WASTE DISPOSAL TRANSPORTER

Manchester NH

Description

WASTE DISPOSAL TRANSPORTER (temporary position) Elliot Health System, Manchester, NH Days / EOW 40 hours per week, 6:00am-2:30pm, temporary position POSITION SUMMARY Works under the close supervision of the Environmental Services Supervisor to sustain the engagement of Elliot Essentials in all actions while removing, handling, packaging and transporting solid waste, confidential paper, regulated medical waste, sharps, and recyclables, from points of generation as well as central collection sites within the facility to the designated locations to be packaged for disposal according to established department policies and procedures. Maintains the cleanliness of collection/transporting bins for solid waste, regulated medical waste, and recyclables according to established department policies and procedures. Performs functions of the Technician I or Technician II as needed. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Empties solid waste, regulated medical waste, sharps, confidential paper, and recyclables from collection bins. according to established schedule. • Transports covered wheeled dumpsters of solid waste, regulated medical waste, sharps, confidential paper, and recyclables from collection sites to designated areas. • Packages and labels regulated medical waste according to policy. • Visually inspects each regulated medical waste bag as it is removed from collection bin to ensure it is properly packaged according to established criteria. Notifies Supervisor of any bag not meeting packaging criteria and assists in repackaging to proper status. Reports improperly packaged medical waste on occurrence report indicating root cause whenever possible, i.e., unsolidified suction canister, untied bag, single bag, etc.. • Operates compactor for solid waste and cardboard/recyclable paper. • Loads and unloads solid waste, regulated medical waste, sharps, confidential paper, construction waste, and recyclable commodities into designated containers. • Loads and unloads transport truck with regulated medical waste and recycle metals. • Drives transport truck on and off property to designated locations. • Handles the recycling activity at metals recycle place of business. • Separates recyclable commodities collected and distributes into designated containers. • Exchanges sharp containers from points of generation. • Records all activities on designated forms and submits to Waste Supervisor. • Cleans & stickers all wheeled dumpsters according to established cleaning schedules. • Responds immediately to solid, recycle, or regulated medical waste spill clean ups; delivery of empty collection bins, or extra pick-ups. • Reports all damaged areas, defective equipment, and areas in poor appearance, or unsafe situations. • Inspects all products used or maintained to prevent expiration condition. • Cleans compactor area when it is removed for emptying. • Cleans and organizes Waste Dock and all waste storage areas. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS • Requires the ability to engage and communicate with Elliot Essentials, I CARE, I SERVE, I INSPIRE, with all interactions. • Requires the ability to perform repetitive or routine duties working from detailed instructions and under standard procedures. • Requires the making of minor decisions. • Demonstrates the ability to follow all organization safety policies. • Demonstrates competency to use good judgment and problem-solving skills. • Demonstrates competency to communicate in English to read, write, and speak. • Demonstrates competency to use and understand the following computer programs: time and attendance, bed tracking, disinfection equipment, organization education programs, text communications, and Microsoft Outlook. • Demonstrates competency in following department waste handling and packaging techniques and procedures as written. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/LICENSURE • Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. • Experience: Healthcare and/or cleaning experience preferred. • Certification/Licensure: Valid Driver’s License. Must be able to pass DOT physical. OTHER REQUIREMENTS • Schedule: Varied shifts with weekend rotation. • Other: Must be able to provide driving record from state of current driver’s license. For more information, please contact: Jamie LeBow Recruiter, Human Resources Email: Jamie.LeBow @solutionhealth.org You can also apply online: All inquiries will remain confidential. Elliot Health System (EHS) is the largest provider of comprehensive healthcare services in Southern New Hampshire. The cornerstone of EHS is Elliot Hospital, 296-bed acute care facility located in Manchester, NH. Together, Southern New Hampshire Health and Elliot Health System, the founding members of SolutionHealth, are committed to innovative care and collaboration models that improve the health and well-being of more than half a million residents of our region. We start with committing to do the right thing, for each patient, always. To learn more please visit: SolutionHealth is an equal opportunity employer embracing the strength that diversity brings to the workplace. We provide a welcoming and supportive environment for employees of all ethnic backgrounds, cultures, ages, lifestyles and physical abilities.