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Susquehanna University Hiring for Staff – Environmental Services Technician II at Selinsgrove Full Time

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Staff – Environmental Services Technician II

About Susquehanna:
Susquehanna University is the future-ready institution for today, invested in cultivating intellectual grounding, active learning and global citizenship for all students. Renowned as one of the finest U.S. national liberal arts colleges, Susquehanna inspires and challenges 2,200 enterprising, bright-minded students studying the arts, business, humanities and sciences. Our students seize opportunities through exceptional worldwide internships, expert-guided research and an acclaimed study-abroad program, leading to a transformative education that empowers each graduate to realize their unique potential and lead a successful and meaningful life.

The Susquehanna River Valley with its fresh air and overall pleasant year-round climate, provides four distinct seasons amidst a backdrop of vibrant autumn foliage, occasional winter snowfalls, flower-filled springs and warm summer evenings illuminated by fireflies. Nearby outdoor recreational areas for hiking, kayaking, fishing and skiing — and the bustling cultural and commerce hubs of New York City, Washington D.C., Baltimore and Philadelphia within a three-hour drive — present abundant opportunities for learning and discovery.

Position Summary:
JJob SummaryThe EVS Technician II performs a variety of semi-skilled tasks and duties in support of the campus community. Provides daily cleaning tasks in assigned areas, to ensure a clean and safe environment for students and staff to live, work, and study. This position is defined as a non-exempt position under FLSA regulations.
Specific Responsibilities

  • Maintain all assigned offices, public areas, classrooms, and hallways in a clean, neat, and orderly condition. Wash chalkboards; gather and clean dirty erasers; sweep and wet mop floors as assigned; remove all waste using prescribed methods; wash window interiors as needed and exteriors within reach using stepladder. Vacuum carpet, shampoo carpet and clean furniture upholstery periodically using extraction machines. Wash, polish, vacuum, and dust furniture, brass fixtures, windowsills, baseboards, file cabinets, etc. using prescribed methods and materials.
  • Sweep, wet mop, restrooms in residence halls. Clean glass, mirrors, light fixtures, bathroom fixtures, showers, partitions, walls, and ceilings using the prescribed cleaning methods.
  • Sweep, mop and scrub floors, stairs (inside and outside buildings) and other surfaces.
  • Use light and heavy (industrial type) floor machines and attachments to renovate and renew floor surfaces and finishes.
  • Scrub, strip, wax and polish floors using heavy (industrial type) powered scrubber and buffers.
  • Wash and/or clean exterior windows, walls and masonry by hand or with powered washer, while working on ladders, scaffolding, and aerial lifts as needed.
  • Collect wastepaper and other debris; place items outdoors for removal by trash truck.
  • Clean security camera lenses on exterior of buildings.
  • Clean ventilators and heating grills.
  • Move furniture, supplies, and miscellaneous equipment as required.
  • Sweep or shovel snow from steps and walks and apply ice melt at building entrances.
  • Assist in setting up and in dismantling displays and other materials.
  • Report emergency repairs to the Facilities Management office; report needed general repairs to the Supervisor.
  • Maintain complete familiarity with the operation and maintenance of job-related equipment.
  • Understand and follow all safety rules and procedures in the performance of assigned duties. Request additional training as needed
  • Maintain a safe, healthy and environmentally sound workplace demonstrated by following good housekeeping practices, notifying supervisors of potential hazards, adhering to OSHA standards and other safe practice procedures, and being an example for other staff regarding safe equipment use.
    Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
  • Basic knowledge of floor care.
  • Ability to operate and maintain floor equipment (buffers, scrubbers and extractors) in a university environment.
  • Ability to be trained and certified to operate a forklift, aerial lift and university vehicle.
  • The ability to receive and interpret instructions
  • Maintaining a flexible work schedule are required; overtime availability is required.
  • Ability to work independently or in a group, and have the skills needed to work safely.
  • Daily contact with supervisor to receive instructions.
  • Regular contacts with faculty, staff, and students to promote goodwill and cooperation.

    Required Qualifications:
    EducationA high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
    ExperienceRequires two to three weeks of thorough on-the-job training on equipment used and familiarity of buildings. Some experience preferred.
    Physical Demand · Work routines involve climbing stairs, step ladders, extension ladder and scaffolding· Bending; pushing and pulling wet mops, containers of liquids, vacuum sweepers, and buffing and waxing machines· Lifting filled trash bags and transporting them to collection site.· Moving classroom, office, and residence hall furniture during summer cleaning.· Walking, and transporting equipment between work areas and up and down stairs.· Lifts various weights up to 100 lbs. on a daily/rare basis.· Pushes or pulls various weights up to 95 lbs. on a frequent basis.Carries various weights up to 45 lbs. on a frequent basis.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    Special Instructions to the Applicant:

    Benefits Eligible: Yes
    Number of Months: 12 months
    Other Number of Months:
    Full-Time/Part-Time: Full Time
    Work Schedule/Hours per Week:
    Posting Date:
    Closing Date:
    Open Until Filled: No
    Anticipated Start Date:
    Posting Number: AH01086

    To apply, visit https://jobs.susqu.edu/postings/3678

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