Job Title : Technician IWSS
Location : Washington, DC
Duration : 03 Months
Job Description :
The Technician IWSS is an essential team member of our Hospital Services team. The TM will be responsible for collecting and receiving waste from hospital personnel. Waste should be inspected for acceptance according to
- waste protocols. This team member will partner closely with their supervisor to ensure that all waste remains in compliance.
Key Job Activities :
Separates waste streams into appropriate categories for treatment or disposalSolid waste
o Recycling
o Hazardous
o Confidential
Operates compactors and / or shredders as requiredUnload waste from incoming vehicles. Separates non-autoclavable waste to be incineratedStage waste in area and / or properly stack waste for scanning in the Bio track system for proper recordkeeping purposesScan waste carts for radioactivity and other adverse materialsLoad treatment equipment with waste for processing and / or properly package waste for transport off site. Operates RMW waste treatment equipmentWash and decontaminate waste carts manually and / or operate tub wash unit insuring the wash unit is operating properly. Removes clean tubs from wash unit, inspects tubs and stacks for re-useDecontaminates vehicles cargo-carrying portion, reloads assigned re-usable tubs and insures cargo-carrying portion of vehicle does not have free liquid on the floorMake simple adjustment or repairs such as realigning belts, replacing grinder teeth and / or repairing containers, escalating major repair issues to mechanicMaintains a clean environment through housekeeping program. Ensures spills cleaned up, floor is dry, and debris not on floor, etc., are addressed immediatelyGreets hospital personnel in a professional and friendly mannerMay or may not perform the followingo Perform collection services throughout the hospital
o Interacts with patients and hospital staff in professional manner
o Shift leader responsibilities as needed : i.e. : staffing, proper safety policies and programs are followed; complete shift required documentation; keep manager informed of any pertinent issues
o Notifies management of waste flow issues on hospital floors
o Assists management in scheduling collection and documenting locations
Perform other duties and responsibilities, as assignedExperience :
High School Diploma or equivalent1 Years of Experience, preferably in warehouse, environmental services or related fieldAdditional specifics about job requirements, project, etc. : Reliable transportation
Will be working at client sites
2 week schedule, working part time on week days only. Scheduled week days will vary week by week.
3PM - 11 : 30PM , possible OT.
Required during pre-employment :
OSHA Respirator QuestionnaireTDAP VaccineTiter MMRTiter VaricellaTSpot - TB Blood TestCovid vaccinated
