Environmental Services Technician I

Environmental Services Technician I

Company: North Carolina State University

Job Location:

Category: Custodial and Housekeeping

Type: Full-Time

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Department: 445080 - Environmental Services

Location: Raleigh, NC

Essential Job Duties:
Are you looking for a fulfilling career where you can make a tangible difference in creating a clean and welcoming environment? We are seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Environmental Service Technician to join our exceptional team at NC State's Facilities Division. In this vital role, you will help maintain over 10 million square feet of campus space, ensuring a safe and inviting atmosphere for students, staff, and visitors.

With the support of a dynamic team of over 320 professionals, you'll have the opportunity to grow your skills and take pride in your work while contributing to our vibrant campus community. Join us and be a part of a team that takes pride in delivering exceptional service to one of the most prestigious campuses in the region. Apply today and help us keep NC State shining bright!

Working Hours: 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m., Saturday - Wednesday

Key responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to:

• Clean and sanitize designated areas using standard cleaning assignments to maintain a safe and hygienic environment
• Report any discrepancies, damages, or maintenance needs within buildings and promptly respond to emergencies and inclement weather
• Operate housekeeping equipment such as vacuums, mops, and scrubbers to complete tasks like dusting, disinfecting, and replenishing supplies
• Remove and manage recycling from centralized indoor recycling sites
• Occasionally shampoo and extract carpets, and assist with pressure washing of entrances, exterior walls, and windows.
• Assist with window washing and other seasonal cleaning tasks as needed
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and the general public, and follow verbal and written instructions related to work assignments and operational needs.
• Perform lifting duties up to 30 pounds frequently and 60 pounds occasionally, with or without reasonable accommodations, and perform physical tasks such as grasping, pushing, and pulling cleaning equipment; reaching overhead; bending, squatting, climbing, and maintaining balance.

Other Work/Responsibilities:

• Perform snow and ice removal within a team environment during inclement weather, in addition to coordinating with coworkers during group response to emergencies.
• Perform team cleaning tasks and projects during breaks, and when space is accessible.
• May be required to fill in for absenteeism outside of the assigned area.
• May on occasion assist in stripping and refinishing floors.
• Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs of the organization and evolving priorities.

Minimum Experience/Education:
Some knowledge of cleaning procedures, ability to follow instructions and to perform medium to heavy physical work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Special certification may be required for some of these positions.

Required Qualifications:

• The position requires the ability to frequently lift 30 lbs. and occasionally up to 60 lbs. (with or without reasonable accommodation), grasp, push, and pull cleaning equipment, reach above shoulders, bend, squat, climb, balance.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and the public, and follow instructions and communications regarding assignments.
• Previous experience in performing housekeeping duties.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience performing housekeeping duties in a university or commercial environment.
• Working knowledge of proper cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting techniques, including the safe use of chemicals, equipment, and supplies to maintain a hygienic and safe environment.
• Demonstrated ability to operate housekeeping equipment such as vacuums, mops, scrubbers, and pressure washers, and to perform tasks including floor stripping and refinishing, carpet extraction, window washing, and seasonal cleaning projects.
• Ability to recognize and report discrepancies, damages, or maintenance needs; respond appropriately to emergencies and inclement weather; and manage recycling and cleaning priorities in a timely and reliable manner.

Required license or certification: N/A.

Position Number: 00040311