Job Locations US-NH-Lebanon

ID 2026-41817

Performs the handling, preparation and disposal of various waste streams and materials according to the Medical Center’s Waste Management and Diversion Programs. Operates and maintains the waste autoclaves following prescribed safety and health procedures.

1. Responsible for the proper handling and disposition of all Medical Center discards.



2. Keeps autoclaves operating at required temperature and pressure.



3. Operates the tow motor, picking up waste carts and universal waste containers from designated locations and transporting them to the Waste Management Center.



4. Removes bags and containers of various waste streams from carts, identifies contents, and properly processes or disposes of materials into designated compactor, storage container or area.



5. Removes bags of co-mingled recyclables from carts; identifies by category, sorts into designated categories, placing them in proper containers, and then moving them to designated areas.



6. Shreds all recycled white and colored paper to ensure confidentiality.



7. Prepares landfill log and slips for landfill and weighs all medical waste and recyclables on scale to determine disposal charge to all components.



8. Prepares paperwork for the hauler’s pickup of regulated medical waste.



9. Maintains cleanliness of autoclaves, loading dock, and Waste Management Center.



10. Performs preventive maintenance as scheduled. Makes necessary minor repairs.



11. Operates compactors and communicates with hauler when they are ready to be transported to landfill or other facility.



12. Ensures proper operation of equipment.



13. Identifies and reports improper disposal activities and unsafe conditions to address problem areas and safety concerns.



14. Performs recycling program functions according to the Waste Management Program.



15. Operates other equipment related to the transport, processing, and disposal of materials.



16. Performs other duties as required or assigned.

• High school graduate or equivalent with 2 years of demonstrated work experience preferred.



• Computer capability required.



• Must be knowledgeable in the types of waste materials for proper autoclaving and recycling.

• Must become a Certified Solid Waste Operator through New Hampshire’s Department of Environmental Services Solid Waste Operator Training Program within 1 year.



• Once certified, must participate in annual Professional Development trainings to maintain Certification.

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