Environmental Services Coordinator

Southern Arkansas University; Illinois; On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Arkansas University is seeking an Environmental Services Coordinator responsible for supervising custodial operations across multiple campus buildings. This role includes providing hands-on training, conducting inspections, and maintaining cleaning standards.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, three years of custodial experience, and valid NC driver's license. Responsibilities involve training staff, coordinating event setups, and ensuring cleanliness meets established standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of custodial experience required.
• Minimum of three years supervisory or lead experience required.
• Must have a valid NC driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee custodial operations across multiple campus buildings.
• Train and mentor custodial staff.
• Conduct routine inspections for cleanliness.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Custodial procedures knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The Environmental Services Coordinator is responsible for overseeing custodial operations across multiple campus buildings. This position serves as a working supervisor who provides hands‑on training, conducts routine inspections, ensures compliance with established cleaning standards, and coordinates event setups. The Coordinator will travel between buildings on a daily basis to support custodial staff, reinforce expectations, and maintain consistent quality across campus. This role is critical in ensuring all cleaning operations meet the standards set by the College. This position reports to the Director of Facility Operations.

The duties of the Environmental Services Coordinator include, but are not limited to:

• Supervise, train, and mentor custodial staff across multiple campus buildings
• Travel between buildings on a daily basis to provide hands‑on training and support
• Conduct routine inspections of facilities to ensure cleanliness meets established college standards
• Provide immediate feedback and corrective instruction to staff as needed to maintain quality and consistency
• Follow up on identified deficiencies to ensure issues are corrected in a timely manner
• Coordinate and oversee event setups, ensuring proper staffing, timely completion, and breakdown
• Assist with planning, scheduling, and oversight of annual and seasonal floor care, including stripping, waxing, and carpet cleaning
• Ensure custodial closets, equipment, and supplies are properly maintained and organized
• Monitor and ensure proper use of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and adherence to safety procedures
• Identify and report building maintenance needs and submit work orders as necessary
• Provide input and coordination for custodial projects and process improvements
• Lead by example through active participation in custodial tasks and demonstrating proper cleaning techniques and expectations
• Perform custodial duties as needed,
  • Sweeping, mopping, waxing, stripping, and polishing floors
  • Vacuuming and shampooing carpets
  • Dusting and cleaning furniture, fixtures, and equipment
  • Cleaning desks, tables, countertops, walls, ceilings, windows, blinds, and glass surfaces
  • Cleaning and sanitizing restroom facilities and replenishing supplies
  • Emptying, cleaning, and sanitizing waste receptacles
  • Sweeping walkways and entrances and removing debris around buildings
  • Setting up tables, chairs, and equipment for special events and campus activities
  • Operating and maintaining custodial equipment, including floor machines
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma
• Minimum of three (3) years of custodial experience required
• Minimum of three (3) years supervisory or lead experience required, or equivalent related work experience
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently while effectively leading a team
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Working knowledge of custodial procedures, chemicals, and equipment
• Must have a valid NC driver’s license

Working Conditions

• Work may be performed under varying environmental conditions, including temperature extremes
• Moderate physical effort required, including prolonged standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds or more
• Daily travel between campus buildings is required

Notice of Nondiscrimination

Lenoir Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The College complies with existing federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination. The College prohibits discrimination against and/or exclusion from participation in any benefits or activities by any person, either on the staff and faculty or in the student body, on the grounds of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, political affiliation, or disability.