Environmental Services Technician

Performs housekeeping/laundry duties in assigned areas in accordance with established cleanliness standards. Cleans furniture and equipment, sanitizes required areas, and collects/disposes of trash. Responsible for cleaning resident rooms, offices and public areas according to established policies and procedures. Operates laundry equipment, sorts soiled linen, delivers and stocks linen, maintains linen inventory. Available as required on weekends and holidays.

• Cleans, mops and sanitizes rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, locker rooms and other work areas so that health standards are met.
• Clean rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and/or draperies, using vacuum cleaners and/or shampooers.
• Empty wastebaskets, empty and clean ashtrays, and transport other trash and waste to disposal areas.
• Dust and polish furniture and equipment.
• Keep storage areas and carts well-stocked, clean, and tidy.
• Replenish supplies such as drinking glasses, linens, writing supplies, and bathroom items.
• Works independently and as a team to accomplish tasks and ensure the facility is kept at a high level of cleanliness. Interacts with other departments when necessary to enhance work flow.
• Responsible for cleanliness and storage of chemicals in locked compartment and custody of assigned keys.
• Knows where to obtain information regarding chemicals, follows direction in use and care of chemicals and equipment.
• Responds to emergency clean-ups, moves light furniture, cleans glass, and and sets up for meetings, special events and other tasks as required.
• Communicates with supervisor conditions needing maintenance
• Adheres to all safety precautions and reports to supervisor or appropriate personnel, any unsafe conditions.

Educational Attainment •High School diploma or GED

Licensure/Certification

Specialized Knowledge/Skills

Knowledge of laundry equipment.

Kind & Length of Experience •6 months institutional cleaning experience.