Sanitation engineer job description
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Example sanitation engineer requirements on a job description
Sanitation engineer requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in sanitation engineer job postings.
Sample sanitation engineer requirements
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field
- Experience working with hazardous materials and waste disposal regulations
- Ability to operate and maintain sanitation equipment and machinery
- Knowledge of sanitation and hygiene principles and practices
- Ability to lift heavy objects and work in physically demanding environments
Sample required sanitation engineer soft skills
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures and protocols
- Excellent communication skills for coordinating with team members and management
- Ability to work independently and proactively identify and solve sanitation issues
- Flexibility to work varying shifts and schedules, including weekends and holidays
- Commitment to maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment
Sanitation engineer job description example 1
Millennia Housing Management, Ltd. sanitation engineer job description
The Sanitation Engineer is responsible for the overall upkeep of the property's public areas, common areas, exteriors, vacant units, model units, floor care, and trash removal.
The Sanitation Engineer also assists with litter pick-up, sidewalk cleaning, snow removal, and maintenance and cleaning duties. The position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor (on properties with over 300 units) or Property Manager (On properties with less than 300 units).
Essential Functions:
+ Read and carry out work orders and requests promptly, thoroughly, and efficiently.
+ Carry out cleaning schedules and functions.
+ Performs necessary inspections of exteriors, units, equipment, and systems to determine cleaning needed.
+ Performs necessary inspections of grounds, parking, and fields to determine work needed.
+ Perform a variety of groundskeeping functions.
+ Record work, cleaning, and improvements performed.
+ Inventory, care for and maintain cleaning products, equipment, materials, and other supplies owned by the property and/or the management company.
+ Report unusual or extraordinary circumstances regarding the property or residents.
+ Diagnose issues, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments, and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision.
+ Perform a variety of cleaning functions.
+ Use a variety of hand and power tools in performing duties.
+ Apply chemicals.
+ Operate and comply with OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Act) standards and company safety policies at all times. Maintain clean and orderly work areas.
+ Maintain the required uniform and ensuring a professional appearance and courteous attitude at all times.
+ Assume other duties and responsibilities as may be delegated.
+ This position requires regular and predictable attendance as an essential function of the job.
Experience & Education
+ High school education or equivalent.
+ One year of experience working in maintenance, custodial, or groundskeeping role in any industry preferred.
+ Ability to read the English language sufficiently to understand written work orders and instructions is required.
+ Possess basic troubleshooting skills and the ability to identify and repair defective system components.
Grooming & Uniform
+ Must maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance. A distinctive uniform must be worn at all times while on duty.
Physical Demands
+ N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position.
+ O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)
+ F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)
+ C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)
Physical Demands
Lift/Carry
Push/Pull
Stand - C
Grasp - C
10 lbs or less - C
12 lbs or less - C
Walk - C
Reach Outward - C
11-20 lbs - C
13-25 lbs C
Manually Manipulate - O
Reach Above Shoulder - C
21-50 lbs - C
26-40 lbs C
Sit - C
Speak - C
51-100 lbs - O
41-100 lbs O
Climb - C
Crawl - C
Over 100 lbs - N
Squat or Kneel - C
Bend - C
Other Physical Requirements:
Vision - C
Comfortable working with heights up to 25 feet.
Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - Hearing Protection
To accomplish this job, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment
Work is performed indoors and outdoors in a residential setting with regular exposure to cold, heat, noise, people, and equipment
EOE/Disabled/Veterans Statement
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Each applicant for employment is considered solely on the basis of job qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other classification protected by law.
Background Check Process
Your resume and application information, including employment history, educational history, and credentials/certifications, are subject to verification.
Acknowledgment
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the associate for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
The Sanitation Engineer also assists with litter pick-up, sidewalk cleaning, snow removal, and maintenance and cleaning duties. The position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor (on properties with over 300 units) or Property Manager (On properties with less than 300 units).
Essential Functions:
+ Read and carry out work orders and requests promptly, thoroughly, and efficiently.
+ Carry out cleaning schedules and functions.
+ Performs necessary inspections of exteriors, units, equipment, and systems to determine cleaning needed.
+ Performs necessary inspections of grounds, parking, and fields to determine work needed.
+ Perform a variety of groundskeeping functions.
+ Record work, cleaning, and improvements performed.
+ Inventory, care for and maintain cleaning products, equipment, materials, and other supplies owned by the property and/or the management company.
+ Report unusual or extraordinary circumstances regarding the property or residents.
+ Diagnose issues, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments, and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision.
+ Perform a variety of cleaning functions.
+ Use a variety of hand and power tools in performing duties.
+ Apply chemicals.
+ Operate and comply with OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Act) standards and company safety policies at all times. Maintain clean and orderly work areas.
+ Maintain the required uniform and ensuring a professional appearance and courteous attitude at all times.
+ Assume other duties and responsibilities as may be delegated.
+ This position requires regular and predictable attendance as an essential function of the job.
Experience & Education
+ High school education or equivalent.
+ One year of experience working in maintenance, custodial, or groundskeeping role in any industry preferred.
+ Ability to read the English language sufficiently to understand written work orders and instructions is required.
+ Possess basic troubleshooting skills and the ability to identify and repair defective system components.
Grooming & Uniform
+ Must maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance. A distinctive uniform must be worn at all times while on duty.
Physical Demands
+ N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position.
+ O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)
+ F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)
+ C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)
Physical Demands
Lift/Carry
Push/Pull
Stand - C
Grasp - C
10 lbs or less - C
12 lbs or less - C
Walk - C
Reach Outward - C
11-20 lbs - C
13-25 lbs C
Manually Manipulate - O
Reach Above Shoulder - C
21-50 lbs - C
26-40 lbs C
Sit - C
Speak - C
51-100 lbs - O
41-100 lbs O
Climb - C
Crawl - C
Over 100 lbs - N
Squat or Kneel - C
Bend - C
Other Physical Requirements:
Vision - C
Comfortable working with heights up to 25 feet.
Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - Hearing Protection
To accomplish this job, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment
Work is performed indoors and outdoors in a residential setting with regular exposure to cold, heat, noise, people, and equipment
EOE/Disabled/Veterans Statement
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Each applicant for employment is considered solely on the basis of job qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other classification protected by law.
Background Check Process
Your resume and application information, including employment history, educational history, and credentials/certifications, are subject to verification.
Acknowledgment
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the associate for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024