Custodian I - Denver Health

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DepartmentEnvironmental Services
Job Summary
The Custodian, under immediate supervision, provides cleaning, bed linen
change out, floor care, moving, grounds and project services as directed
by supervisor. May also perform specific interior and exterior Medical
Housekeeping cleaning duties to maintain a clean and aseptic environment
throughout the hospital/clinics. The Custodian may be assigned to any one of
several positions to include: patient area cleaner, non-patient area
cleaner, trash technician, special care unit cleaner, and/or others
Essential Functions:
Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming
them. Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and equipment, in
order to prevent damage to finishes and fixtures. (20%)
Change bed linens (15%)
Gathers and empties trash and linen. (15%)
Transports and appropriately handles trash, recycling, medical waste,
linen, and other items to each designated area and maintains waste areas
within regulatory standards. (15%)
Uses floor care equipment to strip, seal, finish, and polish floors.
Also uses floor care equipment to clean carpet and upholstery. Equipment
includes buffers, scrubbers, burnishers, extractors and other related
equipment. (15%)
Cleans windows, glass partitions, and mirrors, using soapy water or
other cleaners, sponges, and squeegees (10%)
Mixes water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning
solutions, according to specifications (10%)
Education:
No High School Diploma and/or No GED Required
Work Experience:
less than 1 year Required
Licenses:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job. Knowledge of
safety hazards and necessary safety precautions sufficient to be able to
establish a safety work environment. Knowledge of chemicals and equipment used
to clean surface areas sufficient to be able to maintain a clean and orderly
work area. Knowledge of proper cleaning methods.
Knowledge of and/or ability to learn occasional hazards and safety
precautions. Skill in understanding and following oral, illustrated,
written or demonstrated instructions. Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to work within Health Department standards.
Command of English strongly preferred. Formal or informal education or
training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for
successful job performance.
Shift
Work TypeRegular
Salary$20.00 - $27.00 / hr
Benefits
Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate
retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans
Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes
Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel,
and more
Tuition reimbursement & assistance
Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching
Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student
loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF... For full info follow
application link.
"Denver Health is committed to provide equal treatment and equal employment
opportunities to all applicants
and employees. Denver Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not
discriminate against any employee or
applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national