The position performs a wide variety of work that requires significant physical effort and knowledge of infection control and hazardous waste procedures to comply with both healthcare and housekeeping industry and safety requirements. In addition to all aspects of WG-3566 Housekeeping Aid Position, this position also operates the facility's San-i-Pak which requires a valid driver's license. The position is located at the Sioux Falls VA Healthcare System.

Duties

Major duties include, but are not limited to: Required to utilize a one-and-a-half ton truck for the transportation of wastes from the VA Hospital to the San-i-Pak area up to four times daily. Required to be certified for forklift operations for a lift capacity of 3000 lbs. in order to process, store, load gay lords and bales of cardboard, mixed paper, newsprint, magazines, plastic, tin and aluminum for transport. Monitors all wastes for appropriate categorization, documentation and weights. Loads and transports all wastes generated from the VA Medical Center, Regional Office, Research and Outbuildings for final disposal, sterilization, incineration, shred or general waste disposal. Required to disinfect and exchange biohazard (red) barrels, safely load, transport, manifest and treat biohazard waste from community facilities through sharing agreements. Maintain the cleanliness of the San-i-Pak and adjacent areas which includes routine scheduled cleaning, disinfecting of carts, barrels, San-i-Pak control room and regulated medical waste cooler. Responsible for the day-to-day operation of the recycle center which includes overall organization, cleanliness, appropriate segregation, baling, storage, shipping and supplies. Provides minor preventative maintenance on all equipment, machinery and transport vehicles, keeping alert to equipment malfunctions, placing work orders, maintaining supplies. Cleans floors (rugs, mats, carpet, vinyl, tile, etc.) using heavy industrial type vacuum cleaners, automatic scrubbers, buffers, burnishers, sweepers, extractors and shampooers. Strips and refinishes appropriate floors. Sweeps, dust mops, damp mops, scrubs and buffs various floors. Performs minor preventative maintenance on this equipment (adjusts, cleans, and changes attachments, equipment and supplies). DESIGNATED DRUG-TESTING POSITION: Applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Applicants will not be appointed to the position if a verified positive drug test result is received. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 3:30pm - 12:00am Position Description Title/PD#: Motor Vehicle Operator/PD80315A Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Bargaining Unit Position: Yes, AFGE/1272 The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 08/12/2024. EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Drive SafelyInterpret Instructions, Specifications (mobile equipment operations)Motor VehiclesWithout more than normal supervisionWork Practices Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Driver's License Requirement: Must possess a valid Driver's License to operate a motor vehicle. (Please do not submit a copy of your license with your application package.) You will be required to show your valid driver's license at the time of your interview. Physical Requirements: You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position. Questions about demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination. Working Conditions: Incumbent is subject to temperature variations - hot, humid, wet conditions in the summer and cold, damp conditions in the winter. Has regular contact with contaminated recyclables and regulated medical wastes. Personal protective equipment is mandatory and reduces the risk of regulated medical waste exposure. May be subject to disagreeable odors created during the treatment process of both regulated medical waste and recycling. Driving conditions will vary during the seasons; potential slippery roads and/or adverse conditions may exist. Work is normally performed in a clean, well-lit, heated and ventilated building. He/she is exposed to noise, vibrations and other potential physical harm from operating power equipment and tools. He/she must use PPE appropriately as they are subject to skin irritation and respiratory symptoms from chemical cleaning solutions. He/she is routinely exposed to disagreeable odors such as feces, vomit, and blood, etc. He/she is also routinely exposed to BBP/OIM, MDROs, contagious diseases and other infectious organisms that can cause physical harm and/or death (if PPE is not used appropriately or is defective). He/she is exposed to potential injury and contamination from sharps, needles, etc. He/she is exposed to predatory pests such as bed bugs, lice and scabies.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Royal C Johnson Veterans Memorial Hospital 2501 West 22nd Street Sioux Falls, SD 57105 US
• Name: Marissa Dobson
• Phone: (612) 467-5704
• Email: [email protected]