Environmental Services Worker

Rutgers University; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Rutgers University seeks an Environmental Services Worker to maintain a clean, safe, sanitary and attractive environment within Rutgers Biomedical and Health Services at the Newark location.

This is a full-time role with standard hours and union representation by Teamsters 97. Monday–Friday 6:00am–3:00pm; pre-employment screenings apply, and eligibility for PERS benefits is noted.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe, sanitary and attractive environment in Rutgers Biomedical and Health Services.

Education

Minimum Education and Experience

Job description

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Environmental Services Worker (Multiple Vacancies). The primary purpose of the Housekeeping Services Worker position is to perform various tasks to maintain a clean, safe, sanitary and attractive environment in Rutgers Biomedical and Health Services.

FLSA

FLSA Nonexempt

Grade

Grade 110

Salary Details

Minimum Salary 16.720

Mid Range Salary 17.220

Maximum Salary 17.740

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s 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 university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• 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 (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status

Full Time

Working Hours

Standard Hours 40.00

Union Description

Teamsters 97

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment

Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

PERS

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

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

Certifications/Licenses

• Valid Driver’s License is required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in institutional housekeeping is preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Physical Demands: 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 to 10 pounds over 2/3 of the time, lifting or exerting force of 25 pounds up to 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.
Work Environment: 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, 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.

Special Conditions

• Monday – Friday : 6:00am – 3:00pm
• Safe Driving Record

Posting Number

26ST1181

Posting Open Date

05/28/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus Newark (RBHS)

City Newark

State NJ

Location Details Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their 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 encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

• * Do you have the ability to read, write, speak, understand and communicate in English sufficiently to carry out the duties of the position?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a valid driver’s 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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