Custodian II
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Job Description: Performs moderately complex (journey-level) custodial work. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Custodian II may fully perform a variety of routine daily tasks but may often rely on direction from others to solve problems that are not standard. Will serve as Campus-Wide Floater. The Custodian will clean and maintain exterior and interior of buildings. Cleans and disinfects interior surfaces in accordance with hospital Infection Control Policies and the Joint Commission Standards. Will work arounds patients. Collects and disposes regular trash, medical waste, and hazardous waste. Other duties include moving dirty linen to dirty linen pickup storage, performs periodic inventories for the EVS department, moves furniture and equipment as assigned, and may act as lead worker as assigned by Team Leader or Director. Employees may occasionally assist others in performing job duties of greater complexity. This position requires one to drive a state-owned vehicle. Essential Job Functions: 1. Attends work regularly and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift, work every other weekend, and/or overtime following agency leave policy and performing other duties as assigned. 2. Performs all duties in a manner appropriate to the age of the patient. Will have contact with hospital patients. May use Personal protective equipment issued. 3. Cleans and disinfects the interior and exterior of hospital buildings. Campus wide floater to cover shortages as they arise. 4. Vacuum, strip, wax, and burnish floors using hand tools and electrical power equipment such as scrubbers and T3 floor machine. 5. Cleans windows (inside and out using a power sprayer, sponges, wands, and ladders, etc. 6. Cleans, dusts, and disinfects areas including but not limited to the bath/restrooms, walls, and furniture using cleaning chemicals provided, complies with Infection Control Policies and Standards, and Joint Commission Standards. 7. Collects and disposes of trash from offices, patient-care areas, patios, and grounds. 8. Collects medical waste, hazardous waste, and regular trash from cleaning areas and dispose of waste/trash into appropriate containers using proper personal protective equipment. 9. Other duties may include distribution of clean linen, performing inventories, replenishing supplies in maid carts, setting up conference rooms for meetings, moving furniture and equipment as assigned. 10. May act as an interim team leader or lead worker; attends mandatory training as assigned. 11. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency's obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location. Knowledge Skills Abilities: 1. Knowledge of the purpose of, dilution method of, and application of germicidal; able to demonstrate disinfecting and cleaning methods. 2. Knowledge of Cleaning techniques and procedures. 3. Knowledge in proper handling and disposal of medical waste and hazardous waste in appropriate containers. 4. Knowledge of Infection Control Policies and Standards when working in areas where Tuberculosis patients are treated. 5. Knowledge required to provide age-appropriate care to young adults, and geriatric patients. 6. Ability to read and write and understand English to effectively communicate and carry out verbal/written instructions. 7. Ability to follow instructions and communicate with co-workers and supervisors. Registration or Licensure Requirements: Must possess a valid Texas driver license or obtain it no later than 90 days after the hire date to drive a state vehicle. Applicants with an out-of-state driver license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure. An eligible driving record is required based on HHSC Fleet Management policy. Initial Selection Criteria: 1. Experience in custodial work. 2. Graduation from High School or GED equivalent preferred. Experience and education may be substituted for one another. Additional Information: Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aide, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct and HHS OIG List of Excluded Individuals/Entities. Males between the ages of 18 - 25 must be registered with the Selective Service. Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position. The position may be required to work overtime and/or extended hours. All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, healthcare workers are considered to be at significant risk for acquiring or transmitting hepatitis B, measles, mumps, rubella, varicella (chicken pox), tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (whooping cough), and influenza. All of these diseases are vaccine-preventable. As a result, state hospital policy requires employees be vaccinated according to their level of contact with patients. In the event you choose to not be immunized for the influenza virus, you may be required to wear a mask and take other protective measures. All new hire candidates will be required to receive COVID-19 medical screening (nasal test) as part of the due diligence process. MOS Code: There are no Military occupations that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position. All active duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For additional information see the Texas State Auditor's Military Crosswalk at HHS agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. I-9 Form - Click here to download the I-9 form. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-###-####. 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