Environmental Support Specialist

Summary of Responsibilities:

The Environmental Support Specialist will perform any combination cleaning duties as outlined by the Health Division Director in the Environmental Support Services General Cleaning policy. The position will report directly to the Health Department and must be available to perform these duties after business hours on a part time basis for the Perkins Family Clinic and the OES Building.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure the Health Division standards of cleanliness are achieved and maintained for the Perkins Family Clinic and the OES Building.
• Assist in maintaining inventory of supplies and equipment necessary to perform daily tasks and notify Health Division Director to replenish supply inventory.
• Knowledgeable and aware of the locations of hazardous material (HazCom), Bloodborne Pathogens and Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Notify Health Division Director concerning the need for structural repairs or operational issues to mechanical systems.
• Attend staff meetings for proper training regarding materials and procedures of the Health Department.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• One (1) year environmental service or housekeeping experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Basic knowledge of environmental service procedures and equipment.
• Knowledge of maintenance and preventive methods and procedures used in keeping building surfaces in clean, orderly, and safe condition.
• Knowledge of safe lifting and carrying practices of up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to perform the duties of the position while being exposed to risks associated with travel between buildings and airborne fumes or airborne particles.
• Ability to safely prepare cleaning solutions according to manufacturer specifications.
• Walking, or standing for long periods of time; occasional bending, squatting, kneeling, stooping; good finger dexterity and feeling; frequent repetitive motions; talking hearing and visual acuity.
• Must be able to read, understand, apply and retain knowledge of departmental rules, regulations, and policies.
• Ability to arrange materials and complete tasks according to a specific criteria created by the department.

Conditions of Employment:

The Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma operates a drug-free workplace.

• Must submit to and pass applicable drug test. 
• Negative Annual TB testing results.
• Hepatitis A & B, Tdap, MMR and Varicella vaccinations, proof of previous vaccinations or proof of positive titer.
• Must pass background investigations for suitability of character identified in accordance with the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act. 
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver license with no serious violations.