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Environmental Services Worker

Bullhead City, AZ · On-site

$13.50 - $17.25/hr

Environmental Services Worker Are you passionate about a clean and healthy environment with a dedication for people and exceptional resident care? Join our team! Welcome to The Legacy Rehab & Care ...

Palomar Health

Environmental Service Worker

Poway, CA · On-site

$23 - $26.14/hr

Responsible for utilizing appropriate work practices commensurate with the environment of work to include working with neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, young adults, mature adults, older adults and ...

Palomar Health

Environmental Service Worker

Escondido, CA · On-site

$23 - $26.14/hr

Responsible for utilizing appropriate work practices commensurate with the environment of work to include working with neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, young adults, mature adults, older adults and ...

Northwell

Environmental Service Worker

Staten Island, NY · On-site

$16 - $20.50/hr

Performs cleaning duties as well as other tasks performed by the Environmental Services department. Adheres to NS-LIJHS/departmental policies and procedures and JCAHO/regulatory agency requirements.

Aramark

Environmental Services EVS Worker

Denton, TX · On-site

$14.75 - $18.75/hr

Adheres to established procedures to provide a safe working environment including aligning with OSHA, state/local, federal, and Aramark regulations * Performs cleaning and sanitizing of patient ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for environmental worker in the United States is $17.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Environmental Workers are professionals who focus on protecting and improving the environment through a variety of tasks. They may monitor pollution, manage waste, help conserve natural resources, or assess environmental hazards. Their work often involves collecting samples, conducting tests, enforcing regulations, and educating the public about environmental issues. Environmental Workers can be found in government agencies, private companies, or non-profit organizations, working both indoors and outdoors depending on their specific role.

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To thrive as an Environmental Worker, you need a basic understanding of environmental science, health and safety regulations, and often a high school diploma or relevant certification. Familiarity with monitoring equipment, data collection tools, and sometimes hazardous materials handling certifications is typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and strong communication skills help individuals excel in diverse field conditions. These skills and qualities ensure that environmental work is conducted safely, accurately, and in compliance with regulatory standards.

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Environmental Workers often encounter challenges such as working in varying weather conditions, handling hazardous materials, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations. To address these challenges, it's important to stay up to date with safety training, use appropriate personal protective equipment, and maintain strong communication with team members. Additionally, adapting quickly to changing site conditions and being diligent with documentation helps ensure both personal safety and the success of environmental projects.

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Environmental Service Worker

Hamilton, NJ • On-site

RWJBarnabas Health
Hospitals • 10K+ employees
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$15.97 - $18.35/hr

Full-time

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Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 332 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Job Title: Environmental Service Worker

Location: RWJUH Hamilton Hospital

Department Name: Environmental Services

Req #: 0000260494

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $15.97 - $18.35 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Environmental Service Worker

As a Environmental Service Worker, you'll help create a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for every patient, visitor, and team member who enters our facility. Your work is essential to infection prevention, patient safety, and the exceptional healthcare experience our communities expect. Every room you prepare directly supports outstanding patient care.

As a Housekeeping Worker, a typical day might include the following:

  • Clean and disinfect patient rooms, bathrooms, operating rooms, and assigned hospital areas in a timely manner.
  • Perform trash removal, sweeping, mopping, and other environmental services duties according to hospital policies.
  • Understand and properly handle medical, hazardous, and pharmaceutical waste.
  • Clean surgical equipment, surgical invasive areas, isolation areas, and off-site campus areas as assigned.
  • Maintain adequate stock of supplies and chemicals.
  • Work independently while meeting department quality standards.
  • Lift, pull, and push up to 50 pounds.
  • Support Joint Commission and Department of Health compliance standards.

This role might be for you if:

  • You take pride in creating clean, organized, and safe spaces.
  • You understand that behind-the-scenes work has a direct impact on patient outcomes.
  • You are dependable, self-motivated, and comfortable working independently.
  • You pay close attention to detail and consistently follow safety procedures.
  • You enjoy being part of a team dedicated to serving others.

To be considered for this opportunity, hospital housekeeping and floor care experience are preferred. Candidates should be comfortable performing physically active work, including lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds, while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety.

This full-time day  position  from 7am – 3:00pm and includes rotating weekends and holidays. Experience working within Joint Commission and Department of Health standards is a plus.

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RWJBarnabas Health is New Jersey’s largest integrated health care delivery system, providing treatment and services to more than three million patients each year. Throughout RWJBarnabas Health, our dedicated physicians, nurses, and health professionals are committed to providing the highest quality of patient care and health education to the community and region. We aim to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey - whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

West Orange, NJ, US

Year founded

2015

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