ENVIRONMENTAL ASSISTANT HOUSEKEEPING

Bladen County; Elizabethtown (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Bladen County is seeking a dedicated Environmental Assistant to perform custodial maintenance across county buildings. The role involves cleaning restrooms, floors, windows and surfaces, stocking supplies, and ensuring safe, clean facilities.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and 1–2 years of facilities or custodial experience, with ability to operate custodial tools and light vehicles as needed. Valid driver’s license is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, plus 1–2 years in facilities maintenance or custodial operations.
• Knowledge of custodial methods, materials and safety practices.
• Ability to read and follow procedures and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide general custodial maintenance for assigned County buildings and rotate to others as needed.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms, restock supplies, dust, sweep, mop, vacuum, and remove trash.
• Operate janitorial equipment and light vehicles, and report maintenance needs.
• Receive inquiries and maintain daily work records; interact with staff and the public.

Skills

Custodial maintenance

Safety procedures

Interpersonal communication

Vehicle operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

An employee in this class provides custodial maintenance of County buildings to ensure a clean and safe environment for staff and visitors. Performs related work as required. Work is performed under the general supervision. Work is evaluated by visual inspection, feedback from staff and visitors and attainment of performance objectives.

• Provides general custodial maintenance of assigned County buildings and rotate to other assigned County buildings and facilities ( as needed).
• Performs various custodial duties, which include but are not limited to cleaning and sanitizing restrooms, stocking restrooms with supplies, cleaning windows and other glass surfaces, dusting furniture and other surfaces, removing trash, sweeping and mopping floors, scrubbing / polishing floors, vacuuming / spot cleaning / shampooing carpets, vacuuming upholstery, etc.
• Cleans porches, walkways, etc.
• Performs all work in compliance with division policies, procedures and standards of cleanliness, quality and safety.
• Maintains assigned vehicles and equipment; initiates repair work as needed.
• Requests necessary tools, materials and supplies.
• Receives and responds to inquiries, requests for assistance and complaints from County employees and thepublic.
• Prepares and submits daily work records.
• Operates a vehicle, telephone, two-way radio, and various pieces of janitorial equipment, including wet/dry vacuum, vacuum cleaner, carpet shampooer, floor buffer, etc.; uses custodial supplies and tools, various otherhand tools, etc.
• Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, other County employees, co-workers, and the general public.
• Perform other duties in that may include assisting with pick up and delivery of offices supplies.
• Performs related duties as required.

• Knowledge of the methods, procedures and policies of the County and department
  as they pertain to the performance of duties of the Environmental Assistant.
• Knowledge of the methods, materials and equipment associated with custodial maintenance work.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the industry.
• Knowledge of the terminology used within the department.
• Ability to maintain effective relationships with personnel of other departments, professionals and members of the public through contact and cooperation.
• Ability to react calmly and quickly in emergencysituations.
• Ability to use equipment and tools efficiently and safely.
• Ability to comprehend,interpret and apply regulations, procedures and related information.
• Ability to offer assistance to co-workers as required.
• Ability to learn and utilize new skills and information to improve job performance and efficiency.
• Ability to perform required mathematical calculations.
• Ability to read and interpret various materials pertaining to the responsibilities of the job.
• Ability to prepare simple records with accuracy and in a timely manner.
• Ability to perform work effectively despite occasional exposure to adverse environmental conditions, including temperature extremes, wetness/humidity, machinery hazards, skin irritants, toxic agents, disease, dirt, dust, odors, electrical currents, etc.

Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by one to two years of experience in facilities maintenance and/or custodial operations, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Special Requirements

• Valid driver’s license

This classification specification has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to perform the job. Bladen County reserves the right to assign or otherwise modify the duties assigned to this classification.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Bladen County will employ only those individuals who are US citizens, or legal aliens authorized to maintain employment in the United States.

BLADEN COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER