sanitation, and freedom from hazards and infection control issues.

Complies with established personal protective equipment requirements necessary for protection against exposure to blood and other potentially infectious fluids, chemical disinfecting, radiation, asbestos, and other hazardous substances.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform basic tasks related to own area (e.g., various cleaning tasks, movement of equipment and furniture, and floor care maintenance), under direct supervision.
• Perform basic tasks related to the movement of biohazardous waste for proper waste disposal and regular trash movement and removal to designated waste receptacles.
• Afford assistance in maintaining in good condition any personal protective equipment deemed appropriate for use through job hazard assessments.
• Provide support in maintaining standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and freedom from hazards and infections.
• Complete proper hard surface floor refinishing with meticulous attention to detail and consistency.
• Complete proper carpet cleaning and maintenance with meticulous attention to detail and consistency.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of the department and institution.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Consistently meet job expectations, adhere to policies, and deliver quality work while applying St. Jude values and principles.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED preferred.
• Experience in environmental services preferred.
• Understanding of environmental regulations, laws, and standards preferred.
• Basic knowledge of biohazardous and/or hazardous waste management preferred.
• Hard Surface and Carpet Care experience preferred.

Skills

• Understands basic safety rules but needs reminders to follow them.
• Recognizes obvious hazards but may overlook less obvious risks.
• Relies on supervision to ensure safe practices.
• Open to any change or new idea presented.
• Shows eagerness to learn from different avenues.
• Addresses needs/problems in a logical manner, using defined approaches.
• Tries to remain calm but may need support to manage stress in difficult moments.
• Demonstrates effective coping mechanisms; Seeks help when needed.
• Aware of basic safety guidelines but requires close supervision.
• Understands different types of waste; Can manage proper disposal, with some guidance.
• Follows instructions on protective equipment use.
• Manages own time well to plan work and meet daily task needs.
• Executes routine tasks under guidance and/or supervision.
• Shows attention to detail, produces quality work on time.
• Has clear, concise communication in both verbal and written communication.
• Listens to requests, confirms understanding of routine needs, and provides accurate answers.
• Shares information within team as directed.
• Uses available tools and resources to solve routine problems as per processes; Seeks guidance, if needed, for quick resolution.
• Demonstrates promptness in seeking supervision to respond to complex queries.
• Understands the importance of teamwork and comes to work with a positive attitude.
• Works best with clear instructions and defined roles; Participates in team activities when directed.
• Open to feedback and learning from others.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, highly corrosive toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, risk of radiation, and vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.