BUILDING CLEANING WORKER I-II

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Health and Human Services, and New Hampshire Hospital has a Full-Time vacancy for a Building Cleaning Worker I-II.

Summary:

BCW I: To perform independent cleaning, custodial or janitorial duties associated with the care, cleaning, and maintenance of New Hampshire Hospital; may include assignment to multiple units, areas, or locations.

BCW II: To serve as a team or crew lead, and/or shift point person and to independently provide a full range of cleaning, custodial or janitorial duties associated with the care, cleaning, and maintenance of New Hampshire Hospital; may include assignment to multiple units, areas or locations.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS: Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

Other information:

BCW I:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience: 8th Grade Education

License/Certification: None

Other Requirements : None

Trainee Option : Not applicable

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of the methods and practices of cleaning services in a large complex, health facility, or building

• Knowledge of the principles and processes for providing customer and personal services

• Knowledge of quality standards for health, environment and safety

• Ability to read and write and to prepare both written and oral reports

• Ability to listen and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences

• Ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations)

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

• Ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong

• Must be willing to maintain appearance appropriate to assigned duties and responsibilities as determined by the agency appointing authority

AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS: None

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No

Criteria: None

Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No

Criteria: 37-2010BGA01 (Level 1 to Level 2)

For promotion from the 37-2010 Building Cleaning Workers-1 job title to the 37-2010 Building Cleaning Workers-2 job title, the eligibility requirements in Personnel Rule 303.08 Broad Group Level Advancement must be satisfied, as well as the following criteria:

1. Has one (1) year of experience functioning as a Building Cleaning Worker-1

2. Receives a satisfactory performance evaluation and is free of discipline, pursuant to Personnel Rule 1003.01, for one year immediately prior to promotion

3. Is up to date on all mandatory in-house training

4. Receives a performance-based recommendation for promotion from the supervisor

BCW II:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience : High School Diploma or equivalent credential.

License/Certification : None

Other Requirements : None

Trainee Option: Not Applicable

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• One year of relevant experience

• Knowledge of the methods and practices of cleaning services in a large complex, health facility, or building

• Knowledge of the principles and processes for providing customer and personal services

• Knowledge of quality standards for health, environment and safety

• Ability to read and write and to prepare both written and oral reports

• Ability to listen and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences

• Ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations)

• Ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer)

• Ability to plan, train and provide work direction to others

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

• Ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong

• Must be willing to maintain appearance appropriate to assigned duties and responsibilities as determined by the agency appointing authority

AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS: None

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No

Criteria: None

Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No

Criteria: None

DISCLAIMERS:

The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.

When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.

Responsibilities:

BCW I:

DETAILED TASKS (STANDARD): None

DETAILED TASKS (AGENCY/POSITION-SPECIFIC):

• Performs light to heavy physical custodial activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and whole-body movement, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, or handling equipment and materials to perform cleaning duties, such as dusting, vacuuming, stripping/buffing/waxing floors, shampooing rugs, washing walls, and glass, and disinfecting.
• Performs routine building and facilities maintenance duties such as changing lightbulbs, adjusting or replacing fixtures, and resetting machinery or environmental systems.
• Removes snow, debris, or garbage from grounds/walkways; salts and sands when needed. Mows, cuts hedges and trims grass. Moves beds, furniture, equipment, partitions, materials, or supplies, either manually or with hand trucks.
• Performs condition checks of cleaning tools/equipment and replaces or repairs as needed; observes operation of building or facility's mechanical, safety, or environmental systems and notifies supervisor or team lead of any issues or concerns.
• Applies appropriate solvents, chemicals, and disinfectants; removes contaminated and non-contaminated waste from buildings/facilities; disposes of waste in a prescribed manner; adheres to health and safety requirements relevant to the work area or facility.
• Stocks supplies and advises the team lead or supervisor when inventory is low or if supplies are needed.

BCW II:

DETAILED TASKS (STANDARD): None

DETAILED TASKS (AGENCY/POSITION-SPECIFIC):

• Leads and mentors’ individuals or crews and ensures that cleaning, shift details, and projects are completed on schedule in the area(s) of responsibility; inspects and reviews the work of team members to ensure quality and that health and safety standards are being followed. Recommends personnel actions or changes to standard operational procedures to supervisor.
• Interacts with building or facility employees, residents, patients, or contractors. Investigates complaints about cleanliness, service, or equipment issues and takes corrective actions on-site. Responds to immediate safety and/or maintenance concerns; refers escalated issues for resolution to supervisor.
• Completes daily activity reports, logs, or notes as necessary. Inventories stock to ensure supplies and equipment are available in adequate amounts and orders or advises the supervisor of what is needed.
• Removes snow, debris, or garbage from grounds/walkways; salts and sands when needed. Mows, cuts hedges and trims grass. Moves beds, furniture, equipment, partitions, materials, or supplies, either manually or with hand trucks.
• Performs light to heavy physical custodial activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and whole-body movement, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, or handling equipment and materials to perform cleaning duties, such as dusting, vacuuming, stripping/buffing/waxing floors, shampooing rugs, washing walls and glass, and disinfecting.
• Applies appropriate solvents, chemicals, and disinfectants and removes contaminated waste and non-contaminated waste from buildings/facilities and disposes of waste in a prescribed manner; adheres to health and safety requirements relevant to the work area or facility.
• Performs routine building and facilities maintenance duties such as changing lightbulbs, adjusting or replacing fixtures, and resetting machinery or environmental systems

For further information please contact Jennica Barrera, Director, Support Services at Jennica.L.Barrera@dhhs.nh.gov or 603-271-8336.

• TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:

The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.

See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay

Other Benefits:

• Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)

• Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts

• State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan

• Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan

• $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance

• Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:

https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx

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TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964