Campus Environmental Services Technician

University of Alabama at Birmingham; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 26,174; Full time

Job summary

University of Alabama at Birmingham is seeking a dedicated housekeeping professional to perform routine and major cleaning duties across university spaces. You will respond to spills, maintain schedules, and ensure a clean, safe campus environment.

The role requires independence, teamwork, and strong communication. Flexible shifts and on-site work are available, with routine training and safety compliance emphasized.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write and comprehend written and oral instruction.
• Ability to use personal computer, cell phone, tablet or other device with limited training.
• Ability to utilize email programs and applications necessary to perform job duties with limited training.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Prioritization skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of routine and major professional cleaning duties in public and private spaces of the university. Responds to urgent cleaning needs as a result of spills or accidents. Adheres to established schedule to maintain cleanliness standards.
• Completes tasks independently, using professional cleaning techniques. Actively participates in ongoing training to maintain professional cleaning skills.
• Empties, cleans and replaces liners in waste containers daily. Coordinates removal of recycling and large waste and debris items.
• Regularly inspects and refills supply of paper, soap and other products throughout the shift to ensure supplies are available at all times.
• Maintains carpeted areas through daily vacuuming and spot treatment of stains. Maintains hard flooring and stair treads through daily sweeping, wet and/or dry mopping.
• Inspects and actively maintains cleanliness of high-traffic areas such as restrooms, breakrooms and lobby areas throughout shift. Actively maintains cleanliness of door handles, water fountains, light switches, elevator buttons and similar high-contact surfaces.
• Dusts, cleans and disinfects a variety of surfaces to include furniture, walls, doors, glass, windows, counters, lab and bathroom fixtures.
• Properly uses, stores and maintains adequate supply of equipment and cleaning products. Uses resources in a safe, cost-effective manner.
• Uses assigned communication device to read and respond to texts, emails and service requests. Interacts with customers, visitors, students, coworkers and others in a friendly, helpful and professional manner.

Skills

Read & Write

Basic computer use

Email applications

Independent work

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Prioritization

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

University of Alabama at Birmingham is seeking a dedicated housekeeping professional to perform routine and major cleaning duties across university spaces. You will respond to spills, maintain schedules, and ensure a clean, safe campus environment.

The role requires independence, teamwork, and strong communication. Flexible shifts and on-site work are available, with routine training and safety compliance emphasized.