Senior Custodian, Per Diem - Santa Monica Hospital

University of California - Los Angeles Health
United States, California, Santa Monica
Nov 15, 2024
Description This position may be converted to career. Serving at UCLA Health will give you the opportunity to use your specialized abilities to help improve the lives of our patients, their families, and your fellow UCLA Health team members. You'll provide critical support that makes healing happen. We'd love to have you join us. Under the supervision of a Custodial Supervisor - Clean assigned areas, patient rooms, nursing station, ancillary rooms, exam rooms, procedure rooms, conference rooms, office's, hallways, corridor, public areas, etc. Operate vacuum cleaners, buffers, wall and window washing, shampoo machines and floor machine. Sweep, strip and wax floors. Perform isolation room cleaning. Perform high and low dusting. Clean vertical and horizontal surfaces using the approved cleaning solutions. They have knowledge in the correct use and storage of disinfectants, cleaning solution, soap, detergents and floor waxes preferred. Salary Rate: $25.80 / hourly Qualifications Ability to exercise tact and diplomacy while directing co-workers. Ability to interact effectively with patients, customers and associates in a way that exhibits superior integrated customer service and teamwork. Ability to operate all types of housekeeping equipment (vacuum cleaners, floor machines, carpet extractors, auto scrubbers, pressure / steam cleaning machine etc). Ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks effectively and efficiently. Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate in English. Ability to take initiative and follow through. Ability to work within defined time constraints. Excellent listening and verbal communication skills. Excellent organization and problem solving skills. Must be able to frequently: Bend waist while standing. Lift, push and pull a minimum of 50 lbs. Stoop and squat. Twisting and bending of the neck forward and backward. Work in standing position for long periods. Preferred 2 - 3 years of housekeeping experience in a health care setting and/or LA Unified School District Janitorial Service certification.