Housekeeping​/Custodial​/Janitorial Specialist; Healthcare Facility - Taos, NM

Housekeeping/Custodial/Janitorial Specialist (Healthcare Facility)

Location:

Taos Picuris Indian Health Center, 1090 Goat Springs Road, Taos, NM 87571

Contract duration: 12 months

Work Schedule:

• Shift
  
  Hours:
  • Staff 1: 6:30 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Staff 2: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
• Schedule:
  
  Monday – Friday (40 hours per week with a 1-hour unpaid lunch break).
• Occasional Weekends and Holidays:
  May be required depending on facility needs.

We are seeking a Custodial Services Specialist to perform cleaning and maintenance tasks in a healthcare facility. The ideal candidate will ensure a clean, safe, and sanitary environment for patients, staff, and visitors while adhering to infection control protocols and safety standards.

• Perform daily cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, dusting, and disinfecting floors, furniture, and fixtures.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms, exam rooms, waiting areas, and other high-touch surfaces.
• Collect and dispose of trash, including biohazardous waste, following proper protocols.
• Operate heavy cleaning equipment such as floor buffers, carpet shampooers, and high-speed polishers.
• Respond to on-demand cleaning requests and emergency spills.
• Maintain custodial closets and ensure supplies are stocked.
• Follow infection control policies and use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Perform annual deep cleaning tasks, including floor stripping, waxing, and carpet shampooing.

• Experience:
  
  Minimum 2 years of custodial or housekeeping experience, preferably in a healthcare setting.
• Physical Requirements:
  
  Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for long periods, and perform physically demanding tasks.

Skills:

Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and infection control standards. Ability to read, write, and speak English effectively.