• Environmental Specialist, Lead

    Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (Troy, NY)


    Environmental Specialist, Lead

     

    Work type: Full Time

     

    Categories: Staff, Trades, Service, and Maintenance

     

    Who we are

     

    Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) is the first technological research university in the United States. We bring creativity, science, and technology together to address society's greatest challenges. We cultivate exceptional problem-solvers by immersing them in a culture of rigorous inquiry, disciplined practice, and hands-on application. Our strategic plan, RPI Forward, charts a pioneering course for the next era of RPI. Explore the RPI Forward plan. ↗︎ (https://president.rpi.edu/rpi-forward)

     

    Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, RPI is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, one of the world’s fastest supercomputers, and the IBM Quantum System One - the first university-based quantum computer in the world.

     

    With top notch employee health and retirement benefits, Rensselaer offers its full-time employees a generous paid time off program, tuition remission, and opportunities for career growth.

    Job Summary

    The Environmental Specialist, Lead performs the duties of an Environmental Specialist, Sr. and assists supervisor with the planning and scheduling of the Institute's standards for cleanliness in assigned areas, including residence halls, apartments, academic buildings, classrooms, athletic/recreational facilities, offices, and common areas. Serve as team leader for crew of assigned staff. Works in concert with other leads to support all campus wide events. Act on behalf of the Supervisor during his/her absence.

    Minimum Qualifications

    + HS Diploma or equivalent required

    + Valid US driver's license

    + Three years of institutional/commercial cleaning or related experience including operation of various types of professional cleaning equipment

     

    Applicants must meet stated minimum education and experience requirements.

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Experience in Float position

     

    Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

     

    + Ability to read, write, and perform basic arithmetic

    + Ability to follow written and verbal instructions in English

    + Ability to work independently and as a member of a team

    + Good communication and customer service skills

    + Ability to comply with standing instructions provided by operating manuals, material safety data sheets, safety rules and regulations for personal protection and safety regarding equipment and chemical usage

    + Demonstrated proficiency in operating job specific equipment, and sanitizing dispensing units

    + Ability to provide direction and decisions for other team members

    + Basic computer skills including Microsoft & job specific software (CMMS)

    + Demonstrated ability to train others and lead projects

    + Must have the ability to work flexible hours which may include, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays

     

    Preferred Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities

     

    None

     

    Shift

     

    Business Hours with weekends or evenings occasionally required

     

    Travel

     

    Local travel between campus locations only

     

    Driving

     

    Driving a Rensselaer vehicle for non-passenger use

     

    Starting Salary/Rate

     

    Expected hiring range: $18.00-$22.50

     

    Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.

     

    Application instructions

     

    Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.

     

    If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact [email protected].

     

    Job Posted Date

     

    Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

     

    Total Compensation and Benefits Information

     

    Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu) (https://hr.rpi.edu/benefits) .

     

    Rensselaer is committed to the cultivation of a community that is welcoming, inclusive, and above all values learning. We welcome candidates who bring a variety of perspectives to Rensselaer’s work and campus communities. RPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

     

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or other characteristic protected by law.

     

    Advertised: 08 Sep 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

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