Environmental Services Technician

Life At the Viridian; New Bern (NC); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Life At the Viridian in New Bern, NC is seeking an Environmental Services Technician with Maintenance Responsibilities to maintain a clean, safe environment for residents and staff. The role balances housekeeping with light maintenance tasks in a senior living setting.

The ideal candidate is dependable, detail‑oriented, and knowledgeable about cleaning chemicals, safety procedures, and basic repairs. Expect duties across rooms, common areas, and preventive maintenance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Dependable with strong attendance and reliability.
• Basic knowledge of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and safety procedures.
• General knowledge of basic maintenance tasks and simple repairs.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize resident rooms, common areas, offices, restrooms and other spaces.
• Perform routine floor care (sweep, mop, vacuum, wax/buff as needed).
• Handle and store cleaning chemicals safely and follow guidelines.
• Remove trash and biohazard waste per policy and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor inventory and notify leadership when restocking is needed.
• Assist with basic maintenance, light repairs, and preventive tasks.
• Support infection control practices and safety protocols.
• Assist with room set-ups, furniture moves and equipment relocation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Dependable

Safety procedures knowledge

Basic maintenance knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Nature & scope

The Environmental Services Technician (EVS) with Maintenance Responsibilities is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and well-maintained environment for residents, visitors, and team members. This role performs daily housekeeping and sanitation duties while also assisting with basic maintenance, light repairs, preventative maintenance, and facility upkeep. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and able to balance cleanliness standards with hand-on maintenance support in a senior living environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Environmental Services / Housekeeping

• Clean and sanitize resident rooms, common areas, offices, restrooms, and other assigned spaces according to established standards.
• Perform routine floor care (sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, waxing/buffing as assigned).
• Properly handle, store, and use cleaning chemicals and supplies in compliance with safety guidelines.
• Remove trash and biohazard waste per policy and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor inventory of cleaning supplies and notify leadership when restocking is needed.
• Support infection control practices and adhere to all safety protocols.

Maintenance Responsibilities

• Perform basic maintenance and light repairs (e.g., changing light bulbs, minor plumbing fixes, replacing filters, tightening fixtures, basic painting/patching).
• Assist with preventative maintenance tasks and routine facility inspections.
• Respond to maintenance work orders in a timely and professional manner.
• Assist with room set-ups, furniture moves, and equipment relocation as needed.
• Report safety hazards, equipment issues, or building concerns promptly to the Area Maintenance Manager or Executive Director.
• Any other related duties assigned by the Executive Director.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience in housekeeping, environmental services, maintenance, or custodial services preferred.
• Basic knowledge of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and safety procedures.
• General knowledge of basic maintenance and repair tasks.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Reliable transportation and consistent attendance.