Job Overview:
The Environmental Svc Attendant may work in any location on client premises. This
individual cleans and keeps in an orderly condition facilities or locations in the areas of
commercial, health care, schools, universities, or other establishments. The general
responsibilities of the position include those listed below, but Sodexo may identify other
responsibilities of the position. These responsibilities may differ among accounts,
depending on business necessities, client requirements and applicable industry
standards.
General Responsibilities:
Cleans offices, patients’/residents’ rooms, dorms, classrooms, schools, common
areas, lavatories, halls, food service areas and any other areas that may require
attention.
Sweeps, mops, scrubs, polishes floors and vacuums hallways, stairs and office
space.
May perform hard-surface floor scrubbing, stripping, and refinishing, as well as
carpet spotting and extraction, which require the use of mechanical equipment.
May participate in the maintenance of wood floors, such as in gymnasiums or
dance studios, to include cleaning, screening, stripping, sanding, and refinishing.
Cleans light fixtures, ceilings and vents, walls, mattresses, furniture, windows,
and window coverings.
Will be required to use cleaning chemicals properly and safely per manufacturer
and Sodexo standards.
Empties trash and garbage containers.
Replenishes supplies and materials.
May change sheets and replenish linens.
May perform routine equipment maintenance and make minor repairs.
May drive a golf cart or other vehicles.
Moves furniture and sets-up tables and chairs.
Notifies supervisor concerning any need for any maintenance repairs or additions
observed.
Complies with all company safety and risk management policies and procedures.
Reports all accidents and injuries in a timely manner.
Participates in regular safety meetings, safety training and hazard assessments.
Applies all applicable OSHA and related local safety requirements to all assigned
work.
Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
Attends training programs (classroom and virtual) as designated.
May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Job Qualifications:
Experience/Knowledge:
High School diploma, GED or equivalent experience.
No previous experience required.
Skills/Aptitude:
Ability to learn and use established techniques for the efficient and compliant
completion of duties.
Ability to present self in a highly professional manner to others and understands
that honesty and ethics are essential.
Ability to maintain a positive attitude.
Ability to communicate with co-workers and other departments with
professionalism and respect.
Ability to maintain a professional relationship with all coworkers, vendor
representatives, supervisors, managers, customers, and client representatives.
Ability to provide clear directions and respond accordingly to employees.
Must have basic phone and computer skills (email, texting, etc.).
Good attention to detail.
Ability to work well under pressure.
Adequate/reasonable oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work well alone and in a team.
Ability to use all relevant electronic and communication devices.
Knowledge of and proficiency in all OSHA and local requirements related to all
assigned work.
Blood Borne Pathogen Training.
License/Qualifications
Possess a valid driver’s license if required to drive a vehicle
General Qualifications:
Knowledge of proper and safe use of applicable custodial equipment.
Willingness to be open to learning and growing.
Appropriate maturity of judgment and behavior.
Maintains high standards for work areas and appearance.
Attends work and shows up for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity
in light of Sodexo time and attendance policy and/or client operating hours.
Ability to work a flexible schedule.
Must comply with any dress code requirements.
Physical Requirements:
Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to
adjust focus, with or without corrective lenses.
Significant walking or other means of mobility.
Ability to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours).
Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push and/or pull, and frequently lift up to 35 pounds
and occasionally lift/move 40 pounds.
Working Conditions (may add additional conditions specific to
defined work location):
Generally in an indoor setting; however, may participate in outside activities and
events.
Varying schedule to include evenings, holidays, weekends and extended hours
as business dictates.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
Wears protective clothing and/or Personal Protective Equipment required by the
work environment or governmental regulations.
Will be exposed to various cleaning chemicals.