Senior Environmental Services Worker at University Hospital, Newark NJ

Newark, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jan, 26

Salary

20.36

Posted On

23 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Environmental Services, Infection Control, Cleaning Procedures, Quality Control, Team Leadership, Resource Allocation, Orientation, Hard Floor Care, Carpet Care, Grounds Cleaning, Snow Removal

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Overview Senior Environmental Services Worker 📍 Newark, NJ | 🕒 Full-Time | 💼 EVS | About the Role The primary purpose of the Senior Environmental Services Worker position is to perform various tasks to maintain a clean, safe, sanitary, and attractive environment at the University Hospital. Serves as a Lead to ensure efficient workflow in assigned area(s), especially in the absence of the Supervisor, by starting the shift with the team, assisting with allocation of resources and equipment, and orienting new staff to cleaning procedures and infection control policies and procedures. Responsibilities What You’ll Do Performs proper routine and general cleaning to prevent the spread of infection and keeps areas orderly and attractive. Performs isolation cleaning procedures as instructed to prohibit the spread of infection Performs other cleaning tasks as assigned, including, but not limited to, hard floor care, carpet care, grounds cleaning, snow removal, etc. Works to ensure timely turnaround of beds and rooms. As a senior level employee, contributes to smooth workflow in assigned areas, especially in the absence of the Supervisor, by starting the shift with assigned workers, and assisting with allocation of supplies and resources. As assigned, assists with orientation of new hires to the EVS team, to cleaning protocols, and infection control policies and procedures. Performs final check and clean up at end of shift. Qualifications What You’ll Bring Required: Two (2) years or more experience as an Environmental Services Worker required. Demonstrated knowledge of Quality Control System as well as environmental controls. Must be able to work every other weekend and holidays. Bilingual skills (English/Spanish) are recommended. What We Offer Vacation Time Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage Dental & Vision Insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance Pension Plan Pet Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Professional Development Compensation (NJ Job Transparency Law) In compliance with New Jersey’s Pay Transparency Act, the hourly rate for this position is $19.27 - $20.36. University Hospital considers multiple factors when determining compensation, including (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s relevant work experience, education and training, key skills, internal equity, market data, and organizational needs. About Us University Hospital is one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. As the only state-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey, University Hospital is training the next generation of physicians and advancing science to discovery while taking exceptional care of patients, regardless of their financial situation. Apply Today We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you want to grow your career in healthcare while serving a vibrant community, we’d love to meet you.

Responsibilities

The Senior Environmental Services Worker is responsible for maintaining a clean and sanitary environment at University Hospital. This includes performing routine cleaning, isolation cleaning, and assisting with the orientation of new staff.