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Cleaner - Environmental Specialist
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute —Troy, NY
- $16 - $17 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Classroom
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Energy, Environment, and Sustainability Researchers
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute —Troy, NY
- $62,354 - $138,000 a year
- Temporary
- Mid-level
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Paid training
- Health insurance
Materials & Manufacturing Researchers
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute —Troy, NY
- $62,354 - $138,000 a year
- Temporary
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Manufacturing
- Paid training
- Health insurance
Mover & Grounds Specialist
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute —Troy, NY
- $17.50 - $19.50 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Microelectronics Researchers
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute —Troy, NY
- $62,354 - $138,000 a year
- Temporary
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Senior level
- Paid training
- Health insurance
Repairer, Rensselaer Tech Park
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute —Troy, NY
- $21.00 - $22.50 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Computer Operator
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute —Troy, NY
- $18 an hour
- Online Application
- HIPAA
- High school diploma or GED
- Assembly
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Sergeant
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute —Troy, NY
- $26 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Windows
- Driver's License
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Fundamental Knowledge Researchers
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute —Troy, NY
- $62,354 - $138,000 a year
- Temporary
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Senior level
- Paid training
- Health insurance
Life Sciences & Biotechnology Researchers
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute —Troy, NY
- $18.00 - $26.44 an hour
- Temporary
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Senior level
- Paid training
- Health insurance
Accountant
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute —New York State
- $62,400 - $69,500 a year
- Online Application
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Administrative Coordinator
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute —Troy, NY
- $20 - $24 an hour
- Online Application
- 5 years
- Word processing
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
EMPAC Overhire Pool
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute —Troy, NY
- $16 - $50 an hour
- Part-time
- Carpentry
- Sales
- Mid-level
Award Administrator
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute —Indiana
- $63,000 - $65,000 a year
- Online Application
- Hybrid work
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Public Safety Officer I
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute —Troy, NY
- $20.25 - $22.55 an hour
- Online Application
- Management
- Customer service
- 5 years
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Tenured Faculty Openings in Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute —Troy, NY
- $225,000 - $300,000 a year
- Multiple hires
- Doctoral degree
- University
- Senior level
- Health insurance
Operations Specialist
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute —Troy, NY
- $18.50 - $22.00 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Office
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Assistant Vice President, Research Administration & Security
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute —Indiana
- $203,600 - $260,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Office
- Finance
- University
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Executive Housekeeper
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute —Troy, NY
- $20.00 - $22.15 an hour
- Part-time
- Basic math
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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HVAC/r Technician
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute —Troy, NY
- $25 - $27 an hour
- Overtime
- Customer service
- Laboratory experience
- Mid-level
- Health insurance

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Job Details

Full-time
$16 - $17 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Cleaning and sanitation procedure implementation
Safety data sheet (SDS) reading
Computer operation
Customer communication
Customer service
Computer literacy
Basic math
English
Personal protective equipment (PPE) adherence
Cleaning equipment
Computer skills
Chemical safety protocols

Full Job Description

Cleaner - Environmental Specialist

Job no: 495921
Work type: Full Time
Location: Troy, NY
Categories: Staff, Trades, Service, and Maintenance

Who we are

Why Rensselaer? On a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute 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 will maintain Institute standards of cleanliness in assigned areas to include but not limited to residence halls, apartments, academic buildings, classrooms, athletic/recreational facilities, offices, and service areas.

Minimum Qualifications

Demonstrated stable work history

Preferred Qualifications

High School/Equivalent, prior commercial cleaning experience

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.
Ability to operate cleaning equipment and sanitizing dispensing units.
Must have the ability to work flexible hours which may include, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.
Basic knowledge of computers

Preferred Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities

Commercial Cleaning experience

Shift

Environmental Services: Starting time is 6:00am and ending time is 2:30pm

Travel

No travel

Driving

No driving: Must have reliable transportation

Attendance Requirement: Must be able to reliably report to the assigned work location for all scheduled shifts and maintain regular attendance, including during periods of inclement weather, subject to Institute operating schedules and emergency closure policies.

Salary Range/Rate

Expected hiring range: $16.00 + An additional $0.20 per hour will be paid for each year of documented and related experience as approved by the hiring team, up to $17.00 per hour

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 an application. Please be ready to upload required documents, such as your resume.

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

Job Posted Date

Applications will be accepted ongoing year round

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. Rensselaer is recognized locally and nationally for the depth and breadth of its compensation and benefits program. 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).

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: 15 Jun 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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