Environmental Services Technician - Nami of Central GA

Mercer UniversityHybridFull-timeNew grad, 0–1 yearsListed 1 month ago

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Job Family:
Student Work Study

Department:
Student Employment

Supervisor:
Jose Gonzalez Matos

Job Title:
Environmental Services Technician - Nami of Central GA

Job Description:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

● Perform routine cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and disinfecting surfaces in common areas, offices, restrooms, and resident rooms.

● Maintain cleanliness and orderliness in kitchens, laundry rooms, storage areas, and other facility spaces.

● Empty trash receptacles and ensure proper disposal of waste in accordance with health and safety policies.

● Restock cleaning and hygiene supplies as needed and report any low inventory to the Operations Manager.

● Clean and disinfect high-touch areas regularly to reduce the risk of illness or infection.

● Perform deep cleaning of assigned areas on a rotating schedule.

● Ensure cleaning equipment is properly used, stored, and maintained.

● Immediately report maintenance or safety issues (e.g., leaks, broken fixtures, or damaged flooring) to the appropriate supervisor.

● Follow all safety procedures, including proper labeling and use of cleaning chemicals and PPE.

● Support special projects or seasonal cleaning needs as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

● This position may require working evenings and weekends to accommodate activity schedules and to ensure that company needs are met.

● This position involves working in residential and program facilities where mental health services are provided. The technician will interact with staff and residents in a respectful, professional, and compassionate manner while maintaining confidentiality and upholding NAMI Central Georgia’s mission and values.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

● Frequent use of hands, wrists and fingers and lifting or moving up to 50 lbs. may be required

● Movements such as stooping, crouching, bending, kneeling, climbing and reaching are required

● Noise and/or level of distractions in the work environment is moderate

● Specific vision abilities required by this position include close, distance and peripheral vision

● Have reliable transportation

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

● Age 21 or older with a high school diploma or GED

● TB screening, Frist Aid/CPR

● Non-Profit experience is a plus

● Live within commuting distance of the NAMI facility, group home and duplex

● Ability to multi-task

● Possess strong decision making and problem-solving skills

● Critical listening and thinking skills

● Strong time management skills

● Prior experience in environmental services, housekeeping, custodial, or janitorial work preferred but not required.

● Knowledge of safe cleaning practices, including chemical handling and infection control, preferred

● Strong attention to detail and reliability.

● Ability to work overtime as needed

● Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

● Perform all other duties assigned

Scheduled Hours:
20

Start Date:
08/19/2026

End Date:
05/8/2027