Vehicle/Equipment Operator I

Caswell Developmental Center; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Caswell Developmental Center on North Carolina's Eastern Region campus seeks a dedicated Environmental Services staff member to handle linen pick-up, delivery of clean linens, and incontinent product distribution across multiple homes and programs.

The role involves sorting, folding, washing and sanitizing carts, and maintaining a clean vehicle. Workers must meet minimum qualifications, with duties assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of vehicle used in daily tasks.
• Ability to perform pre-operational check of vehicles/equipment.
• Ability to recognize emergency situations and follow appropriate procedures.
• Working knowledge of applicable traffic laws and other established regulatory requirements for daily task.
• Ability to carry out verbal and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Pickup of soiled linen and delivery of clean linen to all homes and program areas on campus.
• Deliver incontinent products to all homes on campus.
• Assist with sorting and folding of soiled and clean linens as needed.
• Wash and sanitize laundry carts and the soiled linen room.

Skills

Vehicle knowledge

Pre-operational checks

Emergency procedures

Traffic laws knowledge

Follow verbal and written instructions

Job description

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

Responsible for the pickup of soiled linen and the delivery of clean linen to all homes and program areas on campus; deliver incontinent products to all homes on campus, assist with the sorting and folding of soiled and clean linens as needed. Wash and sanitize laundry carts and the soiled linen room. Keep vehicle clean and sanitary at all times. Performs additional duties as requested by the supervisor.

Knowledge Skills And Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $32,287.00 - $56,502.00

*Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.*

*The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:*

• Working knowledge of vehicle utilized in performance of daily tasks
• Ability to perform pre-operational check of vehicles/equipment
• Ability to recognize emergency situations and follow appropriate procedures
• Working knowledge of applicable traffic laws and other established regulatory requirements for daily task
• Ability to carry out verbal and written instructions

Physical Requirements: Ability to exert up to 100 lbs. of force.

Department: Environmental Services

Work Hours: 6:30 AM - 3 PM, M - F

About

Caswell Developmental Center, serving as North Carolina's Eastern Region resource center, provides specialized residential, programmatic, and support services for individuals with developmental disabilities. The individuals we serve are at the heart of our facility. Our team is critical to the mission of the facility.

We strive to create an environment in which every team member contributes to the overall success of the Center to positively impact the lives of those around them and the individuals we service. If you are looking to make a difference and seeking a rewarding career, we encourage you to consider this opportunity.

Supplemental Contact Information

DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. To be considered for employment, an applicant must be in good standing with the Health Care Personnel Registry and other licensing boards/agencies. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.

Application Process

• Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates and Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.