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FTE: 1.000000

Shift: Afternoons

Location: RIVERSIDE MEDICAL CENTER

 

Summary:

The Floor Technician is responsible for floor maintenance, restoration, and the operation of industrial floor care equipment.

 

Experience/Education Requirements:

Previous experience as a floor care technician or in a related role preferredProven knowledge of floor care equipment and techniques requiredKnowledge and ability to follow safety proceduresRequires frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling of up to 50 pounds

License or Certification Requirements:

None

 

 

Responsibilities:

Maintains knowledge of principles of hard surface floor maintenance and use of proper procedures on hard floor care including stripping and refinishing, burnishing, spray cleaning, and spray buffingOperate various types of industrial floor care equipmentUtilize automated equipment for cleaning of large areas of floor surfaceUse the proper procedures on carpet and upholstering including shampooing, damp surface, extractions, spot cleaning, vacuuming, etcPerform maintenance and restorative processes for all floor surface typesOther duties as assigned by supervisor

 

 

 

Riverside Healthcare is revolutionizing care using leading-edge technology to diagnose and treat patients. We are ranked top in the nation for performance in neurosurgery, orthopedics, and heart surgery and have also been named one of the nation's 100 Top Hospitals by Truven Health Analytics seven times. Riverside is nationally recognized for our specialty programs in obstetrics, trauma, oncology, rehabilitation, geriatrics, occupational health, psychiatric services, and treatment of alcohol and chemical dependency, as well as patient safety. We combine innovation and convenience at state-of-the-art facilities located in communities throughout the greater Kankakee area.

Riverside Medical Center proves that truly progressive medicine is being delivered in Chicago's southwest suburbs and East Central Illinois. Join a team that is not only concerned with providing the best care possible but also with offering a work environment of advancement and growth. Riverside is a place that embraces a culture where opinions count and dedications is respected, where superior performance is rewarded with competitive salaries and excellent benefits.

 

Other information:

Exposure/Sensory Requirements:

 

Exposure to:
Chemicals: Refer to SDS Sheets
Video Display Terminals: None
Blood and Body Fluids: Occasional exposure to blood and body fluids during cleaning procedures.
TB or Airborne Pathogens: Occasional exposure to TB or airborne pathogens during cleaning procedures.

Sensory requirements (speech, vision, smell, hearing, touch):
Speech: Required to communicate with supervisor and patients.
Vision: Ability to see soiled carpet, digital pager messages, assignments, etc..
Smell: Ability to detect foul odors, helpful to note presence of electrical/fire safety.
Hearing: Ability to hear alarms, voice pager messages.
Touch: Ability to feel heat or cold with hands.

 

 Activity/Lifting Requirements:

 

Average Hours per Week: 40

Shift: Varies

Percentage of time during the normal workday the employee is required to:
Sit: 0%
Twist: 6%
Stand: 33%
Crawl: 1%
Walk: 33%
Kneel: 5%
Lift: 6%
Drive: 0%
Squat: 10%
Climb: 2%
Bend: 5%
Reach above shoulders: 5%

The weight required to be lifted each normal workday according to the continuum described below:
Up to 10 lbs: Continuously
Up to 20 lbs: Frequently
Up to 35 lbs: Occasionally
Up to 60 lbs: Occasonally
Up to 75 lbs: Not Required
Up to 100 lbs: Not Required
Over 100 lbs: Not Required

Describe and explain the lifting and carrying requirements. (Example: the distance material is carried; how high material is lifted, etc.):
Putting away supplies, sometimes overhead. Mops and brooms - carried 10', knee high; vacuums - carried 1', ankle high; chairs (35#) carried 10', waist high.

Maximum consecutive time (minutes) during the normal workday for each activity:
Sit: 0
Twist: 18
Stand: 130
Crawl: 0
Walk: 155
Kneel: 15
Lift: 22
Drive: 0
Squat: 20
Climb: 9
Bend: 30
Reach above shoulders: 10

Repetitive use of hands (Frequency indicated):
Simple grasp up to 15 lbs. Normal weight: 50-200#
Pushing & pulling Normal weight: 50-200#
Fine Manipulation: Wringing out cloths.

Repetitive use of foot or feet in operating machine control: 50 lbs of pressure - vacuum, locking carts

Environmental Factors & Special Hazards:

 

Environmental Factors (Time Spent):
Inside hours: 8
Outside hours : 0

Temperature: Normal Range
Lighting: Average
Noise levels: Average
Humidity: Normal Range
Atmosphere:

Special Hazards: Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical - Vacuums, floor equipment, cleaning supplies/other chemicals
Protective Clothing Required: Goggles and gloves