Environmental Services Technician

University Of Saint Mary, Inc.; Leavenworth (KS); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Saint Mary in Leavenworth, KS is seeking a dedicated housekeeping staff member to maintain cleanliness across residence halls, classrooms, and common areas. You will perform routine cleaning tasks and assist with turnover preparations for events and groups on campus.

This role requires physical endurance, ability to lift, and adherence to safety procedures while contributing to a positive, well-maintained university environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to push/pull housekeeping carts and supplies.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, and reach for extended periods.
• Ability to tolerate exposure to cleaning chemicals and odors; wear PPE.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Previous housekeeping, custodial, or janitorial experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine housekeeping duties to maintain the cleanliness, appearance, and upkeep of assigned facilities on a scheduled and regular basis.
• Duties may include cleaning and sanitizing offices, classrooms, residence halls, common areas, and restrooms; vacuuming, sweeping, dusting, mopping, emptying trash receptacles, washing windows, cleaning bathrooms, waxing floors, shampooing carpets, cleaning stairwells, and restocking restroom supplies.
• Conducts visual inspections of mechanical and utility equipment and reports maintenance, safety, or repair concerns to the appropriate personnel.
• Assists with residence hall and guest housing turnovers in preparation for summer groups and special events, including making beds, distributing linens, and stocking rooms with required supplies.
• Operates housekeeping equipment and utilizes cleaning chemicals in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Time management

Customer service

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Cleaning chemicals

PPE usage

Job description

The University of Saint Mary is conveniently located a short 30 minutes’ drive from Parkville, Shawnee, Basehor and Kansas City, Kansas. USM offer all full-time employees Medical, Dental, Vision, University Paid Basic Life & AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability along with a generous Tuition Remission for the employee, spouse and dependents under the age of 24 years old.

The History Of The University Of Saint Mary

The University of Saint Mary is a Roman Catholic, liberal arts university located in Leavenworth, Kansas, just 25 minutes away from Kansas City. For over 100 years, the University of Saint Mary has helped students find their way to meaningful lives and careers through an education that blends the liberal arts and a focus on critical thinking with the development of key professional skills. USM serves about 1,400 students at its main campus in Leavenworth, its satellite location in Overland Park, as well as online.

Position Summary

Performs routine housekeeping and custodial work involving a variety of cleaning and maintenance duties within a university environment. Work areas may include, but are not limited to, residence halls, classrooms, gymnasiums, offices, common areas, and other campus facilities. Work must be performed in accordance with established standards of cleanliness, safety, and quality and is reviewed for thoroughness, neatness, and overall effectiveness.

Essential Functions

• Performs routine housekeeping duties to maintain the cleanliness, appearance, and upkeep of assigned facilities on a scheduled and regular basis.
• Duties may include, but are not limited to, cleaning and sanitizing offices, classrooms, residence halls, common areas, and restrooms; vacuuming, sweeping, dusting, mopping, emptying trash receptacles, washing windows, cleaning bathrooms, waxing floors, shampooing carpets, cleaning stairwells, and restocking restroom supplies.
• Conducts visual inspections of mechanical and utility equipment and reports maintenance, safety, or repair concerns to the appropriate personnel.
• Assists with residence hall and guest housing turnovers in preparation for summer groups and special events, including making beds, distributing linens, and stocking rooms with required supplies.
• Operates housekeeping equipment and utilizes cleaning chemicals in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and demonstrate effective time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lift and/or carry up to 30 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to push/pull housekeeping carts, equipment, and supplies as required.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, and reach for extended periods.
• Ability to tolerate exposure to cleaning chemicals and cleaning-related odors.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Previous housekeeping, custodial, or janitorial experience preferred.

Saint Mary is an Equal Opportunity Employer.