What are the responsibilities and job description for the Building Environmental Services Technician (Building Services) position at Appalachian State University?
Posting Details
Work experience or education that is NOT included on the application will NOT be considered when screening your application. Please include ALL work experience and education on the application to ensure that you receive the appropriate credit toward qualification for this position.
Position Summary Information
Classification Title Building Environmental Services Technician (Building Services)
Working Title General Utility Worker (Parking Garage Attendant)
Location Boone, NC
Job Category 8
Position Number 0A0211
Not Eligible for Visa Sponsorship
VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S
Department Parking & Transportation - 430100
Primary Purpose Of Position
Position is responsible for cleaning of University parking garage facilities, to include housekeeping responsibilities, power washing, operation of sweepers/scrubbers and other equipment associated with surface cleaning, waste collection and loose trash pickup, and other special assignments including assisting with campus move requests.
Some grounds maintenance responsibilities will be attached to this position according to departmental needs. Snow removal in an assigned area will be the responsibility of this position.
Minimum Qualifications
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.-
License/Certification Required
Essential Job Functions
This position will be responsible for cleaning responsibilities associated with University parking garages to include housekeeping responsibilities;
Type of Position Permanent Full-Time
Staff/Non-Faculty Staff/Non-Faculty
Appointment Type 1.0
Work Schedule/Hours
6:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M. Monday through Friday with the possibility of schedule changes based on departmental need. This position is subject to call back at any time: day, night, weekends, and holidays due to weather events or other emergencies.
This position is considered MANDATORY and is expected to work during University closures, emergencies and adverse weather conditions.
Number of Hours Per Week 40
Number of Months Per Year 12
Mandatory Staff Yes
Physical Demands of Position
Employee must be able to perform the following for extended periods: climbing, bending, stooping, lifting 50 pounds or more, with or without reasonable accommodation. Equipment operation and movements required during daily duties and snow removal requires the employee to be in good general health.
Overall Competency Level Advanced
Salary Grade Equivalency
Salary Range
Anticipated Hiring Range $37,595 - $40,000
Pay will be commensurate with applicant competencies, budget, equity and market considerations.
Posting Details Information
Posting Date 04/10/2026
Closing Date 04/26/2026
Competency Level Statement If no applicants apply who meet the required competencies, then management may consider other applicants at a lower competency level.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please list a minimum of 3 professional references in the application.
Appalachian State University Benefits Information: https://hr.appstate.edu/hr-services/benefits
Finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check.
Must be able to operate university owned vehicles with a valid driver’s license.
Search Chair Name David Isaacs
Search Chair Email isaacsdp@appstate.edu
Applicant Pool Preference External (Post on the Web)
Departmental Information
Quick Link https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/53819
Posting Number 201502960P
Work experience or education that is NOT included on the application will NOT be considered when screening your application. Please include ALL work experience and education on the application to ensure that you receive the appropriate credit toward qualification for this position.
Position Summary Information
Classification Title Building Environmental Services Technician (Building Services)
Working Title General Utility Worker (Parking Garage Attendant)
Location Boone, NC
Job Category 8
Position Number 0A0211
Not Eligible for Visa Sponsorship
VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S
Department Parking & Transportation - 430100
Primary Purpose Of Position
Position is responsible for cleaning of University parking garage facilities, to include housekeeping responsibilities, power washing, operation of sweepers/scrubbers and other equipment associated with surface cleaning, waste collection and loose trash pickup, and other special assignments including assisting with campus move requests.
Some grounds maintenance responsibilities will be attached to this position according to departmental needs. Snow removal in an assigned area will be the responsibility of this position.
Minimum Qualifications
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.-
License/Certification Required
Essential Job Functions
This position will be responsible for cleaning responsibilities associated with University parking garages to include housekeeping responsibilities;
- cleaning of elevators and stairwells; power washing to include specified areas of campus; operation of sweepers, scrubbers, and other equipment used for surface cleaning; and routine collection of trash/recycling from parking garage facilities.
- Proper understanding of cleaning principles and safe use of cleaning chemicals will be required of this position.
- Some grounds maintenance responsibilities will be part of this position, as determined by departmental needs.
- This position will be responsible for operating vehicles used for daily collection of campus waste, street/parking lot sweeping, installing signs, assisting other crews (Grounds Maintenance) with special requests.
- During the winter months this position is responsible for all aspects of snow removal including: shoveling, blowing snow, and removal by truck, tractor, backhoe, and skid steer etc.
- This position will be responsible for minor vehicle maintenance, greasing, checking fluid levels, maintenance on tools and equipment used in the normal course of facilities maintenance responsibilities.
- Ability to operate university owned vehicles with a valid driver’s license.
- This position will be responsible for cleaning responsibilities associated with University parking garages to include housekeeping responsibilities; cleaning of elevators and stairwells; power washing to include specified areas of campus; operation of sweepers, scrubbers, and other equipment used for surface cleaning; and routine collection of trash/recycling from parking garage facilities.
- Proper understanding of cleaning principles and safe use of cleaning chemicals will be required of this position.
- Some grounds maintenance responsibilities will be part of this position, as determined by departmental needs.
- This position will be responsible for operating vehicles used for daily collection of campus waste, street/parking lot sweeping, installing signs, assisting other crews (Grounds Maintenance) with special requests.
- During the winter months this position is responsible for all aspects of snow removal including: shoveling, blowing snow, and removal by truck, tractor, backhoe, and skid steer etc.
- This person will be responsible for minor vehicle maintenance, greasing, checking fluid levels, maintenance on tools and equipment used in the normal course of facilities maintenance responsibilities.
- Position may require operation of bucket truck or aerial work lift for certain tasks.
- Ability to operate university owned vehicles with a valid driver’s license.
- Cleaning experience in an industrial setting.
- Microfiber and green cleaning experience.
- Ability to work within team and individual settings.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Ability to perform medium to heavy physical work.
- Ability to attain any certifications required in some areas.
Type of Position Permanent Full-Time
Staff/Non-Faculty Staff/Non-Faculty
Appointment Type 1.0
Work Schedule/Hours
6:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M. Monday through Friday with the possibility of schedule changes based on departmental need. This position is subject to call back at any time: day, night, weekends, and holidays due to weather events or other emergencies.
This position is considered MANDATORY and is expected to work during University closures, emergencies and adverse weather conditions.
Number of Hours Per Week 40
Number of Months Per Year 12
Mandatory Staff Yes
Physical Demands of Position
Employee must be able to perform the following for extended periods: climbing, bending, stooping, lifting 50 pounds or more, with or without reasonable accommodation. Equipment operation and movements required during daily duties and snow removal requires the employee to be in good general health.
Overall Competency Level Advanced
Salary Grade Equivalency
Salary Range
Anticipated Hiring Range $37,595 - $40,000
Pay will be commensurate with applicant competencies, budget, equity and market considerations.
Posting Details Information
Posting Date 04/10/2026
Closing Date 04/26/2026
Competency Level Statement If no applicants apply who meet the required competencies, then management may consider other applicants at a lower competency level.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please list a minimum of 3 professional references in the application.
Appalachian State University Benefits Information: https://hr.appstate.edu/hr-services/benefits
Finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check.
Must be able to operate university owned vehicles with a valid driver’s license.
Search Chair Name David Isaacs
Search Chair Email isaacsdp@appstate.edu
Applicant Pool Preference External (Post on the Web)
Departmental Information
Quick Link https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/53819
Posting Number 201502960P
Salary : $37,595 - $40,000