Environmental Technician, Part-Time Limited Hours (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

  • A 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

  • Frequent involvement in 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.
  • Frequent exposure to inclement weather as well as to dirt/dust, chemicals/solvents, and noise.
  • Frequent exposure to harsh chemicals and odors.
  • Willingness to work overtime as available.

  Pay and Benefits

  The pay for this position is $20.60 per hour, which represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range at the time of posting.

  Additional Information

  PA Criminal Clearance Required
  Swarthmore College requires a PA Criminal background check for all staff positions prior to the start of employment.
  Swarthmore College actively seeks and welcomes applications from candidates with exceptional qualifications, particularly those with demonstrable commitments to a more inclusive society and world.
  Swarthmore College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.