Lead Environmental Services Technician Overnight

Howard Community College

Columbia, MD

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$19.86–$26.09 Per Hour
SKILLS
Cleaning Equipment, Communication Skills, Diversity, Environmental Work, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Fast Food, Furniture, Health Science, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Keyboards, Lift/Move 30 Pounds, Lift/Move 35 Pounds, Maintenance Services, Organizational Skills, Pathogens, Safety Equipment, Scaffolding, Staff Training, Stewardship, Sustainability, Training/Teaching, Waste Disposal
LOCATION
Columbia, MD
POSTED
30+ days ago

Position Details ================

Position Information -------------------

HCC is an exciting place to work, learn, and grow. We are proud to have received the Great Colleges to Work For honor for 12 consecutive years (2009-2020). Howard Community College values diversity among its faculty, staff, and student population. We are an innovative institution that is committed to responding to the ever-changing needs and interests of a diverse and dynamic community. No matter where you want to go in your career, you can get there from here.

Position Title ----------------

Lead Environmental Services Technician ----------------------------------------

### Overnight ### FLSA Non-Exempt ### FTPT Full Time ### Hours Per Week 40 ### Work Schedule Monday-Friday Overnight ### Grade 6 ### Compensation Range 19.86-26.09 hourly

Summary --------

To act as a representative for the environmental supervisor when absent or unavailable and to lead the shift or area accordingly in their absence. To provide training, a clean, safe, healthy, and environmental-friendly campus for students, staff, and visitors through effective and efficient performance of assigned environmental service functions and tasks.

### Essential Role Responsibilities

Follows the environmental services technician program for the area assigned within the guidelines provided by the Environmental Services Supervisor and the Environmental Services Manager, such as in the Health Science building and Childrens Learning Center. The Environmental Service Technicians must use specialized cleaning techniques that use accelerated hydrogen peroxide products when wiping down surfaces and cleaning floors. The Leads will assist with training individuals in this technique to prevent cross-contamination. The Leads will assist with the training of individuals in proper disposal of general waste in these buildings and if bloodborne pathogens are involved, they are also trained to use the right PPE (personal protective equipment).

Responsible for coverage of areas due to absences of environmental services technicians.

### Duties

  • Assign staff to necessary areas when shorthanded to ensure work is completed
  • Maintain attendance sheets for signing in and out
  • Issue and retrieve radios to/from staff
  • Assist with training of staff as needed
  • Issue cleaning supplies and equipment
  • Make minor repairs to vacuums and any equipment used for environmental services
  • Report any incidents that involve employees by filling out correct forms
  • Dusts walls, furniture, and computer keyboards
  • Keep supply and wet closets organized and clean
  • Detail cleaning weekly to include blinds, ledges, cabinets, vents, etc.
  • Cleans and re-supplies restrooms, including the urinal cartridges
  • Clean steps in stairwells
  • Dress tables for college events
  • Keep supply and wet closets organized and clean
  • Communicates with clients to achieve a good working relationship and knowledge of the areas schedules and specific needs
  • Report minor requests for repairs in their assigned areas of responsibility
  • Performs moves and set-ups as assigned
  • Maintains a daily written schedule of activities performed
  • Performs other related duties as required

Minimum Education Required -------------------------

  • High School or equivalent

Experience Required ------------------

  • 1 year institutional or commercial environmental services experience
  • Knowledge of environmental services chemicals and equipment and their operation
  • The ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
  • Pleasant and professional demeanor
  • Service-oriented and flexible
  • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
  • Regular attendance is a requirement of this job
  • Performs all duties while considering the impact of any actions on the colleges sustainability initiatives in the areas of environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and economic prosperity.

Physical Demand --------------

  • Ability to lift 35 lbs. 12 inches off the ground and place on a flatbed cart
  • Lift 30 lbs. from floor to overhead
  • Knowledge of the use of protective clothing and safety equipment
  • Exposure to noise and other adverse environmental conditions, including cleaning equipment, noise exposure to weather in moving from one building to another in inclement weather, exposure to dust and dirt, exposure to cleaning chemicals, and working on ladders and scaffolds
  • Regular attendance is an essential function of this job
  • Mandatory overtime required for special events such as commencement and others and as required.

Supervisory Position -------------------

No Division Facilities Department Facilities Posting Detail Information -----------------------------------------

Posting Number B592P Number of Vacancies 1 Best Consideration Date 02172026 Job Open Date 02032026 Job Close Date Continuous Recruitment No Job Category Staff Benefits Summary -----------------

Howard Community College offers competitive salaries, excellent medical and dental selections, tuition reimbursement, and paid leave programs. As a participating member of the Maryland Retirement and Pension System, HCC offers two retirement options:

  • The Pension, which requires a 7 employee contribution
  • The ORP, a 403b with a 7.25 employer contribution only

Employees in positions that do not require a bachelors degree must participate in The Pension. Employees that possess a bachelors degree and hold professional positions that require a bachelors degree may choose to participate in either The Pension or The ORP.

Applicant Instructions ----------------------

Pre-employment criminal background investigation is a condition of employment. HCC is interested in all qualified applicants who are eligible to work in the United States. However, HCC will generally not sponsor applicants for work visas. Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland are eligible for work at HCC and include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington D.C., Pennsylvania. Candidates must live in the commutable area or willing to relocate at their own expense if offered the position because HCC does not offer relocation benefits.

Please complete the entire HCC Employment Application. Candidates will be evaluated on completing the colleges application in full.

Quick Link for Internal Postings: http://howardcc.peopleadmin.com/postings/5564

EEO Statement --------------

Howard Community College (HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer & values diversity within its faculty, staff, and student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

HCC understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 443-518-1100.

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