Environmental Services Lead - Rural Hlth
Job Description

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Custodial Supervisor, this position is responsible for assisting department management with the day-to-day activities of the custodial staff for the medical facilities on campus. Quality customer service will be provided to the client at all times. Knowledge or willingness to learn proper cleaning techniques is essential.

Lead and participate in the Essential Functions of custodial activities of assigned buildings, along with providing training in the following areas based on department established standards.

  • Provide work directions to assigned custodians on job schedules, work orders and coverage
  • The proper use of labeling, dilution, storage and the use of all chemicals
  • The proper use of equipment, maintenance, storage & techniques for their use
  • Infection Control
  • Sanitization
  • Emergency Response
  • Handle all Work Orders for Fire Extinguishers, Emergency Lights and AED's
  • Order supplies according to established guidelines & procedures
  • Pickup and/or delivery laundry and perform laundry duties
  • Lead & participate in major summer cleaning projects assigned
  • Lead & participate with Set up & Tear down for special events
  • Moving & Stacking furniture
  • Lead & participate in Snow Removal from entrances, steps & sidewalks within 15 feet of a building using shovel/snow blower & dispersing salt
  • Maintain regular attendance

Additional Info

Required Qualifications:

High School education or GED
1 year of custodial experience in medical field

Valid Drivers License

 

Preferred Qualifications:

Three years of custodial experience in medical field

 

Additional Information:

Selected candidate will need to complete a background check and a pre-employment physical prior to their start date.

Information at a Glance
Req Id:  2403
Campus Name:  University of Nebraska Kearney (UNK)
Org Unit:  Facilities Mgt & Planning UNK
Job Location:  Kearney, NE 68847
Application Review Date:  8/28/26
Open Until Filled:  Yes
Advertised Salary:  $37,689.00
Job Type:  Full-Time
Faculty Appointment: 
Worksite Eligibility:  On-site
Benefits Eligible:  Yes
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact:  Brenda Marker 308-440-3542
Special Instructions to Applicant:  Please include all work experience on your job application. Pre-employment physical required.

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment.

Posting Start Date:  8/20/26