UTHC Environmental Services Technician I

Location

Tok, AK, US

Organization Name

UTHC

Job Summary

Job Summary: Under the supervision of the UTHC Operations Officer, job incumbent will provide housekeeping duties at the Upper Tanana Health Centers (Main & South), and the Upper Tanana Behavioral Health building.

Adhere to the TCC Ch’eghwtsen’ model of service and guiding principle which requires providing timely and effective service along with the ability to interact with others in a way that inspires trust and demonstrates respect, compassion and empathy.

Essential Functions

Essential Functions: This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

Representative Duties: Under the general supervision of the UTHC Operations Officer, job incumbent will be assigned from the following representative duties:

1. Cleans and sanitizes bathroom fixtures, drinking centers, hand washing areas, trash containers and lids, doorknobs, all stainless steel, walls, exam rooms and all other surfaces prone to harbor communicable diseases; refills water containers, paper and soap dispensers, replaces light bulbs as necessary, and reports all repairs to supervisor.

2. Performs general cleaning tasks such as but not limited to trash/recycling/biohazard removal, dusting, wet wiping, glass cleaning, vacuuming, polishing and mopping, waxing and stripping.

3. Thoroughly cleans and sanitizes bathrooms which include toilets, sinks and floors.

4. Adds and performs sections of "Detail Cleaning" such as wiping ceiling vents, high/low dusting, wiping and cleaning mirrors, window sills, stainless steel, door panels, exam tables, display cases and break area tables. Wiping furniture and equipment throughout the building, edge vacuuming and baseboard cleaning.

5. Performs basic equipment care, checks for wear and damage on assigned equipment.

6. Must stay current and knowledgeable on proper disinfection practices and infection control requirements by following DSH standards and techniques for infection reduction.

7. Performs light extraction carpet cleaning and scrubbing of safety flooring using automated equipment.

8. Replenishes janitorial type supplies in all areas, such as hand soap, paper towels, toilet paper, etc. Keeps paper and chemical supplies stored in work rooms neat and organized.

9. Follows the rules and intent of the department's regulations and safety guidelines.

Other Responsibilities:

1. Performs other job related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

1. High School Diploma or GED.

2. One year experience in Housekeeping preferred.

3. Must be eighteen (18) years old or older.

4. Must pass background check pursuant to Alaska DHSS and federal Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act requirements.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. Ability to communicate verbally and/or in writing.

2. Ability to follow instructions appropriately and use sound judgment.

3. Ability to work as a team member with other staff.

4. Ability to lift or carry supplies, garbage and other items.

5. Must maintain strict confidentiality.

Supervision: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Supervision

Physical demands: Work requires walking, standing, and lifting for extended periods of time. Contact with cleaning and disinfectant solvents or chemicals are required of this position for most of the time. Incumbent will be expected to lift and carry supplies, garbage, and other items for short distances. May occasionally have the potential of exposure to blood and body fluids.

Summation

Summation: Job incumbent must follow all UTHC Office Rules. Job incumbent must maintain strict client confidentiality at all times.