Environmental Services Technician

Sumterseniors; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A senior living community in Sumter is seeking an Environmental Services Technician responsible for maintaining cleanliness and performing basic maintenance tasks. The ideal candidate will ensure a safe environment for residents and visitors while delivering high standards of sanitation. Previous experience in housekeeping or maintenance is preferred. Candidates should be dependable and detail-oriented, ready to support a senior living environment effectively.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in housekeeping, environmental services, maintenance, or custodial services preferred.
• Basic knowledge of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and safety procedures.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in resident rooms and common areas.
• Perform basic maintenance and light repairs.
• Respond to maintenance work orders promptly.

Skills

Dependability

Detail-oriented

Basic maintenance knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Tools

Cleaning chemicals

Basic maintenance 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.