Environmental Technician I/II

Great Plains Tribal Health; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Plains Tribal Health seeks an Environmental Services Technician I/II to ensure clean and safe environments across GPTLHB facilities, including the Oyate Health Center. The role covers daily cleaning, infection control, and routine maintenance tasks performed with proper protective measures.

Ideal candidates have hospital housekeeping exposure, strong communication, and the ability to work independently while adhering to health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED; Five years of service at GPTLHB/Oyate Health Center at Level 1, or demonstrated proficiency as an Environmental Services Technician.
• Entry-level position; no post-secondary education required; willingness to train the right person.

Responsibilities

• Vacuums, mops floors and other areas daily using antiseptic techniques.
• Operates carpet cleaning equipment and spot cleaners.
• Strips and re-applies floor sealer and finish; polishes with electric floor polisher.
• Uses vacuum cleaner with water attachments for wet floor pick-up and spills.
• Cleans toilets, urinals, sinks, showers and fixtures with germicidal solutions.
• Washes walls, windows, blinds, doors and glass partitions.
• Replenishes supplies and disposes of waste.
• Receives clean hospital linen deliveries.
• Reports repair needs to appropriate personnel.

Skills

Housekeeping experience

Valid drivers license

Microsoft Office

Verbal and written communication

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Carpet cleaning equipment

Vacuum cleaner with water attachments

Job description

Position Title: Environmental Services Technician I/II

Division: OHC

Reports To: Environmental Services Supervisor

Direct Reports: N/A

This position is responsible for providing environmental services throughout buildings of the Great Plains Tribal Leaders’ Health Board (GPTLHB), including the Oyate Health Center (OHC).

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Position Title: Environmental Services Technician I/II

Division: OHC

Reports To: Environmental Services Supervisor

Direct Reports: N/A

Job Summary

This position is responsible for providing environmental services throughout buildings of the Great Plains Tribal Leaders’ Health Board (GPTLHB), including the Oyate Health Center (OHC).

Essential Functions

The following functions are fundamental to the position and are required of all incumbents, with or without reasonable accommodation. These functions define the role and are not an exhaustive list of all duties.

• Vacuums, dust mops, wet mops floors, stairways, corridors, elevators, clinics, exam rooms, waiting rooms,utility rooms, offices, bathrooms and other assigned areas daily; cleans patient care areas rooms on special cleaning detail as instructed using proper antiseptic techniques; and, vacuums ceiling vents as required.
• Operates carpet cleaning equipment, using spot cleaners and chemical solutions.
• Strips and re-applies floor sealer and finish as necessary. Polishes and buffs floor with electric floor polisher.
• Uses vacuum cleaner with water equipment attachments for wet floor pick-up, plumbing overflow and other floor flooding cleaning methods.
• Scrubs and cleans toilet bowls, urinals, , sinks, showers and fixtures, mirrors, soap dispensers with appropriate germicidal solutions.
• Washes walls, windows, blinds, doors, light covers and glass partitions.
• Replenishes paper supplies and liquid soap in dispensers, hand sanitizers where applicable.
• Empties and cleans waste receptacles; replaces liners; collect infectious waste in red bags to be picked up by a contractor who disposes at a proper state disposal plant.
• Collects soiled linen from the utility room and transports bin for laundry pickup. Replaces bags on hamper frame as needed. Removes and replaces soiled cubicle curtains, drapes and shower curtains as necessary.
• Receives clean hospital linen deliveries.
• Determines what isolation cleaning procedures are necessary in-patient care areas/rooms; uses prescribed protective and isolation cleaning procedures.
• Reports repair needs to appropriate personnel.
• Maintains activity log of daily, weekly, and monthly routine cleaning activities.
• Maintain workspace, clean area and stock inventory in closet/hub.
• Performs related duties.
• Performs the core responsibilities of the position accurately, timely, and in accordance with established standards.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance consistent with the position’s schedule and operational needs.
• Communicates effectively with internal and external stakeholders as required by the role.
• Adheres to all applicable policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Utilizes required systems, tools, and technology necessary to perform the job.
• Maintain professional behavior and work unsupervised.

This Position Requires The Ability To Perform The Essential Functions Of The Job, With Or Without Reasonable Accommodation. Physical Demands And Work Environment May Include

• The work requires considerable and strenuous physical exertion, repetitive tasks which require the employee to stand, walk, bend, crouch or stoop: use hands and fingers to manipulate, handle or feel; must be able to read, write, speak and hear. The employee frequently lifts light and heavy objects up to 20lbs on occasion, employee must handle contaminated materials capable of causing injury if improperly handled, and work in environments susceptible to communicable diseases. The employee is exposed to dust, dirt, and irritating chemicals which require the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gowns, gloves.
• Participates in Core Connections training and applies GPTLHB Core Connections concepts and practices in their work.
• Familiarity and/or experience working with American Indian populations and respect for and knowledge of traditional, cultural, and spiritual practices of diverse American Indian communities, as well as an ability to work with other culturally and ethnically diverse populations.
• Proficiency with computer programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other Internet technologies.
• Valid driver’s license must be kept current, and certificates, credentials or licenses must be kept current and consistent with regulations required by applicable federal, state and/or grant regulations as applies to position.
• Work in a cooperative and professional manner with OHC and GPTLHB staff.
• Treat Great Plains tribes and collaborators with dignity and respect.
• Utilize effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Advance personal educational development by attending training sessions and seminars as appropriate.
• Exemplify excellent customer service with tribal stakeholders, health board colleagues, program partners, service recipients, visitors and guests.
• Foster a work environment of wellness, courtesy, friendliness, helpfulness and respect.
• Consistently demonstrate respect for and acceptance of differing capabilities, cultures, gender, age, sexual orientation and/or personalities.
• Maintain and ensure organizational privacy and confidentiality.
• Promote an alcohol, tobacco and drug-free lifestyle.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: LEVEL 1

None. Housekeeping experience in a healthcare setting preferred, but willing to train the right person.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: LEVEL 2

Knowledge (Level 2) Education/Relevant Experience

HS Diploma or GED. Five (5) years of service at Great Plains Tribal Leaders Health Board/Oyate Health Center at Level 1; Or demonstrated proficiency as an Environmental Services Technician

This is an entry-level position requiring no post-secondary education. Qualified individuals must have general experience performing simple, routine, or repetitive tasks or operations that typically include following step- by-step general experience operating simple equipment or equipment that operates repetitively and requires little or no previous training or experience.

Native American/American Indian Preference in hiring will be applied as defined in title 25 usc 44-46 &474.

Employment is contingent upon the outcome of all required criminal background checks and pre-employment drug screen.

Compliance with our Employee Health Procedure

You are required to agree that you will comply with all job-related employee health screening and immunizations prior to your first day of employment. Jobs require that you have documentation that you have completed the following immunizations prior to your first day of employment: MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella, Varicella (Chicken Pox), Hepatitis B, Influenza, T-dap (Tetanus - Diphtheria - Pertussis), and COVID-19 vaccination is required.