Facility Technician

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment and utensils
• Sweep and mop kitchen and Volunteer areas.
• Operate, maintain and dismantle dish machine and ensure that the proper amounts of chemicals are being utilized and proper temperatures being maintained at all times
• Must wash and sanitize all glassware, plates, meal trays, pots, inserts, utensils, service ware, etc. and restock in proper places
• Must maintain all floors, walls, freezers, walk-ins and kitchen equipment, keeping them dry and free of debris
• Responsible for removal and disposal of trash and maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of garbage cans
• Assist with food preparation
• Serve meals to clients in a professional and polite manner when needed.
• Identify, stock, store and rotate food properly using FIFO system
• Maintain work areas in a clean, sanitary, and well organized manner
• Must be able to comprehend and execute operating, safety and cleaning instructions of all kitchen equipment
• Behave and communicate in a professional manner with supervisors, co-workers, staff, volunteers, and clients

Qualifications:

• TB test and police clearance required
• Must be literate (as mixing of chemicals, universal precautions etc., dictate)
• Must have understanding and can explain process of proper floor care
• Must be a team player, willing to take pride in their work and use initiative
• Must get along well with others, and be able to maintain a professional manner with clients

Education/Experience:

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of one (1) year of housekeeping experience preferred

Computer Skills:

• Basic computer skills

Reasoning Ability:

• Understand and work within The Salvation Army and Harbor Light Mission Statements.
• Possess an excellent working knowledge of The Harbor Light Policies and Procedures
• Working knowledge of HIPAA

1. Certificates and Licenses:

• None required

1. Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, mop, kneel, and stand for long periods of time.
• Frequent solo and group lifting and moving of furniture, office and hospital equipment.

1. Work Environment:

• Adapt to rapid temperature changes and work in temperature extremes, both hot and cold.
• Exposure to cleaning chemical fumes, dust, airborne eye, ear, nose, and throat irritants.
• Exposure to blood born pathogens and biohazards
• Ability to work in confined areas