Environmental Service Worker

RWJBarnabas Health stands as the premier healthcare system in New Jersey, renowned for delivering patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine with a compassionate and equitable approach. As a leading academic health system, RWJBarnabas Health focuses not only on clinical excellence but also on addressing social determinants of health through innovative strategies in patient care, education, and research. Their commitment to creating healthier communities extends beyond medical care to include educational and career opportunities, making a meaningful impact on the lives of local residents throughout the state.

The Jersey City Medical Center, part of RWJBarnabas Health, is a vital facility located at 355 Grand Street, Jersey City, NJ. This medical center embodies the system's mission to provide best-in-class healthcare services while fostering a supportive work environment that values each team member. The Environmental Services Department within the medical center plays a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation standards necessary for patient safety and overall hospital operations.

The role of an Environmental Service Worker at Jersey City Medical Center is a full-time, evening shift position offering an hourly wage of $19.79. The ideal candidate will work under the supervision of the Environmental Services Department and be responsible for cleaning and supplying patient rooms, nursing stations, ancillary areas, and other assigned locations in accordance with the department's standard procedures aligned with the Medical Center's objectives. This role is pivotal to ensuring a clean, safe, and well-maintained environment conducive to patient recovery and staff efficiency.

Environmental Service Workers are tasked with a variety of cleaning and maintenance duties including managing emergency spills, maintaining housekeeping closets, collecting and transporting waste in strict compliance with policies, and performing detailed cleaning functions following established schedules. The position requires the use of approved equipment to perform tasks such as damp buffing, shampooing carpets, mopping floors, dust mopping corridors, and emptying waste receptacles.

Beyond cleaning duties, this role includes arranging furniture for meetings and community events, monitoring and reporting maintenance needs for equipment, furniture, buildings, and fixtures, and ensuring supplies such as paper towels and soaps are replenished regularly. This position also requires the ability to adhere to a 9-step patient discharge cleaning process to maintain hospital hygiene standards.

Working full-time, Environmental Service Workers are expected to cover a 40-hour workweek on the evening shift from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM and must be available to work every other weekend and holidays in accordance with departmental needs. The role offers robust benefits reflecting RWJBarnabas Health's commitment to its employees' total wellbeing. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; retirement plans; paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave; disability and life insurance; tuition reimbursement; wellness programs; and more.

Joining RWJBarnabas Health means being part of a respected healthcare system committed to equity, innovation, and community impact. The organization offers a supportive work environment where employees are valued and provided with resources to thrive both professionally and personally.