Janitor, Maintenance​/Cleaning

Job Summary:

Reporting to the PHC Operations Manager, the Janitor is responsible for providing the cleaning and upkeep of PHC buildings and outdoor areas. Maintaining a safe and sanitary environment for building tenants, patients, staff, and visitors in conformity with OSHA health and sanitary codes. Working alongside a multidisciplinary team that delivers high‑quality service performed in alignment with PHC values and procedures. Ensures that building facilities are secure by locking doors and verifying that the alarm system is set.

As a Janitor at PHC you must be flexible and willing to complete all tasks that are assigned. The challenges encountered in this position include working around building tenants, patients, visitors, and staff without causing disruptions and working in clinical areas that require specialized cleaning needs, spill‑hazard assessments, and determination of whether spills are medical, infectious, or routine, and then using the appropriate procedure to dispose of the spill.

• Sweep, clean, mop, scrub, and dust building floors.
• Remove trash frequently throughout the day.
• Sterilize all building and PHC restroom areas, replenish soap and paper dispensers, clean mirrors, sinks, walls, and toilet areas.
• Dust and clean all common areas, including walls (high and low).
• Clean hallways, stairways, offices, food preparation or break areas.
• Remove small and large debris.
• Assist with pest control measures.
• Clean and vacuum furniture, fixtures, doors and related furnishings using appropriate cleaning supplies.
• Clean and maintain a variety of floor coverings.
• Clean/Sanitize exam rooms and waiting areas.
• Transport cleaning supplies and equipment to and from storage and work areas.
• Replace sharps containers, transport trash, and organize storage closets.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards and industry codes.
• Possess the ability to multi‑task and prioritize assignments.
• Respond timely and courteously to problems and requests of tenants.
• Keep building entryways dry and free of debris.
• Participate in and support PHC safety programs and notify management if safety and sanitation standards are not being met.
• Responsible for set up and disassembly of equipment and conference rooms for meetings and facility operations.
• Complete additional duties as assigned.

• Must have the ability to work effectively with people of all socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds.
• Adherence to dress code; appearance is neat and clean.
• Complete annual education requirements.
• Communicate appropriately and clearly with all staff.
• Maintain regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and OSHA regulations.
• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
• Report to work on time and as scheduled.
• Wear identification while on duty.
• Maintain a good rapport and cooperative working relationship with all staff.
• Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner.
• Comply with all organizational policies.

• Participate in security and fire‑prevention systems in the building.
• Conduct and document regular facility safety equipment audits.
• Watch for safety hazards.
• Know agency emergency procedures and where all emergency shut‑offs are located.

• Support current organizational initiatives and exhibit creativity and flexibility in times of change.
• Excellent verbal and communication skills.
• Knowledgeable of JCAHO, federal and state standards/regulations.

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• Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Must be able to read and interpret written instructions and work orders.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two (2) years of hospital/clinic janitorial or housekeeping experience required.
• At least one (1) year experience evidencing a working knowledge of commercial cleaning equipment and industrial cleaning processes.
• Must be flexible to work all shifts, may be required to work overtime on occasion when the department is short of staff or in the event of an emergency.
• Sound knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations.

• Ability to read,…