Environmental Services Technician - Housekeeping Aid
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $17.78 - $20.75
Work Schedule
Fixed Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
federal holidays
Life insurance
flexible spending accounts
Job Description
The John L. McClellan Memorial Veterans Hospital, part of the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System, is dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare services to veterans. This facility operates under the United States Department of Veterans Affairs and is committed to supporting the health and well-being of those who have served our country. Located in Little Rock, Arkansas, the hospital is a key medical center offering a broad range of healthcare services, including specialized inpatient and outpatient care. The hospital emphasizes an environment of safety, cleanliness, and therapeutic support to ensure optimal patient outcomes and comfort throughout their stay.
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Job Requirements
- U.S. citizenship
- suitability for federal employment as determined by background investigation
- pre-employment physical required
- selective service registration for males born after 12/31/1959
- completion of online onboarding with acceptable identification
- completion of all application requirements
- willingness to serve a 1-year probationary period
- ability to pass required background and credentialing checks
- no education qualification requirement
- physical ability to perform continuous walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, pulling, pushing, and lifting over 50 pounds
- willingness to work Monday through Friday 12:00 AM to 8:30 AM
- compliance with health requirements including influenza vaccination or approved exemption
Job Qualifications
- Evidence of training or experience demonstrating the ability to perform custodial duties
- Ability to use cleaning chemicals safely and effectively
- Capability to operate powered cleaning equipment
- Physical stamina and dexterity for prolonged walking, standing, and equipment handling
- Basic knowledge of sanitation and infection control practices
- Ability to follow written and oral instructions accurately
- Willingness to adhere to safety protocols and use PPE as required
Job Duties
- Using proper cleaning solutions and/or chemicals to remove stains from various surfaces
- Applying cleaning solutions to floors, walls, and ceilings for maintenance
- Cleaning and sanitizing restrooms including urinals, commodes, sinks, and mirrors
- Cleaning patients' rooms with safe sanitizing chemicals to disinfect surfaces
- Removing soiled linen from ward or clinic areas using proper collection methods
- Operating powered cleaning equipment such as scrubbing machines, buffers, carpet cleaners, and industrial vacuums
- Performing routine maintenance on cleaning equipment like changing filters and brushes
- Sweeping and mopping floors in high traffic areas including corridors, restrooms, stairways, and cafeterias
- Following written instructions for completing non-routine cleaning tasks
- Following oral directions to perform simple multi-step cleaning tasks
Job Qualifications
Experience
No experience required
Job Location
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