Certified Floor Tech, UMMC

University of Maryland • Baltimore, MD

403d • $35,360 - $44,221

About The Position

The position involves performing custodial duties, specifically focusing on cleaning carpets and maintaining hard floor surfaces in a healthcare environment. The role requires adherence to safety standards and regulations to ensure a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff. The employee will have access to medication storage areas and is expected to provide hospitable service while following established protocols.

Requirements

• Two years experience in hard floor and carpet care.
• One year custodial/housekeeping experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a team environment and under time constraints.
• Knowledge of stripping and waxing hard floor surfaces.
• Ability to operate buffers, scrubbers, carpet extraction machines, etc.
• Knowledge of hardwood floor screening and refinishing.
• Knowledge of proper use, disposal, and safety practices when working with chemical cleaners and strippers.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in written form.
• Ability to promote and facilitate a culture of service and operational excellence and to model these behaviors.
• Ability to effectively use electronic equipment such as pagers, radios, and other items necessary to provide floor care services.
• Ability to effectively and efficiently receive and follow written or oral instructions.
• Ability to work independently.
• Basic knowledge of infection control procedures and universal precautions.

Responsibilities

• Sweeps and mops assorted hard floor surfaces.
• Strips and waxes different types of hard floor surfaces.
• Finishes wood floors.
• Cleans upholstery.
• Performs custodial cleaning including cleaning of restrooms, offices, classrooms, labs, etc.
• Performs extracting liquids from carpet.
• Adheres to all established systems and training programs to provide a safe working environment.
• Maintains knowledge and complies with all Joint Commission, OSHA, and other local, state, and federal government regulations.
• Provides hospitable service and follows service recovery principles daily and consistently.
• Must adhere to the policies and procedures regarding confidentiality and other HIPAA requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive pay range of $17-$21.26
• Access to the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed