Environmental Services Technician (Part-Time, Third Shift)

Position Title: Environmental Services Technician (Part-Time, Third Shift) Work Type: Part time Location: Swarthmore College Approved Location Type: On Campus Department: Environmental Services Night Work Shift: Overnight Shift (United States of America) The Opportunity: Under limited supervision, the Environmental Technician maintains the cleanliness levels in campus facilities. We are currently hiring for pooled/part-time roles, scheduled to work on the third shift. Essential Responsibilities: Performs general cleaning including but not limited to restrooms, common spaces, dorms and academic spaces.

Performs floor care tasks including but not limited to vacuuming, mopping, waxing, buffing and carpet shampooing. Moves heavy furniture, supplies and miscellaneous equipment as needed. Collects trash, recyclable and compostable materials. Keeps restrooms replenished with supplies. Collects and disposes of non-hazardous waste, recyclable, and compostable materials in accordance with College’s zero waste practices. Participates in training on the College’s zero waste practices to develop appropriate competencies.

Performs other job-related duties as assigned Required Qualifications: • High School Diploma or equivalent. • Ability to communicate effectively. • Ability to follow oral and written instructions. • Ability to work independently and follow through on assignments with minimal direction. • Ability to interact with customers (students, faculty, administration), co-workers and supervisors in a positive and helpful manner. • Knowledge of proper sanitization methods. • Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and evening hours as needed.

Physical Demands • Ability to move, position, transport and place objects up to and including 50 pounds is required. • Frequently involves pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, holding, carrying, reaching, reaching above the shoulders, stooping, bending at the waist, bending at the knees, kneeling, bending side to side, crouching, standing on step stools or small ladders and balancing. Working Conditions • Exposure to inclement weather as well as to dirt/dust, chemicals/solvents, and noise. • Frequently exposed to harsh chemicals and odors. • Willingness to work overtime as available.

PA Criminal Clearance Required Swarthmore College requires a PA Criminal background check for all staff positions prior to the start of employment. Applications received are reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. An optional cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position is preferred. If you have experience that meets any of the preferred qualifications, please include a detailed explanation of any such experience in your cover letter and how it meets the preferred qualification(s). We offer benefit plans starting at zero cost!

Upon benefit eligibility, the College contributes 10% of an employee’s salary to their retirement account. Employees are 100% vested in…

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