Working Leader - Environment

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Your Opportunity:

Reporting to the Manager/Supervisor(s) of Environmental Services, the Working Leader position is responsible for relief coverage performing all duties of the Environmental II position such as regular and isolation discharge/transfer cleaning, wall washing, floor restoration, utilization of industrial equipment and hospital approved cleaning products, and collection and transportation of all waste streams within a hospital environment. The leadership responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to, organizing workloads, providing direction and/or guidance to frontline employees, assisting with scheduling, department organization and the completion of quality audits. All duties must be done in compliance with AHS and department policies, procedures and standards. Physical requirements of this position include repetitive bending, kneeling, walking and standing for extended periods, lifting, pushing or pulling heavy and bulky items. Environmental Services is a patient and customer-service-focused department consisting of approximately 6000 employees provincially. Environmental Services is responsible for the 24-hour/7 days per week maintenance of Alberta Health Services hospital’s environmental cleaning and waste stream management functions.

Description:

As a Working Leader - Environmental, you will be responsible for monitoring and directing the day-to-day workload of the Environmental Services department and ensuring maintenance of cleaning equipment and supplies. Your typical duties as the Environmental Working Leader may include developing and maintaining staff schedules; assigning and checking work of the Environmental Services department; assisting with equipment breakdown investigations and providing recommendations for repairs; and coordinating quality assurance functions. You will ensure quality and performance of cleaning tasks in accordance with AHS standards and practices.

Classification:Working Leader - EnvironmentUnion:AUPE GSSUnit and Program:HousekeepingPrimary Location:Sturgeon Community HospitalMulti-Site:Not ApplicableFTE: 0.00Posting End Date:20-JUN-2022Employee Class:Casual/ReliefDate Available:30-JUN-2022Hours per Shift:7.75Length of Shift in weeks:VariesShifts per cycle:VariesShift Pattern:Days, Evenings, Nights, WeekendsDays Off:OtherMinimum Salary: $22.76Maximum Salary: $25.37Vehicle Requirement:Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent. Physically capable to walk and/or stand for the duration of your shift, and perform repetitive physical movements.

Additional Required Qualifications:

A minimum of 2 years of experience performing Environmental Services-related duties in a hospital or institution is required. Comprehensive knowledge relating to all aspects of assigned responsibilities, department policies, procedures and standards is required. Extensive knowledge of floor care restoration, cleaning equipment and tools, including their uses, basic maintenance and troubleshooting is required. Previous knowledge and application of WHMIS are required. Basic knowledge of computer programs such as MS Word, Excel and email is required. Preference will be given to applicants who have a Supervisory/Management Certificate and/or related experience. The successful applicant must be self-motivated and able to work cooperatively with others. Must be able to work with minimal supervision while effectively directing staff. Must have the ability to organize workloads and ensure duties are completed promptly. Composure and the ability to make decisions in emergencies are essential. Applicants must be able to demonstrate the ability to read, write, speak, understand, follow and give written and oral directions in English. All new employees will be required to attend a 2-day Environmental Services Orientation and a 1- day AHS Orientation.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given to those applicants that have previous experience performing environmental cleaning duties in a hospital or institution, as well as extensive knowledge of machines and tools, including their uses, basic maintenance and troubleshooting. Previous knowledge and application of WHMIS would be an asset. A combination of education, training and relevant experience, including customer-service experience, may be considered.