1. Supervises the activities of all Environmental Technician II (Lead) and Environmental Technician I positions in compliance with the guidelines and policies provided by the Clinical Services Environmental Services Manager, Tanana Chiefs Conference, and using independent judgment in instances not covered by the guidelines and policies.

2. Develops an effective team of environmental personnel by instructing all employees in the proper methods and use of materials and equipment for safe and efficient work performance, evaluating individual performances to meet established standards, providing required performance evaluations on environmental personnel and making recommendations regarding the retention of new employees.

3. Must stay current and knowledgeable on proper disinfection practices and infection control requirements by following standards and techniques for infection reduction.

4. Must be able to plan and perform daily and major cleaning operations, supervising assigned work projects, and coordinate major cleaning projects with the Clinical Services Environmental Services Manager.

5. Ensures that the quality of environmental services meets established guidelines by frequently inspecting the work of environmental personnel and directing corrective measures to be taken when necessary to meet those guidelines.

6. Provides on the job training for new employees with regard to every phase of their job, which includes equipment and chemical usage. In addition, provides continuing training using on the job coaching methods for current employees.

7. Supervises and trains Environmental Services staff in general cleaning tasks such as, but not limited to, dusting, wet wiping, glass cleaning, vacuuming, polishing and mopping, waxing and stripping, wiping ceiling vents, high/low dusting of window sills, door panels, and display cases, edge vacuuming and baseboard cleaning, refilling paper and soap dispensers, inside and outside garbage pick-up and disposal, biohazard removal, cleaning and sanitizing of exam rooms, bathroom fixtures, drinking centers, hand washing areas, trash containers and lids, doorknobs, all stainless steel, walls, break room surfaces to include counters, tables, sinks, floors, chairs and all other surfaces prone to harbor communicable diseases.

8. Assigns Environmental Staff to minor plumbing repairs such as unclogging sinks and toilets.

9. Supervises, trains, and assigns staff to deep cleaning of exam rooms and other areas as needed or required.

10. Supervises, trains, and assigns staff to light and heavy extraction carpet cleaning and scrubbing of safety flooring using automated equipment.

11. Supervises employees in basic equipment care, checks for wear and damage on assigned equipment.

12. Maintains a continuous supply of paper and chemical supplies stored in work rooms neat and organized. Orders Environmental supplies directly from vendors. Works with Director to establish and maintain supply contracts.

13. Evaluates new environmental supplies and equipment by conducting testing of such items and recommending the appropriateness of their use.

14. Must be able to work nights, evenings, weekends, overtime and holidays.

15. Schedules work activities and adjusts workloads to compensate for scheduled and unscheduled absences, changing priorities, and special facilities projects.

16. Provides continuity of environmental services under emergency conditions or unique circumstances by performing environmental duties directly related to the emergency conditions or as the situation dictates.

17. Provides continuity of supervision and leadership by assuming the duties and responsibilities of Environmental Lead positions as required by special circumstances.

18. Follows the rules and intent of the department's regulations and safety guidelines. Ensures staff maintain Environmental work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations.

19. Maintain Safety Data Sheet records for cleaning products and chemicals.