Environmental Services Worker - Rutgers University : Job Details

Overview

Department IPO-Envir. Services-Newark

The Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O) employs a workforce of approximately 2,700 staff, represented by 15 collective negotiations agreements, and is responsible for institutional strategic initiatives and operations, which encompasses an expansive range of comprehensive service and business operations across the State of New Jersey. These include planning and construction, facilities, public safety and emergency operations, environmental health and safety, transportation, housing, and auxiliary/retail operations.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Environmental Services Worker for the Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O). The primary purpose of the Housekeeping Services Worker position is to performs various tasks to maintain a clean, safe, sanitary, and attractive environment in Rutgers Biomedical and Health Services.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Performs proper cleaning to insure cleanliness of the assigned areas.
• Performs routine/general cleaning to prevent the spread of infection and keep areas orderly and attractives.
• Performs Isolation cleaning procedures as instructed in order to prohibit the spread of infection.
• Performs hard floor care and various levels of carpet care.
• Renders moving services throughout the University.
• Performs daily collection, storage and disposal of various wastes generated within the University.
• Performs functional set ups as per request.
• Performs various grounds cleaning tasks.
• Performs snow removal tasks.
• Operates University vehicles and vehicular equipment.
• Presents a clean uniform appearance.
• Performs final check and clean up at end of shift.
• Understands and adheres to Rutgers compliance standards as they appear in RBHS Corporate Compliance Policy, Corporate Integrity Agreement, Code of Conduct, Conflict of Interest Policy, and HIPAA .
• Interacts with persons of all ages in a diverse, multicultural environment with respect and consideration.
• Complies with the attendance policies of Rutgers and the Environmental Services Department in order to fulfill the responsibilities of the position.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Compensation

• FLSA Nonexempt
• Grade 110

Salary Details

Minimum Salary 16.220

Mid Range Salary 16.720

Maximum Salary 17.220

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidates qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the universitys broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discounts programs

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Certifications/Licenses

• Valid Drivers License is required.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to carry out the duties of the position

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in institutional housekeeping is preferred.

Physical Demands

Up to 2/3 of the time, the position requires exposure to wet or humid conditions (non-weather), exposure to bloodborne pathogens that requires the use of Personal Protective Equipment, exposure to dust, fumes or airborne particles, and exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals that require the use of Personal Protective Equipment, exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Less than 1/3 of the time the position requires exposure to risk of electrical shock, exposure to risk of radiation, exposure to hazardous waste. The position requires work near moving mechanical parts up to 2/3 of the time, work in precarious places less than 1/3 of the time. The typical amounts of noise for the position are moderate to loud noise.

Work Environment

Position requires climbing or balance, taste, or smell less than 1/3 of the time: stand, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk or hear up to 2/3 of the time; walking 2/3 of the time; reaching with hands and arms over 2/3 of the time. Position requires lifting up to10 pounds over 2/3 of the time, lifting or exerting force of 25 pounds up the 2/3 of the time, lifting or exerting force of 50 or more pounds under 1/3 of the time.

Position requires Close vision, Distance vision, Color vision and Depth Perception

Special Conditions

• Clean Driving Record
• Multiple Vacancies

Posting Details

Posting Number 25ST1110

Posting Open Date 05/15/2025

Location

Home Location Campus Newark (RBHS)

City Newark

State NJ

Immunization and Pre-Employment

Pre-employment screenings: All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization requirements apply; if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers may require vaccination against Seasonal Influenza unless exempt for medical or religious reasons. Failure to provide proof of vaccination or exemptions may result in rescission of an offer or disciplinary action.

Affirmative Action / Equal Employment Opportunity

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have the ability to read, write, speak and understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform job duties?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a valid drivers license?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• List of Professional References (contact Info)

Optional Documents

• Writing Sample 1

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