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BONNER GENERAL HEALTH
JOB DESCRIPTION
Department
APPROVAL: I find, to the best of my knowledge and ability, that this information is relevant and
appropriate for the persons and settings addressed, is ethical and legal, it meets the
standards of patient care, professional practice, and current scientific knowledge.
Environmental Services
Administrator
Date Effective: 12/22/2014
Director
Review Date and By:
Department Head
Developed by:
K. Fitzpatrick
Chairman
SUBJECT:
CUSTODIAN - JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION SUMMARY:
Performs routine and delegated custodial, maintenance, and security duties in accordance with the
philosophies, objectives, policies, and procedures of Bonner General Health and the Environmental Services
department.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
 Performs floor care such as stripping, waxing, buffing and carpet care
 Tours hospital building and grounds to prevent fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal entry
 Reports any incidents or unusual situations immediately to department manager and Hospital Supervisor
 Cleans and services building and ground areas to maintain an orderly and sanitary environment
 Empties trash throughout all buildings
 Moves furniture, equipment, and supplies in and between hospital departments as needed
 Turns and changes mattresses, sets up traction and bed frames, hangs draperies
 Responsible for minor repairs and equipment checks
 Assists with snow removal as needed
 Responds to all pertinent emergency alarms
 Performs backup housekeeping duties as needed
 Sets up decontamination showers and assists with emergency situations as directed
 Assists with security situations as needed
 Maintains strict confidentiality regarding knowledge of all patient information (HIPAA),
confidential staff and hospital business
 Must be flexible and willing to work different shifts, rotations and call in, under pressure
timelines and with limited supervision
 Must portray a positive, courteous and professional image to patients, families, visitors,
co-workers and physicians
 Demonstrates the ability to communicate and receive constructive feedback in a positive manner
 Logs work completed and records maintenance needs to department manager
 Responsible for establishing and maintaining healthy interpersonal relationships with all staff members
 Age(s) of patient served and age-specific technology
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Not applicable
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
 BGH maintains the right to establish work schedules and to be ensured of employee’s attendance when
scheduled. Maintaining regular attendance and punctuality is a required Essential Function of this
position
 Recognizes the important part this position plays in Performance Improvement of the on-going delivery of
care, as outlined in the Bonner General Health Mission Statement
SUPERSEDES ISSUE DATE:
REPLACES:
81938409
4/01, 01/05, 03/05, 04/05, 06/06, 11/07, 01/09, 7/09, 02/11, 04/12, 07/13, 8/14
Changes are the result of QI activities Yes No
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OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES: (cont.)
 Abides by all Federal, State and Hospital laws, regulations and guidelines
 Abides by the Bonner General Health Compliance Program
The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of
the job as identified, and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that
may be inherent in the position. BGH operates 24 hours per day, 365 days per year. The operational needs
of departments and safety of patients may require that employees be available to work all shifts, weekends
and holidays and in any department to meet the needs of the patients.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS:
 Skills: Basic maintenance and custodial skills; basic computer literacy and ability to effectively learn
new software programs required
 Education: Ability to read, write legibly and comprehend the written and spoken word in English
 License: Valid driver’s license
 Requirements of employment:
 Must be able to successfully pass a driver’s license record background check and provide proof of
liability insurance on personal vehicle
 Experience: Previous custodial, maintenance or housekeeping experience preferred
 Supervisory: None
 Supervised By: Environmental Services Manager
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
 If offered employment, a Functional Analysis Test will be given to determine ability to perform
the Essential Functions of the job
 Job allows employee to vary physical position or activity for comfort
 In a normal work day, may be required to stand and/or walk for eight (8) hours or longer
 In an average work day, the weight requirements are:
 Note: Employees are responsible for safely moving, lifting and handling all supplies,
equipment and patient care needs. Safe lifting practice is expected in all areas of job
performance and employees are responsible to request help whenever needed, regardless of
the weight, using available assistance, i.e. lifting devices or additional staff.
Weight Range
0 to 10 lbs
11 to 25 lbs
26 to 50 lbs
51 to 75 lbs
76 to 100 lbs
Over 100 lbs
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Not
Rarely
Occasionally
Frequently
Continuously
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(Explain)
(1% to 33%)
(34% to 66%)
(67% to 100%)
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In an average work day, the employee may be required to perform:
Not
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Frequently
Continuously
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(1% to 33%)
(34% to 66%)
(67% to 100%)
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Climbing
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Operating Foot Controls ( 25-30 lbs.)
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Explain:
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All sensory skills (speech, vision, smell, touch, hearing) required, corrected to near normal range.
Absence of color blindness required.
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (cont.)
Mental and physical health necessary to meet demands of the department:
 Mental ability to cope with and function effectively during stressful / emergency situations
 Remains calm, polite, and positive with others when under pressure
 Avoids excessive use of unscheduled absences as defined by hospital policy
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Environment:
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Time spent indoors - 80%; Outdoors - up to 20% (or higher during times of snow removal)
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Temperature and humidity - normal indoors; outdoors extremely variable
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Atmosphere conditions –
odors,
dusts,
mists,
fumes,
gases
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Hazards:
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Electrical
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Biohazards
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Chemical Gases
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Hazards are listed in MSDS which are available online or by telephone/fax
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Protective clothing and devices required and provided by employer
 Machines Or Tools Operated:
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Floor cleaning and polishing equipment
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Hand trucks and dollies
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Wet/dry vacuums
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Shovel
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Mop
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Ladder
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Hand tools including electrical and plumbing
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Pickup truck with snowplow blade
I understand that this job description is intended to convey information essential to my
understanding the scope of the position; this is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all
responsibilities, skills, efforts, duties or working conditions associated with the position.
I acknowledge that I have read the complete job description and that I can perform all
functions, skills and requirements that are stated herein.
Print Name:_________________________________________________________________________________
Signature:________________________________________________
81938409
Date:____________________________