Building Service Worker- Cermak Health Services

PLEASE BE ADVISED that this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement between Cook County and SEIU. Pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement, Cook County will exhaust internal eligible applicants prior to considering external applicants. Cook County is assembling a list of qualified candidates for this position that will be considered should the position not be filled with internal eligible applicants.

Starting salary is commensurate with years of experience indicated at time of application submittal. Experience not disclosed or documented at the time of application will not be considered for initial step placement.

SEIU 73 MEMBERS

Under direct supervision, performs routine cleaning and maintenance duties in an area of the buildings and grounds of a health care facility.

• Cleans and maintains assigned area by emptying garbage, sweeping, dusting, mopping, and wet mopping the floors.
• Periodically strips, waxes, and buffs floors.
• Washes beds, cabinets, windowsills, spots walls and bathrooms.
• Keeps areas stocked with adequate amounts of supplies such as soap, toilet paper, paper towels, etc.
• May be required to remove and hand drapes and cubicle curtains for assigned areas.
• May be required to move patients, furniture, or equipment.
• May be required to rake leaves, plant flowers, plant grass, shovel snow, spread salt, cut grass, and remove rubbish.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED (must provide proof at time of interview)
• Two (2) years of floor maintenance experience

• Knowledge and proficiency of how to operate or use sanitation and maintenance equipment such as a buffer, stripper, burnisher, etc., cleaning, and waxing materials.
• Ability to read and write English: to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to organize and schedule work so that it can be complete within the allocated time.
• Ability to work effectively with co-workers, Department of Correction staff, and patients.
• Regular bending, lifting, carrying, pulling, and pushing. Able to lift 401bs.

This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.

For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, “Typical Duties” are essential job functions.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation Program
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service

• Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
• Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, “Are you a Military Veteran?”
• Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing.
  
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