Department Aide

Competition #	10968
Job Title	Department Aide
Department	Building Services
Status	Permanent
Work Type	Part-time
Affiliation	CUPE Service
Shift Assignment	Days
Bilingualism Required	No
Police Check Requirement	Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check
Site	RLHC-Cupe Service
Salary Information	$24.81-$26.22/hour
Application Closing Date	November 4, 2026

KEY FUNCTION:

 Assist with maintaining the exterior appearance, cleanliness, safety and overall condition of hospital owned and managed properties. Perform routine inspections, hazard assessments, and general maintenance on assigned equipment.

REPORTING:

Under the general direction of the Supervisor, Facilities Management.

DUTIES:

1. Operate tractors, lawnmowers, trimmers, leaf blowers, and other powered or manual equipment in a safe manner.
2. Report equipment defects, malfunctions, and unsafe operating conditions.
3. Ensure tools, equipment, and materials are properly maintained, stored, and secured.
4. Follow established procedures for the safe handling and storage of fuels, chemicals, and maintenance supplies.
5. Conduct routine inspections of exterior grounds to identify potential hazards and maintenance concerns to drivers and/or pedestrians.
6. Maintain lawns, landscaped areas, parking lots and exterior spaces.
7. Perform grass cutting, trimming, edging, weeding and general landscaping activities.
8. Collect and dispose of litter, leaves, branches, and other debris throughout the property.
9. Assemble, install, and maintain exterior furniture, signage, and other exterior property fixtures as required.
10. Operate snowblowers, snow removal equipment, and other applicable machinery.
11. Monitor exterior conditions and respond to hazardous weather conditions.
12. Ensure emergency exits, entrances, fire hydrants, and other accessible routes remain clear of ice and snow.
13. Assist with winter maintenance operations including early morning, evening, weekend or emergency call-ins as required.
14. Maintain clear and accessible pedestrian walkways.
15. Empty exterior garbage cans on a routine basis.
16. Respond to urgent grounds related concerns including weather related hazards.
17. Use appropriate PPE when performing assigned duties.
18. Participate in education and training specific to current, relevant federal and provincial health and safety legislation, standards and guidelines.
19. Contribute to learner development by providing academic support, mentorship, preceptorship and supervision as required.
20. Participate in hospital training as required.
21. Assist with improvement initiatives as required.
22. Perform other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

1. Minimum of a Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent (i.e. General Education Development (GED) or Academic and Career Entrance (ACE)).
2. Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required.

EXPERIENCE:

1. Three (3) months of recent relevant experience is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

1. Demonstrated ability to safely operate outdoor power equipment (i.e. lawn mower, trimmer, snow blower).
2. Demonstrated knowledge of safe working practices.
3. Demonstrated computer skills with basic skills proficiency in Microsoft Office software (e.g. Word, Excel, and Outlook).
4. Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills.
5. Ability to prioritize tasks.
6. Demonstrated compliance with HSN’s privacy policy.
7. Demonstrated commitment to the safety of co-workers and patients.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY:

1. Successful Criminal Records and Judicial Matters Check is required.
2. Valid driver’s license with access to vehicle is required.
3. Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
4. Demonstrated professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
5. Demonstrated positive work record and good attendance record.
6. Ability to meet the physical and sensory demands of the job.
7. Ability to travel between local sites.

Selection Process: Candidates will be selected for this position on the basis of their skill, ability, experience and qualifications as identified in the resume and completed Application Form submitted. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct a formal interview where required. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Health Sciences North is committed to providing accommodations to applicants with disabilities to enable their participation in the recruitment, assessment, selection and hiring stages of employment.

HSN THANKS ALL APPLICANTS. ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED. WE WILL NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME.