Job Description

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Union: UNIFOR Service

Location: KW Campus

Work Type: Unscheduled Part Time

Shift: UNIFOR PT

Summary:

The Environmental Services Aide contributes to providing a safe and clean environment for Grand River Hospital's patients, staff, and visitors.

Responsibilities:

Duties include mopping, vacuuming, equipment cleaning, changing drapes, collecting laundry and garbage, floor care, wall washing, vent and ceiling cleaning, and other housekeeping duties as required. Cleaning areas include clinical and non-clinical space: patient rooms, common areas, meeting rooms, washrooms, staff areas, and other specialty areas as required.

Other information:

• Previous experience in a janitorial/housekeeping position is an asset, but not required
• Must be able to multi-task and perform duties efficiently under limited supervision
• Ability to operate machinery - buffers, floor scrubbers, etc.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to push, pull and lift heavy equipment
• Ability to climb ladders
• Must be able to provide direct supervisor work reference
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check required

As part of our commitment to the health and safety of our patients, staff and community from COVID-19, subject to any accommodation required by applicable human rights legislation, Grand River Hospital requires that all staff have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.

APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED UNTIL THE POSTING IS CLOSED.

Please include a resume with your application in order to ensure that your qualifications are appropriately considered in the hiring process.

Grand River Hospital is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to: racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment. Grand River Hospital is a proud member of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI).

Upon individual request, the hospital will endeavour to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Human Resources in advance for assistance.