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Project Worker ESD - Environmental Services

Tufts Medical Center

Project Worker ESD - Environmental Services

Boston, MA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    Under general supervision performs project duties of floor refinishing, rug and upholstery shampooing and wall washing.

    PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

    • Consistently applies the corporate values of respect, honesty and fairness and the constant pursuit of excellence in improving the health status of the people of the region through the provision of customer-friendly, geographically accessible and high-value services within the environment of a comprehensive integrated academic health care system.
    • Removes top layers of wax from floor using roto machine with appropriate chemicals and tools. 
    • Using roto machine, appropriate chemicals and tools, shampoos and spot cleans carpets. 
    • Using appropriate chemicals and tools, washes walls on a regular basis. 
    • Changes cubicle curtains and drapes in patient areas and offices. 
    • Using appropriate chemicals and tools and following the departmental procedures for precaution cleaning; cleans and disinfects walls, floors, furniture, changes cubicles and drapes when assigned. 
    • Moves furniture and equipment such as beds, tables, etc. when performing cleaning duties. 
    • Completes project work form, indicating time, location, project done, etc.

     

  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    JOB KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

    • Ability to count, read, write, speak basic English and follow simple instructions. 
    • Three to six months housekeeping experience and three months on the job training.
    • Ability to operate mechanical devices such as rotos, vacuums, etc. 
    • Physical skills: Standing or walking, majority of shift. Works in reaching, strained and kneeling position for part of the shift. Requires physical effort with heavy weight supplies, equipment and furniture (80 lbs) part of shift.

    WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

    • Works in patient areas, offices and public areas performing project work duties with some contact with patients, visitors, professional and clerical staff. 
    • Frequent exposure to dust, dirt, blood, body waste, harsh chemicals and contaminated waste. 
    • Possibility of cuts, needle punctures, and muscle strains. 
    • Occasional exposure to hazards, which may cause relatively serious injury or illness such as broken bones or infectious disease.

     

    An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements.

    Additional Information

    All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

    AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES STATEMENT:

    Must be able to perform all essential functions of this position with reasonable accommodation if disabled.

    The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Tufts Medical Center reserves the right to modify position duties at any time, to reflect process improvements and business necessity.

    COVID-19 POLICY:

    Please note that effective October 1, 2021, as a condition of employment at Tufts Medical Center, all employees and new hires must have received their complete dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, unless they have been granted an exemption.  

  • Industry
    Hospital and Health Care