Environmental Tech (Part -Time)

TCA Health Inc.- NFP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 22,730 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Chicago is seeking a part-time Environmental Technician to ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of clinic facilities. This role includes responsibilities such as cleaning, minor repairs, and groundskeeping. The ideal candidate should possess at least three years of experience in custodial work, preferably within a healthcare environment, and have a valid driver's license. Offering a pay range of $16.50 to $22 per hour, the position requires work on Fridays to Tuesdays and has a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years’ experience in custodial work, preferably in a healthcare setting.
• Must have a current driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and sanitary conditions of clinic property.
• Perform routine maintenance duties such as plumbing and electrical repairs.
• Assist in facility operations including furniture arrangement and supplies delivery.

Skills

Knowledge of building maintenance techniques

Ability to lift up to 100 pounds

Effective communication skills

Skilled in using hand and power tools

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

Job Title: Environmental Tech (Part-time)
Time Range: 11am - 8pm
Days: Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday
Pay Range: $16.50 - $22 per hour.
Department: Facilities

About TCA
TCA Health, a Federally Qualified Health Center located on Chicago's far south side, has been a provider of innovative, accessible, and quality primary care, dental, behavioral health services and more to Chicagoland's underserved communities for over 50 years. The culture at TCA Health is one of service and commitment, and our team of dedicated professionals is the reason why TCA Health continues to be one of Chicago’s leading Federally Qualified Healthcare Centers.

TCA VALUES

• Compassion: We are kind, considerate, and caring.
• Accountability: We take ownership for each person’s experiences.
• Respect: We treat each person with dignity.
• Excellence: We seek the highest level of performance in all we do.
• Stewardship: We strive for racial and health equity, diversity, and inclusion by delivering quality health care and access for all.

Position Summary

Responsible for general maintenance, functionality, safety, and upkeep of all facility-related equipment and property owned or operated by TCA Health, Inc., NFP.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assures the cleanliness and sanitary conditions of all clinic property in accordance with OSHA guidelines including restrooms, waiting areas, and exam rooms.
• Uses brooms, mops, and floor equipment to sweep, mop, strip, and wax floors.
• Uses vacuum cleaners to clean rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and blinds.
• Dusts furniture and equipment.
• Washes walls, ceilings, woodwork, windows, doors, and sills.
• Empties wastebaskets.
• Replenishes restroom supplies.
• Facilitates regular clinic beautification and design.
• Paints touch-up and finish painting of interior and exterior walls.
• Assists staff in furnishing offices, waiting areas, and meeting rooms with appropriate equipment and supplies.
• Assembles and moves furniture, hangs pictures and bulletin boards, makes name plates, moves and sets up tables and chairs.
• Sets up and tears down chairs, tables, and equipment in meeting rooms and function rooms.
• Picks up and delivers supplies and materials to rooms.
• Troubleshoots minor maintenance problems and performs preventive building maintenance involving electrical, structural, plumbing, and equipment repair or replacement.
• Performs routine plumbing repairs such as unstopping toilets, sinks or urinals, fixing water leaks, leaking faucets, and water fountains.
• Performs routine electrical repairs such as changing light bulbs or fluorescent lamps and assists in repairing ballast and light fixtures.
• Performs preventive building maintenance duties, caulks windows and doors, repairs and replaces broken windows.
• Repairs and replaces doorknobs or locks, repairs door closures, patches holes in walls.
• Uses hand tools and power tools in making minor maintenance repairs and maintaining grounds and walks.
• Purchases supplies, equipment, and materials necessary to complete projects at the direction of the Facilities Manager.
• Performs seasonal outdoor restoration and grounds-keeping as deemed necessary or appropriate for weather conditions.
• Assists in clearing snow from entrances and walkways.
• Maintains outdoor landscaping and plants according to established schedule of duties.
• Follows all applicable safety rules and procedures.
• Reports work accomplished orally or on written work order to supervisor.
• Provides assistance to staff, patients, and other visitors as necessary.
• Opens and closes clinic according to security procedures.
• Checks building at beginning and end of shifts.
• Participates in building coverage by working evenings and Saturday rotation as required.

Educational/License Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D. Certificate preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in custodial work, preferable in a health care setting.
• Must have a current driver’s license and daily reliable transportation to cover all sites.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of trades related to building maintenance and repair.
• Knowledge of a variety of building maintenance procedures and techniques.
• Knowledge of machinery, equipment, and tools necessary for the maintenance and repair of medical office buildings.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Skilled in reading and following blueprints and assembly instructions.
• Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards.
• Skilled in using hand and power tools.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the public.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Able to sit, stand and walk throughout the day.
• Able to frequently work outside and be subject to weather conditions.
• Able to utilize vision to operate equipment safely.
• Able to lift, push and/or pull up to 100 pounds.
• Able to reach, stoop, bend, squat.
• Able to type and write legibly.
• Ability to hear within normal range.
• Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Subject to outdoor weather conditions.
• Noise level is moderate.