Additional specifics about job requirements, project, etc.:

Must be fully vaccinated
Reliable transportation
Will be working at client sites

2 week schedule (every other weekend off)
11am-7:30PM or 3PM - 11:30PM , possible OT.
5 days a week

Job Description:
Washington Hospital Center - 110 Irving St. N.W. GC-15 Washington, DC 20010

Medical screenings required:

• OSHA Respirator Questionnaire
• TDAP Vaccine
• Titer MMR
• Titer Varicella
• TSpot – TB Blood Test

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 Stericycle 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 disposal

Solid waste
RMW
o Recycling
o Hazardous
o Confidential

• Operates compactors and/or shredders as required
• Unload waste from incoming vehicles. Separates non-autoclavable waste to be incinerated
• Stage waste in area and/or properly stack waste for scanning in the Bio track system for proper recordkeeping purposes
• Scan waste carts for radioactivity and other adverse materials
• Load treatment equipment with waste for processing and/or properly package waste for transport off site. Operates RMW waste treatment equipment
• Wash 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-use
• Decontaminates vehicles cargo-carrying portion, reloads assigned re-usable tubs and insures cargo-carrying portion of vehicle does not have free liquid on the floor
• Make simple adjustment or repairs such as realigning belts, replacing grinder teeth and/or repairing containers, escalating major repair issues to mechanic
• Maintains a clean environment through housekeeping program. Ensures spills cleaned up, floor is dry, and debris not on floor, etc., are addressed immediately
• Greets hospital personnel in a professional and friendly manner
• May or may not perform the following

o 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 assigned

Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1 Years of Experience, preferably in warehouse, environmental services or related field

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $16.00 - $16.80 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person