ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICE TECHNICIAN

Salary: $16.00-$16.50

Minimum Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalency is preferred.
• Basic computer skills required for maintaining an electronic work order tracking system.
• NYS Driver’s License

Job Summary:
In alignment with FLACRA’s mission, vision, and values, the Maintenance Worker is responsible for maintaining and cleaning both patient and non-patient areas of the facility. The Environmental Service Technician observes professional standards, standard procedures, and safety precautions. The duties listed below are essential to maintaining a safe and clean environment:

General Duties:
1. Performs assigned work according to the facility’s operational schedule to maintain cleanliness and sanitation.
2. Cleans rooms, hallways, restrooms, offices, stairways, and windows as directed by the Supervisor.
3. Sweeps, mops, strips, and waxes floors using brooms, mops, and floor equipment.
4. Cleans rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and blinds using vacuum cleaners and shampooers.
5. Refills supplies (e.g., soap, paper towels) and removes trash, replacing trash liners as needed.
6. Washes walls, ceilings, woodwork, windows, doors, and sills.
7. Incorporates safety into all tasks, including compliance with infection control protocols. Properly uses chemicals for cleaning, including their storage and dispensing, and ensures appropriate use of “wet floor” signs.
8. Opens and closes buildings according to security protocols.
9. Completes tasks in a timely manner, ensuring efficient workflow.
10. Reports completed tasks verbally or through written work orders to the Supervisor.
11. Adheres to all applicable safety rules and procedures at all times.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds independently.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, or crouch for extended periods, including walking up to 6 hours per day.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow as required for maintaining external areas of the facility.

Other Skills/Knowledge and Experience:
1. Previous experience in building cleaning and maintenance is preferred.
2. Ability to follow detailed but straightforward oral or written instructions.
3. Ability to interact professionally and courteously with staff, officials, and the public.