Building Environmental Technician

Position Overview

Provide housekeeping and building services for residential students, visiting faculty, guests, and conference participants, ensuring the safest and cleanest environment possible. Responsibilities include proper maintenance of cleaning equipment and compliance with departmental SOPs.

Hours and Location

40 hours per week, Monday–Friday 7:00 am – 3:30 pm, with occasional evening and weekend hours as needed. Work location varies within Housing and Residence Life.

Salary Range

$33,540 – $37,594 annually (Anticipated hiring range $33,540 – $35,020).

FLSA Status

Non‑Exempt

Responsibilities

• Perform basic cleaning tasks (sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, waste removal, restocking restrooms, disinfecting/sanitizing).
• Operate and maintain housekeeping equipment such as motor scrubbers, vacuum cleaners, carpet extractors, floor buffers, and electrostatic sprayers.
• Cleans spaces of ill students and sanitizes high‑contact areas to prevent communicable disease spread.
• Monitor stairwells, entrance areas, and common areas for cleanliness, perform high‑level and low‑level dusting, and maintain inventory of cleaning materials.
• Respond to emergency situations on weekends and nights, including natural disasters, disease containment, and equipment failures.
• Follow University Safety, State, and OSHA requirements; practice hazard protocols when handling bodily fluids and chemicals.
• Maintain safety manuals, report hazards, and participate in training related to equipment, safety, and emergency procedures.
• Build positive customer relationships with residents, respecting privacy and maintaining a respectful environment.

Qualifications

• Some knowledge of cleaning procedures and the ability to follow instructions.
• Experience operating specialized floor‑cleaning equipment and performing medium to heavy physical work.
• Ability to adapt schedules to meet customer needs and work collaboratively with team members.

Position Details

• Position Number:
• Department: Housing & Residence Life (Administration)
• Work Unit: Housing and Residence Life