FLOOR TECHNICIAN

About Us

At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development. Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.

Responsibilities

• Perform overall floor maintenance of hard surface and carpet (stripping, waxing, buffing, shampooing, extraction & bonneting) in offices, patient rooms, classrooms, corridors, lobbies, entrances, stairwells and other public areas (e.g., cafeterias).
• Dust surfaces and floors; empty waste baskets; remove waste and reline baskets.
• Damp wipe and clean all furniture.
• Clean and polish metal and porcelain fixtures in bathrooms.
• Mop and sanitize floors of rooms and offices.
• Spot clean walls and windows.
• Replenish room supplies and perform discharge cleaning as assigned.
• Vacuum carpets and spot clean as needed.
• Perform heavier cleaning functions in assigned areas.
• Empty trash, linen, and garbage containers for project work.
• Notify supervisor concerning need for major repairs or additions to lighting, heating, and ventilating equipment.
• Complete work with minimal supervision; follow project schedules and complete projects in a timely manner.
• Work with customers to minimize disruption to clinical areas while completing project work.
• Perform routine, repetitive tasks on a continual basis; accept supervision from multiple persons; perform tasks despite frequent interruptions.
• Sign in and out for pager/phone (if applicable) and follow pager/phone protocols.
• Follow Personal Protective Equipment procedures.
• Transport waste from dirty core.
• Cycle clean ceilings and walls.
• Measure and mix cleaning chemicals.
• Assist in cleaning emergency spills.
• Report customer suggestions/complaints to supervisor.
• Clean and sanitize assigned work area.
• Attend mandatory hospital and department scheduled meetings/in-services; adhere to specific hospital and department policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience

1 – 2 years experience in floor care preferred.

Education Requirements

High School/GED

Special Requirements

• Ability to maintain and operate special floor care equipment including, but not limited to: Side by Side Orbital Machine, Carpet Extractor, Floor Burnisher, and Auto Scrubber.
• Ability to communicate effectively and perform tasks with due consideration for patients, staff, and visitors in the vicinity.