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Job Summary
Responsible for safe, efficient processing of each waste stream throughout CAMC. This shall include processing Infectious Medical Waste for incineration or boxing Infectious Medical Waste for shipment. Other duties include transporting solid waste either in lidded carts or transporting 12.0-ton compactor via truck, as well as equipment maintenance and maintenance of hospital grounds and exterior facilities. Individuals in the position are cross trained to function as incinerator operators, CDL drivers, recyclers, and general waste technicians. Employees may access secure medication supply areas to complete assigned job duties.
Responsibilities
• Operate, maintain, and clean equipment used in the management and treatment of infectious medical waste.
• Sort recycling material into the appropriate categories and process recycled waste through a paper shredder, heavy duty paper/cardboard baler, and trash compactor.
• Drive large 18-26-foot transport truck and ten-wheel truck with roll off container with standard transmission. Must have Class D driver's License with hazardous materials (hazmat) endorsement and complete the CAMC Defensive Drivers Training course. (If applicants do not have Hazmat endorsement, it will be required within 30 days of employment. Employees may drive Recycle trucks or trucks to move furniture, but will not be able to operate the truck that hauls Infectious Medical Waste)
• Assist with preventive maintenance on the incinerator, baler, paper shredder, transport trucks, grounds keeping equipment, tools, and material.
• Check all meters and gauges, record all information, give timely and appropriate estimate of materials needed to perform duties.
• Clean and disinfect trash carts, trash collection room, and maintain interior and exterior facilities in a safe and functional condition. When working in the sorting area, machines (shredder, baler, conveyor) and the floor of the work area are to be cleaned as well prior to the end of the employee shift.
• Remove litter from grounds and parking areas.
• Maintain the lawns, shrubs, and plants in a neat and attractive condition.
• Report problems in operating the incinerator to minimize pollutant emissions and assure compliance with the EPA Clean Air Act amendment.
• Maintain acceptable ash quality and monitor through sampling.
• Maintain daily records and logs in accordance with state and federal regulations and perform inspections to identify problems.
• Assist with moving furniture and equipment throughout the Health System as required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Patient Group Knowledge (Only applies to positions with direct patient contact)
The employee must possess/obtain (by the end of the orientation period) and demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide developmentally appropriate assessment, treatment or care as defined by the department's identified patient ages. Specifically the employee must be able to demonstrate competency in: 1) ability to obtain and interpret information in terms of patient needs; 2) knowledge of growth and development; and 3) understanding of the range of treatment needed by the patients.
Competency Statement
Must demonstrate competency through an initial orientation and ongoing competency validation to independently perform tasks and additional duties as specified in the job description and the unit/department specific competency checklist.
Common Duties and Responsibilities
(Essential duties common to all positions)
1. Maintain and document all applicable required education.
2. Demonstrate positive customer service and co-worker relations.
3. Comply with the company's attendance policy.
4. Participate in the continuous, quality improvement activities of the department and institution.
5. Perform work in a cost effective manner.
6. Perform work in accordance with all departmental pay practices and scheduling policies, including but not limited to, overtime, various shift work, and on-call situations.
7. Perform work in alignment with the overall mission and strategic plan of the organization.
8. Follow organizational and departmental policies and procedures, as applicable.
9. Perform related duties as assigned.
Education
• High School Diploma or GED (Required) Experience: None
Credentials
• Drivers License-Class D (Required) Must have Class D drivers License with hazardous materials (hazmat) endorsement. Must possess HAZMAT endorsement within 30 days of employmentMust have Class D drivers License with hazardous materials (hazmat) endorsement. Must possess HAZMAT endorsement within 30 days of employment
• Drivers License (Required)
Work Schedule: Days
Status: Full Time Regular 1.0
Location: General Hospital
Location of Job: US:WV:Charleston
Talent Acquisition Specialist: Sandi L. Ray sandi.ray@vandaliahealth.org