What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Services Aide I position at University of South Alabama?
Posting Details
Position Information
Position Number
006180, 006670
Position Title
Environmental Services Aide I - 006180, 006670
Division
Student Affairs
Department
230110 - Central Housing Office
Minimum Qualifications
Ability to follow oral instructions.
Preferred Qualifications
Job Description Summary
The University of South Alabama’s Central Housing department is seeking to hire two Environmental Services Aide I’s. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.
Essential Functions
These are the job duties required of the position.
Essential Functions
- Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of residence halls, offices, and common areas, including hallways, lounges, stairwells, elevators, laundry rooms, and study spaces.
- Clean and service student living spaces, including residence hall rooms, suites, and apartments, in accordance with established housing turnover sanitation standards.
- Maintains restroom and bathroom facilities by cleaning and disinfecting toilets, urinals, sinks, showers, floors, mirrors, partitions, and fixtures; restocking soap, paper products, and other supplies; removing trash and sanitary waste, and applying deodorizing and disinfecting agents.
- Performs routine and deep-cleaning tasks, including floor care (sweeping, mopping, scrubbing), carpet cleaning, window washing, wall and surface cleaning, and removal of stains, odors, and buildup.
- Cleans exterior and semi-exterior areas, including building entrances, breezeways, stairwells, patios, and walkways, using hand tools and powered equipment, including brooms, blowers, scrubbers, and fogging equipment.
- Safely operates and maintains custodial equipment and supplies, including vacuums, floor machines, carts, cleaning solutions, and disinfectants in accordance with safety and environmental guidelines.
- Prepares rooms and common areas for occupancy during move-ins, move-outs, summer conference, and semester transitions by performing full cleanings, resetting furniture, and ensuring spaces are ready for student use.
- Reports maintenance, safety, and facility concerns such as broken fixtures, leaks, damaged furniture, lighting issues, or hazards to the appropriate Housing Facilities staff member.
- Provides customer-focused service by interacting courteously and professionally with residents, guests, and staff; answering basic questions, offering directions, and referring issues to appropriate Housing staff.
- Maintains custodial storage areas and inventory by organizing equipment and notifying supervisors when supplies need replenishment.
- Regular and prompt attendance.
- Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required, especially during peak move-in and move-out periods.
- Related duties as required.
Posting Information
Number of Vacancies
2
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
04/10/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Working Days
Monday - Friday
Working Hours
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Job Location
Main Campus
Full-time or Part-Time
Full Time
Regular or Temporary
Regular