Environmental Services Technician

Rockwellseniors; Rockwell (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A senior living facility in Rockwell, North Carolina is looking for an Environmental Services Technician. This role involves maintaining cleanliness in resident rooms and common areas, performing basic maintenance tasks, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols. Candidates should be detail-oriented, have some knowledge of cleaning chemicals, and ideally have prior experience in housekeeping or maintenance. A high school diploma or GED is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience in housekeeping or maintenance is a plus.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safety procedures is essential.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize resident rooms and common areas.
• Perform light repairs and basic maintenance tasks.
• Support safety protocols and infection control practices.

Skills

Attention to detail

Basic maintenance skills

Cleaning chemicals knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cleaning equipment

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.