Job Description

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The Environmental Services Technician is responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary, and safe environment in an office building. The position involves performing general cleaning tasks such as dusting, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and restocking supplies in restrooms and common areas. The position ensures that all assigned areas are cleaned to a high standard and helps support a safe, professional, and welcoming workplace for employees, customers, and visitors.

“This position is located at our Topeka campus. The working hours are 12:00 pm- 8:30 pm

Why Join Us?

• Family Comes First Total rewards package that promotes the idea of family first for all employees; including paid time off and family first leave.
• Professional Growth Opportunities: Advance your career with ongoing training and development programs both through our internal Blue University and external opportunities.
• Make a Positive Impact: Your work will directly contribute to the health and well-being of Kansans.
• Inclusive Work Environment: We pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected.
• Lead and Inspire: Guide and mentor your team to achieve their full potential and success.
• Balance: paid vacation and sick leave with paid maternity and paternity available immediately upon hire
• Real World Experience: You will work hand in hand with our team in learning our business and applying your classroom learning.
• Networking Opportunities: Participate in our corporate intern program and network with other interns at BCBSKS to enhance your learning opportunity.

Compensation

$16.96- $21.20

Non-Exempt Grade 9

• Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas offers excellent competitive compensation with the goal of retaining and growing talented team members. The compensation range for this role is a good faith estimate, it is estimated based on what a successful candidate might be paid. All offers presented to candidates are carefully reviewed to ensure fair, equitable pay by offering competitive wages that align with the individual's skills, education, experience, and training. The range may vary above or below the stated amounts.

What you’ll do

Responsibilities:

• Perform routine cleaning tasks including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and surface disinfection throughout the office building
• Clean and sanitize restrooms, restock supplies, and ensure all areas are tidy and well-maintained
• Empty and sanitize trash and recycling containers; transport waste to designated disposal areas
• Clean windows, glass surfaces, and entryways as assigned
• Maintain cleanliness in shared spaces such as lobbies, elevators, kitchens, and conference rooms
• Monitor and replenish cleaning and restroom supplies as needed
• Operate basic cleaning equipment (vacuums, floor buffers, etc.) safely and efficiently
• Follow health, safety, and sanitation policies and procedures

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness
• Good communication skills and a customer service mindset
• Basic knowledge of proper use of cleaning supplies and operation of equipment
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

What you need

Education and Experience:

• GED or vocational training in commercial housekeeping preferred.
• One year previous work related experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Physical stamina and ability to perform repetitive tasks, including lifting, standing, and walking for extended periods
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals, bodily fluids, and other potentially hazardous materials

Benefits & Perks

• Base pay is only one component of your competitive Total Rewards package
  • Incentive pay program (EPIP)
  • Health/Vision/Dental insurance
  • 6 weeks paid parental leave for new mothers and fathers
  • Fertility/Adoption assistance
  • 2 weeks paid caregiver leave
  • 5% 401(k) plan matching
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources

Our Commitment to Connection and Belonging

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, we are committed to fostering a culture of connection and belonging, where mutual respect is at the foundation of our workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military or veteran status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas conducts pre-employment drug screening, criminal conviction check, employment verifications and education as part of a conditional offer of employment.