Blowers, Career Counseling, Customer Relations, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Facilities and Maintenance, Furniture, Hand Tools, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Laundry, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Safety/Work Safety, Sanitation, Schedule Development, Student Services
Posting Details
Position Information
Position Number 006180, 006670, 006938 Position Title Environmental Services Aide I - 006180, 006670, 006938 Division Student Affairs Department 230110 - Central Housing Office Minimum Qualifications
Ability to follow oral instructions.
Preferred Qualifications Job Description Summary
The University of South Alabama's Central Housing department is seeking to hire two Environmental Services Aide I's. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.
Essential Functions
These are the job duties required of the position.
Essential Functions
- Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of residence halls, offices, and common areas, including hallways, lounges, stairwells, elevators, laundry rooms, and study spaces.
- Clean and service student living spaces, including residence hall rooms, suites, and apartments, in accordance with established housing turnover sanitation standards.
- Maintains restroom and bathroom facilities by cleaning and disinfecting toilets, urinals, sinks, showers, floors, mirrors, partitions, and fixtures; restocking soap, paper products, and other supplies; removing trash and sanitary waste, and applying deodorizing and disinfecting agents.
- Performs routine and deep-cleaning tasks, including floor care (sweeping, mopping, scrubbing), carpet cleaning, window washing, wall and surface cleaning, and removal of stains, odors, and buildup.
- Cleans exterior and semi-exterior areas, including building entrances, breezeways, stairwells, patios, and walkways, using hand tools and powered equipment, including brooms, blowers, scrubbers, and fogging equipment.
- Safely operates and maintains custodial equipment and supplies, including vacuums, floor machines, carts, cleaning solutions, and disinfectants in accordance with safety and environmental guidelines.
- Prepares rooms and common areas for occupancy during move-ins, move-outs, summer conference, and semester transitions by performing full cleanings, resetting furniture, and ensuring spaces are ready for student use.
- Reports maintenance, safety, and facility concerns such as broken fixtures, leaks, damaged furniture, lighting issues, or hazards to the appropriate Housing Facilities staff member.
- Provides customer-focused service by interacting courteously and professionally with residents, guests, and staff; answering basic questions, offering directions, and referring issues to appropriate Housing staff.
- Maintains custodial storage areas and inventory by organizing equipment and notifying supervisors when supplies need replenishment.
- Regular and prompt attendance.
- Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required, especially during peak move-in and move-out periods.
- Related duties as required.
Posting Information
Number of Vacancies 3 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 04/10/2026 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Working Days Monday - Friday Working Hours 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Job Location Main Campus Full-time or Part-Time Full Time Regular or Temporary Regular
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Are you at least 18 years of age?
Yes
No
- Do you have a legal right to work in the United States?
Yes
No
- The University of South Alabama typically does not sponsor individuals for staff positions. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?
Yes
No
- What is the highest level of education you have completed?
Less than High School
High School Diploma or equivalent
Associates Degree
Bachelors Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
Masters Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
Terminal Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
- How many years of related experience do you have?
Less than 1 year
Between 1 - 3 years
Between 3 - 5 years
Between 5 - 7 years
More than 7 years
- How did you hear about this position?
USA website
LinkedIn
Zip Recruiter
Indeed
HigherEd Jobs
Alabama Career Center / Alabama Works
Facebook
Word of mouth
Other
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
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