Environmental Services Technician

The University of Saint Mary is a Roman Catholic, liberal arts university located in Leavenworth, Kansas, just 25 minutes away from Kansas City. For over 90 years, the University of Saint Mary has helped students find their way to meaningful lives and careers through an education that blends the liberal arts and a focus on critical thinking with the development of key professional skills. USM serves about 1,400 students at its main campus in Leavenworth, its satellite location in Overland Park, as well as online.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Performs routine housekeeping and service work involving the performance of varied duties in a university environment. Work areas include, but are not limited to, dormitories, classrooms, gymnasiums, and offices. Work performed must meet standards of quality and is reviewed for thoroughness, neatness, and general effectiveness.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs routine duties for general housekeeping, appearance, and upkeep on a scheduled and regular basis
• Duties may include, but are not limited to, cleaning/sanitizing spaces, vacuuming, sweeping, dusting, mopping, emptying trash, washing windows, cleaning bathrooms, waxing floors, carpet shampooing, cleaning stairwells, and keeping restrooms stocked with supplies
• Conducts spot checks of all mechanical and utility equipment to locate problems and report them
• Performs turnovers in preparation for summer groups. This includes, in addition to the duties mentioned above, making beds and passing out linens and supplies
• Other job-related duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma/GED
• Handle multiple priorities and have good time-management skills
• Possess good written and verbal skills for effective communication
• Must be able to lift, push a housekeeping cart, and stand for long periods 
• Tolerate cleaning chemicals
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment
• Possess good interpersonal skills
• Have basic computer skills

TO APPLY:
Submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for at least three current professional references. 

Saint Mary is an Equal Opportunity Employer.