Environmental attendant

Job Description

Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Environmental Service Attendant II for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Variable position. The general salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $19.

52 - $29.28. The actual hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to, the job / position responsibilities, location, terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement, education, training, work experience, seniority, work performance, etc.

Job Summary

This position is primarily responsible for floor care, deep cleaning, heavy scrubbing of all patient care areas, window washing, trash removal, and some outside grounds clean up.

Will also be responsible to perform the duties of an Environmental Services Attendant I as assigned.

Essential Functions

• Maintains a floor cleaning schedule and makes daily observations of floor conditions.
• Washes windows, removes trash both inside and outside, grounds litter and debris pickup, dusting of high areas and hard to get to areas.
• Performs responsibilities of Environmental Services Attendant I as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma Preferred : or equivalent

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year Required : Formal housekeeping / environmental services / custodial experience and
• Preferred : Experience in hospital or healthcare setting

Credentials

May be required : Drivers License

Skills

• Basic verbal and written communication skills. (Required)
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision. (Required)
• Strong customer service skills. (Required)
• Basic computer skills (Required)

Department / Location Specific Notes

PIMC :

• May assist with receiving / delivering / stocking of good and supplies as necessary.
• Responds to emergency code calls and assist with utility failures.
• Will perform security assistance and response duties as needed.
• Successfully completes the non-violent Crisis Intervention (CPI) course during orientation and renews training as outlined in policy.
• Driving is not a part of duties, driver's license is not required UGMC :
• Driving is not a part of duties; driver's license is not required Columbia Network :
• Based on business needs and management approval, sometimes uses lead access to CareConnect.

Working Conditions

Lifting

• Continuous moving around area.
• Continuous simple grasping.
• Frequent pushing / pulling : 36 lbs. initial force. 26 lbs. sustained force.
• Frequent reaching / bending / stooping.
• Lifting : Frequent 10 lbs.-25 lbs. Seldom 26 lbs.-50 lbs.
• Occasional carrying up to 20 lbs.
• Occasional squatting / kneeling.

Environmental Conditions

• Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
• Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment.
• Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.

Mental / Visual

• Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers : physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual.

• We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical / dental / vision coverage;
• 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options;

tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility .

For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer / Vets / Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.

PeaceHealth requires a completed Primary Vaccine Series (e.g., 2 dose monovalent Pfizer, Moderna or Novavax series or 1 dose J&J vaccine series) or be Up to Date (receiving the most recent Pfizer / Moderna bivalent vaccine / booster) for COVID-19 vaccination prior to their start date.

PeaceHealth has a medical and religious exemption request process for those that are unable to receive the COVID-19 primary vaccine series due to medical / religious reasons.

For caregivers that will be working in Oregon there is a personal vaccine exemption form that may be requested.

Last updated : 2024-03-09