Seasonal Environmental Services Technician

Metropolitan Ministries Inc; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Ministries Inc in Tampa, FL is seeking an Environmental Services Associate to maintain clean tent locations and support all departments during events and holidays. You will lead volunteers, manage trash, assist with materials handling, and operate cleaning equipment, with a focus on safety and service to homeless families.

Qualification requires English communication, reliability, and ability to work outdoors in Florida conditions; valid work authorization and flexible holiday

Qualifications

• Experience with environmental systems and related tools.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and spoken.
• Commitment to serving a faith-based community.
• Mature, culturally sensitive, and able to work with diverse teams.
• Able to work flexible schedules during the holiday season and special events.

Responsibilities

• Keep tent interior locations clean and attractive.
• Lead volunteers in trash and litter cleanup.
• Assist with loading/unloading and materials handling.
• Operate cleaning tools and equipment (forklift, pallet jacks).
• Coordinate with volunteers and other teams for events.

Skills

English communication

Volunteer coordination

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jacks

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Description

About Us:

• If you’re looking for an opportunity to transform the lives of poor and homeless men, women, and children in your community, we may have a job for you.
• Since 1972, Metropolitan Ministries has been providing life-changing solutions for those who are homeless and at risk of becoming homeless in Tampa Bay.
• We are a grassroots, donor, and volunteer-fueled community nonprofit. At Metropolitan Ministries, we serve families in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Polk and Hernando counties with compassion, practical help, and a willingness to make a huge difference.

What we offer:

Salary: $18.50

Schedule: Monday - Saturday

Assignment: 10/12/2026

Job Functions:

Responsible for environmental services activities as assigned, such as cleaning floors, bathrooms, and spill clean ups. Will help with materials handling and supports all other department activities. Will work with volunteers regularly to coordinate and manage trash and litter clean up.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Responsible for keeping clean and attractive tent interior locations such as kids zone, hospitality, volunteer services, donor lane and all other tent departments.
• Support other teams with loading and unloading and materials handling.
• Will lead volunteers to coordinate and manage tent grounds and trash.
• Will perform various tasks enhancing locations and subsystems in accordance with the mission statement of Metropolitan Ministries.
• Operate tools associated with cleaning, forklift, pallet jacks and various other tools.
• Configure and maintain needed paper, soap and cleaning supplies.
• Troubleshoot and improve processes associated with environmental services responsibilities.
• Be willing and able to perform other required cleaning tasks including but not limited to:
• Trash pick up
• Working with volunteers
• Maintain bathrooms, floors and grounds
• Hanging banners and other marketing material as needed
• Assist with materials handling as needed
• Coordinate and assist volunteers with all types of cleaning duties and litter patrol.
• Locate and retrieve various supplies, parts, and building materials as needed to complete assigned projects.
• Support the Holiday Center events as needed.
• Support the team in other tasks as assigned. Meet personal goals and actively contribute to the achievement of team and organizational targets/goals for tent operations.
• Demonstrate a passion for the mission, vision, and guiding values of Metropolitan Ministries, in a cooperative manner within the organization to achieve the organization’s goals.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

Knowledge and experience in Environmental systems and tools associated with the trade.

Skills Requirements:

This position requires the ability to work within a multi-disciplinary framework. Must be able to communicate effectively in English, orally as well as in writing. Must demonstrate a heart for the ministry of serving poor and homeless families. The position requires a degree of maturity, sensitivity to issues of faith, cross cultural and diversity issues, and the social skill to handle job-related matters in a professional and diplomatic manner.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to tolerate outdoor temperatures consistent with Florida climate and endure prolonged standing/walking/bending/stooping and stretching. Must be able to tolerate various temperatures consistent with outside seasonal changes and with refrigeration/freezer cold storage units. Must be able to work in areas with low or no lighting. Must be able to climb ladders and stairs regularly. Must be able to calculate mathematical equations as needed for maintenance purposes. Must be able to lift 40 lbs.

Other:

Must demonstrate legal authorization to work in the United States. Must pass required background pre-employment screening. Must adhere to the policies and procedures of the ministry; Must be able to work flexible schedules during the holiday season (October-December) and special events.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving individuals throughout our local communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances.

Metropolitan Ministries is committed to offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 813-209-1083 or via email at [e-mail]