Environmental Services Technician

Dayspring of Wallace; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A senior living facility in North Carolina is seeking an Environmental Services Technician with maintenance responsibilities. This role includes cleaning and sanitizing living spaces, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols. The ideal candidate will have a reliable work ethic, attention to detail, and experience in housekeeping or maintenance. Join a dedicated team in providing a clean and safe environment for residents and team members.

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.
• Reliable transportation and consistent attendance.
• Reliable transportation and consistent attendance.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize resident rooms and common areas.
• Perform routine floor care, including sweeping and mopping.
• Perform basic maintenance and light repairs as needed.
• Assist with preventative maintenance tasks.
• Report safety hazards or equipment issues promptly.
• Perform basic maintenance and light repairs (bulbs, plumbing, filters, fixtures).
• Assist with preventative maintenance tasks and inspections.
• Respond to maintenance work orders promptly.
• Assist with room set-ups, furniture moves, and equipment relocation.
• Report safety hazards, equipment issues, or building concerns promptly to management.
• Any other related duties assigned by the Executive Director.

Skills

Dependability

Detail-oriented

Ability to follow instructions

Basic cleaning knowledge

Basic maintenance knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Basic maintenance tools

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 hands‑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.