Environmental Specialist-Janitorial (Part-Time)

City-of-Hickory; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Hickory Environmental Specialist – Janitorial Position is responsible for cleaning and environmental duties at recreation centers. Hours are flexible, up to 20 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with availability for special projects.

Candidates must have a high school diploma and a valid North Carolina driver’s license. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and efficient cleaning procedures to keep facilities safe and well maintained.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license required.
• Ability to safely perform cleaning tasks.
• Ability to work in a team and meet goals.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Clean restrooms, common areas, entrances, and exits.
• Remove trash as needed.
• Perform mopping, vacuuming, sweeping, and dusting.
• Clean carpets; toilets, sinks, mirrors, locker rooms, and showers.
• Maintain inventory of cleaning supplies.
• Perform other general cleaning duties as needed.
• Support special projects as required.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Safety procedures

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

The Environmental Specialist – Janitorial Position

Maintains all aspects of environmental and janitorial duties in a safe, efficient, and professional manner. Works specifically at recreation centers. Duty hours are flexible; Monday through Friday not to exceed 20 hours per week. Must be available to work other duty hours as necessary for special projects.

Responsibilities

• Ensures restrooms, common areas, entrances, and exits are clean and free from safety hazards.
• Removes trash from the building as needed.
• Involves mopping, vacuuming, sweeping, and dusting.
• Cleaning carpets.
• Cleans toilets, sinks, mirrors, locker rooms and showers.
• Maintaining inventory of cleaning supplies.
• Performs other general cleaning duties as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills with demonstrated ability to work with a team to accomplish goals and objectives.
• Ability to safely perform tasks associated with the job.
• Knowledge of environmental and cleaning procedures.
• Ability to effectively prioritize work and time management.
• Completion of a High School Diploma.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license issued by the State of North Carolina.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to frequently/repeatedly stand; walk; use hands and exert forces needed to perform the duties of the job.
• Ability to reach with hands and arms and perform elevated work for periods of time;
• Ability to climb ladders and keep balance as needed.
• Must be able to frequently lift, push, pull and/or move more than 50 pounds.

PLEASE NOTE: Applicants must meet the City criteria for an acceptable driving record.