Environmental Services Worker I

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center; Wheeler Heights (OR); On-site; USD 29,219 - 39,459; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental and vision coverage

Retirement savings opportunities

Well-being programs

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center is seeking an Environmental Services Worker I for the Third Shift. The role focuses on keeping patient areas, public spaces, and support areas clean and safe to support outstanding patient care.

The position emphasizes teamwork, strong attention to detail, and physical activity throughout the shift. Starting salary is $34,312 with comprehensive benefits, reflecting the center's commitment to staff and patients alike.

Qualifications

• Takes pride in keeping spaces clean and welcoming.
• Strong work ethic and dependable daily performance.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions carefully.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfort with physical activity during shifts.
• Professional conduct with patients, visitors, and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment throughout the organization.
• Clean and sanitize patient rooms, treatment areas, public spaces, offices, and other locations.
• Support infection prevention by following cleaning and sanitation procedures.
• Perform linen distribution, collection, and related services.
• Assist with cleaning and maintaining specialized and sterile areas as needed.
• Operate cleaning equipment and machinery safely and effectively.
• Support outdoor maintenance activities, including lawn care and snow removal when required.
• Complete specialty cleaning tasks and other environmental services duties as directed.
• Contribute to a positive patient and staff experience through reliable, high-quality service.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Safety-minded

Professionalism

Job description

Title: Environmental Services Worker I Job Type: Regular Company: Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center Department: Environmental Services Time Type: Full time Weekly Hours: 40 FTE: 1 Shift: Third Shift (United States of America)

Summary: About the Role:

A clean, safe, and welcoming environment is an important part of the care we provide to our patients, families, and visitors. As an Environmental Services Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting the health and comfort of everyone who walks through our doors. This position is ideal for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys staying active throughout the day, and understands that attention to detail can make a meaningful difference in the patient experience. From maintaining patient and public areas to supporting linen services and specialty cleaning functions, your work helps create an environment where exceptional care can happen. The starting annual salary for this position is $34,312 and this can include a full comprehensive benefits package.

What You'll Do:

• Help maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment throughout the organization
• Clean and sanitize patient rooms, treatment areas, public spaces, offices, and other assigned locations
• Support infection prevention efforts by following established cleaning and sanitation procedures
• Perform linen distribution, collection, and related services
• Assist with cleaning and maintaining specialized and sterile areas as needed
• Operate cleaning equipment and machinery safely and effectively
• Support outdoor maintenance activities, including lawn care and snow removal when required
• Complete specialty cleaning assignments and other environmental services tasks as directed
• Contribute to a positive experience for patients, visitors, and team members through reliable and high-quality service

What You'll Bring:

• Takes pride in keeping spaces clean, organized, and welcoming
• Has a strong work ethic and a dependable approach to daily responsibilities
• Pays close attention to detail and follows instructions carefully
• Enjoys working both independently and as part of a team
• Is comfortable performing physical work and being active throughout the shift
• Demonstrates professionalism and respect when interacting with patients, visitors, and colleagues
• Can safely operate equipment and tools used in environmental services and facility maintenance
• Is flexible and willing to assist with a variety of cleaning, linen, and maintenance-related tasks
• Previous environmental services, housekeeping, custodial, hospitality, healthcare, or facility maintenance experience is helpful but not required.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

At Roswell Park, every team member plays an important role in our mission. Whether you're providing direct patient care or helping maintain a safe and clean environment, your work contributes to the experience of patients and families every day.

We offer:

• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a nationally recognized cancer center
• A supportive team environment where your contributions are valued
• Comprehensive health benefits for eligible employees
• Dental and vision coverage
• Retirement savings opportunities
• Programs that support employee well-being, work-life balance, and professional growth
• A workplace dedicated to caring for both patients and employees

Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience There are no specific education or experience requirements for appointment to this title; however, candidates must be able to speak and write English to be eligible for appointment and to perform the duties of this position.

NOTE: Required degrees must have been granted by an accredited school, college or university or one recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center as following acceptable educational practices.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy-related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual’s relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

RPCIC and HRI are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Our Core Values

RPCIC and HRI are committed to providing an environment where patients, families, employees and community are treated with courtesy and respect. We support an inclusive environment that nurtures the talents, skills and abilities of each individual to embody and reflect our core values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion and Respect.

Historical Compensation Information Statement

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at [phone] or via email at [e-mail].

Welcome to Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, America's first cancer center founded in 1898 by Dr. Roswell Park. As one of the largest employers in Western New York, Roswell has over 3,300 employees, including over 200 physicians and scientists and 400 nurses. It’s a new era at Roswell Park. Leading the way in cancer research, treatment and education for more than a century, today Roswell Park is setting our course for a second century of extraordinary advances in cancer research and treatment. Equipped with the best facilities, the sharpest and most creative minds, and the single objective of curing cancer, we stand on the threshold of historic discovery.