Environmental Services Technician

Position Details

Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position Environmental Services Technician Job Type Full Time Posting Type Public Number of Vacancies 2 Department PARKS, REC, & TOURISM Division PR&T HOUSEKEEPING Requisition Number 202668 Number of hours worked per week 40 Work Schedule

NIGHT SHIFT; Hours may vary based on operational requirements

May include, weekends, and occasional holidays.

Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA [Any City Municipal or Recreational Facility] Position Driving Requirement O - Occasional Pay Grade GE01 Pay Basis Weekly Advertised Salary

$16.51- $24.57 / hourly rate

Starting salary depending on qualifications and experience

Job Description

Parks, Recreation and Tourism (PRT) is seeking a dependable individual with custodial experience and a strong commitment to customer service and quality work.

This position is responsible for maintaining City buildings, facilities, and recreational areas through routine and specialized custodial services.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Provide excellent internal and external customer service in support of the City's Customer Service Initiative.
• Clean offices, restrooms, kitchens, cabins, outdoor facilities, and other assigned areas.
• Perform floor care, including vacuuming, mopping, stripping, and waxing.
• Restock supplies, replace light bulbs, and properly mix and use cleaning chemicals.
• Collect and dispose of trash and recyclables; maintain outdoor areas and parking lots.
• Operate commercial custodial equipment such as floor buffers, scrubbers, and vacuums.
• Assist with special cleaning projects, deep cleaning, and sanitizing as needed.
• Set up facilities for special events and work flexible schedules as required.
• Report safety hazards and equipment issues promptly.
• Work during City emergencies when necessary.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

Required Qualifications

VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:

Requires instruction that is sufficient for satisfactory job performance.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:

Requires a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City Driving Standards.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:

None.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience in housekeeping and/or custodial services.

Knowledge of APPA, custodial standard of operations and principle guidelines.

Quality customer service and communication skills.

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date 06/05/2026 Job Close Date 06/22/2026 Open Continuous No Special Instructions to Applicants

Drug Screening: MARIJUANA

In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver's license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.

ADA Checklist

Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands M=Medium - Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly

Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Standing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Sitting Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Walking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Lifting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Lifting Amount Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Carrying Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Carrying Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Pushing/Pulling Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Reaching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Handling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Fine Dexterity Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Kneeling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Crouching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Crawling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Bending Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Twisting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Climbing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Balancing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Talking Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Foot Controls N = Never Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used

Various cleaning chemicals, supplies, equipment and tools to include commercial floor buffers, polishers, vacuums, sweeper, telephone, waste receptacles, carts and hand-truck, blood borne pathogens cleaning kit.

Protective Equipment Required

Safety shoes, eye protection, and any PPE required by the equipment, tool or chemical in use.

Health and Safety

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Mechanical Hazards W = Several Times Per Week Chemical Hazards W = Several Times Per Week Electrical Hazards W = Several Times Per Week Fire Hazards S = Seasonally Explosives S = Seasonally Communicable Diseases S = Seasonally Physical Danger or Abuse S = Seasonally Other If Other, Description

Environmental Factors

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Dirt and Dust D = Daily Extreme Temperatures S = Seasonally Noise and Vibration W = Several Times Per Week Fumes and Odors D = Daily Wetness/Humidity M = Several Times Per Month Darkness or Poor Lighting S = Seasonally Primary Work Location Office Environment, Shop, Outdoors

Non-Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Time Pressures Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Emergency Situations Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Frequent Change of Tasks Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Tedious or Exacting Work Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Noisy/Distracting Environment Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Other If Other, Description Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)

Incumbent must be able to work independently most of the time.

Professional References

Professional References

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Minimum Requests 0 Maximum Requests 4

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you possess a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City's Driving Standards? Please review link in posting for details.
• Yes
• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

• Resume