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The Environmental Services staff is responsible for cleaning and disinfecting clinical and non-clinical healthcare environments, including tasks like mopping, vacuuming, and waste disposal. They also identify potential hazards and may provide orientation to other staff members.
Requirements
Candidates must have completed at least Grade 10 and possess basic computer and smartphone skills. The role requires the physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 25 lbs, and push or pull up to 50 lbs of force.
Working hours
40 hours per week
Skills
- Cleaning
- Disinfecting
- Floor maintenance
- Waste management
- Communication
- Computer literacy
- Smartphone operation
- Attention to detail
- Safety compliance
- Linen handling
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Manufacturing
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Environmental Services
- Healthcare
- Cleaning
- Disinfecting
- Hospital
- Industrial cleaning equipment
- Hazardous waste
- Linen services
- Safety standards
- Facility maintenance
- AUPE
- Casual
- Relief
Original job description
Your Opportunity:
Alberta Health Services (AHS) is looking for a dependable, highly motivated individual for the position of Environmental Services (cleaner/housekeeper trained to work in healthcare) that is dedicated to both high-quality work and safety. AHS will provide the necessary training to safely clean and disinfect patient rooms, clinical areas, office areas, and other common staff/public areas in accordance with Alberta Health Services standards and practices. Shift schedules may include a combination of day, evening, nights, and weekend shifts.
Description:
As an Environmental Services staff, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks associated with cleaning and disinfecting clinical and non-clinical healthcare environments within a hospital or facility. Your typical duties may include sweeping, mopping and vacuuming; restocking supplies in bathroom facilities; stripping linen and making beds; operating industrial cleaning equipment for floor maintenance and restoration; thorough washing of ceilings and windows; emptying hazardous waste; and replenishing cleaning supplies and linens. You will also be responsible for identifying and reporting potential hazards to your Working Leader and you may also provide training or orientation to Environmental or Laundry staff.
Classification: Environmental Services Union: AUPE GSS Unit and Program: Linen & Environmental Services Primary Location: Westlock Healthcare Centre Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.00 Posting End Date: 23-SEP-2026 Employee Class: Casual/Relief Date Available: 03-OCT-2026 Hours per Shift: Varies Length of Shift in weeks: Varies Shifts per cycle: Varies Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, On Call Days Off: Other Minimum Salary: $22.58 Maximum Salary: $24.68 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Completion of Grade 10 or equivalent. Knowledge and operation of computers and smartphones. Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time and perform repetitive movements for the duration of your shift. Physically capable to lift up to 25 lbs and push and pull up to 50 lbs of force.
Additional Required Qualifications:
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, able to follow oral and written instruction. Basic knowledge and operation of a computer and a smart phone. Must be dependable and able to work with minimal supervision
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous cleaning experience preferred. Experience performing cleaning duties in a healthcare environment would be an asset.
