Assistant Environmental Services Director

Assistant Environmental Services Director

Department:  Environmental Services

Schedule   Full time 

Pay:       $33-$35/hr                

 Who we are:

Nestled at the base of Cougar Mountain is a senior living community in Issaquah, Washington unlike any other on the Eastside: Timber Ridge at Talus. When our community of well-traveled, outdoor-loving seniors aren’t visiting other parts of the world, you’ll find them socializing over dinner, hiking a nearby trail or just enjoying the spectacular views. As the area’s first Silver LEED-certified LCS community, our campus and natural setting reflects our residents’ love of the Pacific Northwest. You won't find our unique combination of an all-inclusive lifestyle, superior hospitality, and beautiful location anywhere else. If you’re looking for a different perspective on senior living come join us today!

You will enjoy:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Now Offering DailyPay!
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Savings Account
• Employee assistance program
• PTO and six paid holidays
• Pet insurance and employee discounts (including wireless plan and retail discounts)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free Lyft rides if needed, to and from the Issaquah Transit Center.
• Free Underground parking
• Free meals
• Your personal and professional growth is important to us, so we provide continual professional training and career advancement opportunities.
• You will enjoy being part of a great team in a fun, engaging work environment!

Who you are:

• High School diploma or equivalent is required with a minimum of three to five years' experience.
• Must have the ability to think analytically and make independent and accurate decisions in solving problems and improving services.
• Must have a working knowledge of the environmental services industry including but not limited to the following areas:  Use and care of floor equipment, carpet care techniques, an understanding of infection control practices as well as proper chemical usage and commercial laundry operations.
• Must possess good oral and written communication skills.

General Summary:

The Assistant Environmental Services Manager position is responsible for assisting the Department Director with the care and cleaning of all aspects of the physical plant:  Controlling the quality and timeliness of all work originating in the laundry;  Hiring, training, and supervising all housekeeping and laundry personnel, procuring supplies, chemicals, and equipment, assisting with budget preparation, and operating within budgetary guidelines.

Essential Job Duties:

• Supervises the performance of all housekeeping personnel through personal inspections and other quality control techniques.
• Helps to select, train, evaluate and discipline all housekeeping personnel.
• Maintains and monitors required records, reports and studies.
• Inspects all housekeeping and laundry equipment regularly for proper functioning and safety.  
• Works well with the EVS Director to prepare written communication for the weekly resident newsletter and memos to keep the residents informed.
• Coordinates apartment refurbishing with the Plant Services Team.
• Coordinates department functions with other departments.

Other Duties:

• Interviews vendors & salespeople and purchases environmental services supplies, maintains quality assurance protocols for incoming supplies.  Operates within compliance expectations with CPS approved vendors.
• Operates the Department within budget guidelines
• Supports creating a culture where the business decisions made in this position, along with individual employee engagement, drive top-line revenue and occupancy.
• Exemplifies at all times community standards of cleanliness, sanitation and operational organization.
• Complies with all federal, state and local codes, laws and regulations governing the Community and the Community Health Center.
• Attends and performs in-service training and education sessions as assigned.
• Participates in the rotating Manager on duty schedule.
• Performs specific work duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Department Director.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

 Moderate to heavy physical effort 95% of the workday. Must be able to stand and walk long distances up to 8 hours per day. Must be able to stoop and work from a kneeling position, perform repetitive bending, reaching, and stretching. Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds. independently. Must be able to push and/or pull wheeled carts and equipment weighing up to 100 pounds. over tiled and carpeted surfaces over long distances. Must be able to operate a vacuum, work in confined spaces around furniture and breakable objects, and have constant contact with residents. May be exposed to communicable diseases including influenza, HIV, and Hepatitis. May be exposed to unpleasant odors, high heat levels, and institutional cleaning chemicals.