Environmental Services Technician

About the Department

The NC State University Facilities Division is home to nearly 900 professionals who plan, build, and maintain the spaces that foster an environment where innovation, learning, and community thrive. Through this work, we help create spaces that empower students, faculty, and staff to reach their full potential. Operating year‑round, we manage more than 16.7 million gross square feet of built space and oversee 4,733 acres of campus infrastructure through a series of core departments, each composed of multiple specialized units.

• Design & Construction
• Business Operations
• Campus Operations and Maintenance
• Campus Planning and Strategic Investment

We are seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Environmental Service Technician to join our exceptional team at NC State’s Facilities Division. In this vital role, you will help maintain over 10 million square feet of campus space, ensuring a safe and inviting atmosphere for students, staff, and visitors. With the support of a dynamic team of over 320 professionals, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your skills and take pride in your work while contributing to our vibrant campus community.

• Clean and sanitize designated areas using standard cleaning assignments to maintain a safe and hygienic environment.
• Report any discrepancies, damages, or maintenance needs within buildings and promptly respond to emergencies and inclement weather.
• Operate housekeeping equipment such as vacuums, mops, and scrubbers to complete tasks like dusting, disinfecting, and replenishing supplies.
• Periodically strip and refinish floors, shampoo and extract carpets, and perform pressure washing of entrances, exterior walls, and windows.
• Remove and manage recycling from centralized indoor recycling sites.
• Assist with window washing and other seasonal cleaning tasks as needed.

• Perform snow and ice removal within a team environment during inclement weather, in addition to coordinating with coworkers during group response to emergencies.
• Perform team cleaning tasks and projects during breaks, and when space is accessible.
• May be required to fill in for absenteeism outside of the assigned area.

Some knowledge of cleaning procedures, ability to follow instructions and to perform medium to heavy physical work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

• Experience performing housekeeping duties.
• Experience performing housekeeping duties in a university or commercial environment.
• The position requires the ability to frequently lift 30 lbs. and occasionally up to 60 lbs. (with or without reasonable accommodation), grasp, push, and pull cleaning equipment, reach above shoulders, bend, squat, climb, balance, communicate effectively with supervisors and the public, and follow instructions and communications regarding assignments.

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NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919‑513‑0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515‑2135 or workatncstate.

Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degrees must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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NC State University
RALEIGH, NC 27695
PHONE: (919) 515‑2011