Environmental Services Technician (Housekeeping Aid)

Summary

This position is located within the Environmental Management Services Division at the Fort Wayne - Indiana VA Medical Center - part of the Northern Indiana Healthcare System (NIHCS).

About the Role

The incumbent reports directly to the Housekeeping Supervisor or designated representative and is responsible for performing both janitorial and custodial services at the facility.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize patient rooms, wards, restrooms, offices, corridors, storerooms, and other areas throughout the facility
• Keep supplies stocked, including paper towels, soap, toilet paper, and hand sanitizer
• Sweep, mop, and scrub floors, vacuum carpets and furniture, clean windows, ceilings, and light fixtures
• Move furniture and climb small ladders as needed
• Handle spills quickly, take out the trash, change liners, install light bulbs, and keep floors polished
• Make beds, clean mattresses and bed frames, and tidy patient rooms and observation spaces
• Transport trash, medical waste, and recycling to collection points
• Clean and disinfect high-touch surfaces such as doorknobs, elevator buttons, handrails, and switches
• Restock and organize cleaning carts and storage areas
• Assist with setting up rooms for special events or meetings by moving and arranging furniture
• Report maintenance issues or safety hazards to appropriate staff
• Ensure outdoor areas are swept, entrances are picked up, and walkways are clear
• Respond to requests for additional cleaning or support from staff and patients
• Follow all infection control policies and procedures, including proper handling and disposal of waste
• Assist with linen distribution and collection throughout the facility
• Provide excellent customer service to patients, visitors, and staff

Qualifications

To qualify for this position - applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by **DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS OF SUCH ON YOUR RESUME**. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Dexterity and Safety Interpret Instructions - Specifications (other than blueprint reading) Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Without more than normal supervision Work Practices Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience - including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. - Peace Corps - AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. - professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience - including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.

Physical Requirements

The position demands continuous walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, pulling, and pushing. The work requires the occasional use of heavy powered cleaning equipment (e.g. - wall washers - industrial type buffers) weighing over 50 pounds. The duties necessitate considerable dexterity, hand, foot, and eye coordination, and concentration as well as visual acuity to see dirt, dust, and debris.