Environmental Services Technician

Loyola University

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental Services Technician at Loyola University Maryland is responsible for operating equipment to finish and clean floors and carpets, and performing general custodial care of buildings, offices, and furniture. This includes cleaning and disinfecting various surfaces, vacuuming, dusting, polishing, and replenishing supplies in areas like bathrooms and drinking fountains. The role also involves collecting and removing trash and recyclables, operating specialized floor care equipment like auto scrubbers, burnishers, and carpet extractors, and performing setups for special and athletic events. Additionally, the technician is expected to report malfunctions and unsafe conditions, manage supplies, and maintain positive relationships within the college community. The position is full-time, evening shift (4pm-12am), and is based on the Loyola University Maryland Main Campus.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Less than 12 months work experience
Must be able to use and operate floor and carpet care equipment
Knowledge of cleaning equipment maintenance
Must be able operate assigned tools and housekeeping equipment or be willing to learn
Must be able to work with chemicals and cleaning solutions and their application
Must be able to lift and transport supplies
Must be able to read and follow instructions and Safety Data Sheets
Must be able to follow all safety requirements and work in personal protective equipment
Good oral and written communication skills
Should be able to work effectively under general supervision
Ability to support the mission and values of a Catholic Jesuit education, as well as University goals for institutional diversity
All candidates must be eligible to work in the United States and complete employment eligibility verification by the first day of employment at Loyola University Maryland, as required by law (e.g., Form I-9)
Successful candidates for any staff, faculty, or administrative position at Loyola University Maryland will be subject to a pre-employment background check

Responsibilities

Operate equipment to finish and clean floors and clean carpets
Perform custodial care of buildings, offices and furniture: clean walls, furniture, windows, tiles, fixtures, equipment and floors
Vacuum in all buildings and dust and polish specified areas and/or furnishings
Clean all types of floor surfaces
Clean and disinfect bathroom areas and replenish supplies
Clean and disinfect drinking fountains and bathroom areas and replenish supplies
Wash furnishings, walls, windows, tile, fixtures, equipment and floors
Clean chalkboards, erasers and chalk trays and replenish chalk
Clean and dust bulletin cases, pictures, trophy cases, fixtures, door frames and related furnishings
Clean elevator door tracks
Perform all cleaning tasks in a timely and complete manner
Collect and remove trash and recyclables
Clean all types of flooring surfaces, including stairs
Use an auto scrubber in certain buildings to remove soil and spills from non-carpeted floors
Report malfunctions, unsafe conditions, repairs and damages of equipment, fixtures and buildings to supervisor
Pick up, distribute and monitor and secure supplies and equipment
Maintain open and responsive relationships with the college community, including guests, students and other employees
Shampoo carpets or use carpet stain remover and gum remover to remove carpet stains and gummy soil
Operate burnish or spray buff equipment to finish floors
Operate floor care equipment including floor scrubbers and carpet extractors
Clean and refill floor drains
Clean interior and exterior of laundry washers and dryers
Perform setup for special and athletic events
Sweep or shovel snow from buildings, entrances and steps
Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor
Attend and participate in required training for role