Housekeeping Aid - Environmental Services Technician
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $18.54 - $21.60
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Life insurance
flexible spending accounts
federal holidays
Job Description
The Robley Rex VA Medical Center located in Louisville, KY, is a federal healthcare institution dedicated to serving the diverse needs of veterans and their families. As part of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, this facility upholds a strong commitment to providing high-quality medical services and support to those who have served the nation. The Louisville VAMC is recognized for its comprehensive approach to veterans' healthcare, emphasizing compassionate care, innovation, and community engagement. The VA Medical Center operates in a dynamic, mission-driven environment where every employee plays a vital role in enhancing the well-being of veterans. Established as a... Show More
Job Requirements
- U.S. citizenship
- Suitable for federal employment as determined by background investigation
- Successful completion of drug screening
- Selective Service registration for males born after 12/31/1959
- Completion of online onboarding process and provision of acceptable identification documents
- Willingness to complete one-year probationary period
- Ability to perform physical tasks including walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, pulling, and pushing
- Ability to safely operate heavy powered cleaning equipment
- Willingness to adhere to infection control and safety protocols
- Commitment to comply with seasonal influenza vaccination requirement or exemption protocols
- Ability to work full-time evening shifts from 2pm to 10:30pm Monday through Friday
Job Qualifications
- Evidence of training or experience sufficient to perform the duties of the position
- Ability to use powered cleaning equipment effectively
- Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safety protocols
- Demonstrated dexterity and physical stamina
- Ability to follow detailed instructions and safety guidelines
- Experience in housekeeping or custodial work preferred
- Ability to handle waste materials safely including medical and hazardous waste
- Good coordination and visual acuity
- Reliability and dependability in work performance
Job Duties
- Perform full range of manual and powered cleaning tasks including sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, polishing, dusting, sanitizing, decontaminating and disinfecting
- Use powered cleaning equipment such as rotary buffers, floor stripping units, vacuum cleaners, pressure washers, steam cleaners, burnishers, automatic scrubbers, and carpet shampooing equipment
- Apply cleaning chemicals including sanitizers, germicidal detergents, disinfectants, deodorizers, acid, alkaline and neutral cleaners, and metal polishes according to safety guidelines
- Make beds, change and collect linens
- Remove, transport, repackage, dispose, and store general, regulated medical, chemotherapeutic, and radioactive waste
- Check and replenish consumable supplies like soap, hand towels, toilet tissue, and gloves
- Safely handle and replace sharps containers in patient care areas
- Adhere to infection control procedures and proper use of personal protective equipment
- Maintain cleanliness standards across patient rooms, clinic areas, and administrative spaces
- Report any safety hazards or maintenance needs to supervisors promptly
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Job Qualifications
Experience
No experience required
Job Location
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