Cleaner - Per Diem

This is a temporary position that can end at any time. Position Summary At the Long Island State Veterans Home, our Cleaners are valuable members of our team, and are primarily responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, germ‑free and home‑like environment for our residents, families and staff. Responsibilities Wash floors, corridors, stairs and stairwells, walls, partitions, windows from the inside or outside of buildings using mops, brushes, detergents, buffers, floor scrubbers, and other cleaning implements. Strip and wax floors; vacuum and shampoo carpets; and dust assigned areas using manual or mechanical equipment. Clean all areas of lavatories and locker rooms, such as sinks, urinals, toilets, showers, shower walls and drains, locker room common areas. Replace light bulbs, dust or wash light fixtures and high places such as ceilings using ladders and scaffolds. Clean and polish furniture, metal fixtures and equipment. Remove hazardous articles on floors, furniture, and equipment and place them in designated receptacles or appropriate locations. Move furniture and equipment in connection with cleaning activities. Change curtains and drapes, and hang pictures and other decorative objects. Empty trash, recyclables, and waste in accordance with the cleaning schedule. Assemble cleaning cart to conform to assigned cleaning duties, and mix and properly dilute cleaning solutions in accordance with manufacturer directions. Wear appropriate protective clothing and other specialized protective equipment to align with the assigned cleaning assignments. Check supplies and equipment functioning, and notify the supervisor of low supply levels, equipment malfunction, and building maintenance issues noted during cleaning. May be assigned to remove snow; clean sidewalks, yards, and drives; and mow lawns in assigned areas with manual or mechanical equipment. May be assigned to laboratories, clean rooms, operating rooms, and other hospital settings that require a high degree of cleanliness and disinfectant processes that must be followed. Required Qualifications Ability to perform medium to heavy physical labor. Ability to understand and carry out written or oral instructions. Preferred Qualifications One or more years of experience in Environmental Services in a hospital or long‑term care setting. Floor care experience. Working Conditions Working conditions may involve exposure to infectious disease, blood, body fluids and/or tissue as well as other unpleasant elements such as accidents, injuries and illness. May be exposed to and required to handle varying unpredictable, emergency and crisis situations. Occasionally subjected to irregular hours and pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries. Pre‑Employment Requirements The selected candidate must successfully clear a background investigation. Successfully complete a pre‑employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from the Long Island State Veterans Home Employee Health Department. Complete an electronic reference check with a minimum of three professional references. Provide a copy of the required license(s)/certificate(s). Special Notes The use of Vacation or Personal Leave accruals during the first six months of employment will not be authorized unless prior approval has been granted by Human Resources. The Long Island State Veterans Home is a tobacco‑free environment. Tobacco products are strictly prohibited anywhere on our campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas. Essential Position: This position has been designated as essential based on the duties of the job and the functions performed. In an emergency, employees in such positions are required to remain at their work location or to report to work. The LISVH is a 24/7 skilled nursing facility. All positions are subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary to meet the operating needs of the facility. This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair. Equal Employment Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws. If you need a disability‑related accommodation, please call the University Office of Equity and Access at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Job Information Job Number: 2600988 Official Job Title: Cleaner Job Field: Cleaners Primary Location: Long Island State Veterans Home Schedule: Per Diem Shift: Day Shift. Shift Hours: Primarily day shift (7:00 am to 3:30 pm) with flexibility for evening (3:00 pm to 11:30 pm) and night shift (11:00 pm to 7:30 am). Pass Days: Variable. Salary: $17.80 hourly Salary Grade: SG5 SBU Area: Long Island State Veterans Home #J-18808-Ljbffr