Environmental Services Attendant

Encompass Onsite•Sunnyvale, CA

About The Position

The Environmental Services Attendant contributes to the effective operation of Encompass Onsite Cleaning Systems’ Environmental Services department. The role involves cleaning and supplying patient rooms, treatment rooms, restrooms, nurseries, nursing stations, lounges, offices, waiting areas, and other assigned areas according to standard policies and procedures. The attendant uses cleaning devices, products, supplies, and equipment, and removes trash and linen from the facility as needed. The work includes maintaining sanitary, infection-free conditions and may involve damp, dusty, and dirty areas; cleaning human waste and other bodily fluids; and handling cleaning solvents and chemicals. The attendant must comply with applicable regulations and use germicidal solutions according to training and instructions. General supervision is provided by a professional supervisor, who consults on difficult problems and reviews completed work. Tasks are usually performed with little direct supervision, allowing independent judgment. The position exercises no supervision. Encompass describes itself as an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workplace diversity. It states that employees receive support and recognition from coworkers and management and can pursue professional achievement and personal satisfaction in a dynamic and friendly environment.

Requirements

Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public.
Valid driver’s license.
Must be able to move continuously during work hours.
Must be able to lift and/or carry 25 to 45 pounds.
Must be able to lift, carry, walk, sit, push, and pull.

Nice To Haves

Previous housekeeping experience is highly preferred.
Prior hard-surface (resilient floor) care experience is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

Clean and supply patient rooms, treatment rooms, restrooms, nurseries, nursing stations, lounges, offices, waiting areas, and other assigned areas.
Operate mechanized cleaning equipment, such as vacuums.
Maintain the facility in a sanitary and infection-free condition by washing, cleaning, and replacing equipment and furnishings.
Remove trash and linen from the facility as needed and dispose of trash, waste, and other disposable materials.
Follow job assignments and clean furniture, light fixtures, windowsills, and other surfaces by damp dusting.
Empty trash containers daily.
Wet mop floors in rooms and bathrooms and damp mop corridor floors, lobbies, dining areas, and other areas daily.
Clean wash basins, mirrors, commodes, and showers, and clean air vents.
Report needed repairs promptly to a supervisor, including issues such as leaky faucets or toilets, loose tile, broken windowpanes, or missing nuts or screws.
Wash windows as scheduled and periodically check assigned areas for spills, water, and similar conditions.
Follow instructions and training for the use of germicidal solutions.
Comply with applicable regulations, including OSHA, EPA, and State Health Department regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned.