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What they do
A Sanitation Specialist completes sanitation inspections and monitors sanitation practices for a company or government public health agency. Maintains cleanliness and equipment sanitation at a production facility, monitors safe storage of supplies, and inspects and monitors product safety. May inspect public and food service establishments and report on compliance with public health requirements, or advise on sanitation for public health initiatives.
$28,666 / year median in Kentucky
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Job Description :
Job Summary Responsible for the distribution and storage of reusable linen, garments, and other items. Provides cleaning services to ensure a safe, sanitary, comfortable, and homelike environment for residents, staff, and the public. Handles, folds, sorts, processes, and transports laundry and linen throughout the facility to maintain adequate supplies for resident needs. Performs duties in accordance with facility policies and procedures, as well as state and federal regulations, to support an environment that enhances residents' quality of life. Essential Functions- Operates sterilizers and electric cleaning equipment to dispose of infectious waste and maintain facility cleanliness.
- Follows safety procedures, wears required safety equipment, and reports unsafe conditions.
- Records and adjusts sterilizer temperatures to maintain compliance with regulations.
- Inspects and maintains equipment, performing preventative maintenance and documenting findings.
- Cleans and disinfects patient rooms, operating rooms, common areas, and furnishings according to policies and schedules.
- Mixes and uses cleaning chemicals and solutions as required.
- Collects, sorts, and processes soiled linen and laundry, maintaining infection control standards.
- Stocks cleaning carts and supplies, replenishes bathroom items, and secures housekeeping materials.
- Disposes of trash, bio-hazardous, and other waste materials in accordance with facility policies.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- 50% of the time) B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 2. Occasional ( 50% of the time) D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 3. Intermittent (10%
- 50% of the time) E.
Repetitive motion:
3. Intermittent (10%- 50% of the time) H.
Working in confined spaces:
2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 3. Intermittent (10%- 50% of the time) K.
Job-related travel:
1. Never L.Loud noises:
2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) M.Temperature extremes:
2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 3. Intermittent (10%- 50% of the time) O.
Radiation:
1. Never P.Burns:
2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) Q.Cuts/Punctures:
3. Intermittent (10%- 50% of the time) R.