Location: Newark,NJ, USA
Position DetailsPosition InformationRecruitment/Posting Title Environmental Services WorkerJob Category Staff & Executive - Facilities/Environmental/MaintenanceDepartment IPO-Envir. Services-NewarkOverviewThe 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 SummaryRutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking an Environmental Services Worker for the Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O). The primary purpose of the Environmental 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 attractive.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 assignedPosition Status Full TimeHours Per WeekDaily Work ShiftWork ArrangementFLSA NonexemptGrade 110Position SalaryAnnual Minimum Salary 30409.60Annual Mid Range Salary 31449.60Annual Maximum Salary 32385.60Standard Hours 40.00Union Description Teamsters 97Payroll Designation PeopleSoftBenefitsRutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to UnitTerms of Appointment Staff - 12 monthPosition Pension Eligibility PERSQualificationsMinimum Education and ExperienceAbility to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to carry out the duties of the position.Certifications/LicensesValid Driver's LicenseRequired Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesPreferred QualificationsPrior experience in institutional housekeeping is preferred.Equipment UtilizedPhysical Demands and Work EnvironmentPhysical 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 PerceptionSpecial ConditionsMultiple VacanciesClean Driving RecordPosting DetailsPosting Number 24ST2178Posting Open Date 09/10/2024Special Instructions to ApplicantsRegional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)Home Location Campus Newark (RBHS)City NewarkState NJLocation DetailsPre-employment ScreeningsAll offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.Immunization RequirementsUnder 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.Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity StatementIt 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, p regnancy, 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. 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