Aide – Environmental Services (Housekeeping, Term)

Northwest Employment Works; Sioux Lookout; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Pension plan & comprehensive insurance

Fitness reimbursement program

Professional development opportunities

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority (SLFNHA) in Sioux Lookout, Ontario, is seeking an Aide – Environmental Services (H) to maintain hostel cleanliness across multiple locations.

The role emphasizes respect for guests, Indigenous hiring preference, and teamwork. You should be flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, with training provided to deliver high standards of hygiene.

Qualifications

• First Nations ancestry preferred (OHRC, Part II, Special Employment).
• Ability to communicate in one of the First Nations dialects in the Sioux Lookout Zone is an asset.
• Written and oral communication skills suitable for the role.
• Previous housekeeping experience, preferably in a health services environment.
• Flexibility to work all shifts.
• Independent, self-motivated, and able to work well in a team.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to perform the duties regularly.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize guest rooms, bathrooms, and common areas.
• Make beds with fresh linens and replace linens as required.
• Empty trash and replace liners in rooms, bathrooms, and lobbies.
• Dust and wipe furniture, fixtures, windowsills, baseboards, and surfaces.
• Disinfect toilets, sinks, showers, and floors; clean mirrors near water fixtures.
• Vacuum or mop floors in guest areas.
• Sanitize high-touch surfaces (e.g., doorknobs, handrails, switches).
• Replenish guest amenities and stock linen closets.
• Report maintenance or safety issues to management promptly.
• Maintain organized supply rooms and carts.
• Respect guest privacy and confidentiality.

Skills

Flexibility to work shifts

Teamwork

Communication

Independent worker

Follow instructions

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Job description

Internal/External Posting This posting is to fill a current vacancy Reference Number: AIDEE001634 If applying by email, indicate the reference number in the subject line

Job Type: Full-Time Term Term End Date: August 16, 2027 Location: Sioux Lookout, Ontario Rate of Pay: Hourly $ 23.794 – $ 31.959 Hours of Work: 35 hours per week Application Deadline: September 11, 2026

Position Summary

As a crucial member of our team, the Aide – Environmental Services (H) is responsible for keeping the hostel locations across Sioux Lookout at a high standard of cleanliness.

Accountability

The Aide – Environmental Services (H) will be responsible for reporting to the designated Supervisor – Client Services.

Qualifications

• Persons of First Nations ancestry will be given preference (OHRC, Part II, Special Employment).
• The ability to communicate in one of the First Nations dialects in the Sioux Lookout Zone is an asset.
• Written and oral communication skills acceptable to the employer that meet the requirements of the role of Aide – Environmental Services.
• Previous experience in housekeeping, preferably in a health services environment, would be an asset.
• Must have the flexibility to work all shifts.
• Must be an independent and self-motivated worker, as well as the ability to work well within a team.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to perform the requirements of the position on a regular basis.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Clean and Sanitize Guest Rooms, Bathrooms, and Common Areas
• Make beds with fresh linens and change pillowcases, sheets, and towels as required
• Empty trash bins and replace liners in rooms, bathrooms, and lobbies
• Dust and wipe furniture, fixtures, windowsills, baseboards, bedside tables, lamps, chairs, and reachable surfaces
• Disinfect toilets, sinks, faucets, showers, and bathroom floors, clean mirrors and walls near water fixtures
• Vacuum carpets or mop floors in guest rooms, bathrooms, hallways, lobbies, and lounges
• Clean and sanitize high-touch surfaces (e.g. doorknobs, handrails, light switches) throughout the facility
• Replenish guest amenities such as soap, toilet paper, towels, tissues, and other items as required
• Ensure cleaning carts and supply rooms are stocked daily
• Maintain organized and stocked linen closets
• Report any maintenance or safety issues to management promptly (e.g. flickering lights, loose handrails, blocked fire exits)
• Monitor “SHARPS” containers for damage or if containers are full, report to the supervisor
• Respect guests’ privacy and maintain confidentiality regarding their stays
• Other duties as assigned

Working Conditions

• It will require working evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Considerable walking, standing, lifting, pulling, pushing and bending.
• Frequently required to lift up to 30 lbs.

About Working with Us

The Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority (SLFNHA) serves 33 First Nation communities in the Sioux Lookout region in Ontario, Canada. Mandated by the leadership in these communities, our organization is dedicated to strengthening First Nations by contributing in unique ways to a strong health system for the Anishinabe.

We value respect, relationships, culture, equality and fairness. Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority focuses on hiring Indigenous employees whenever possible.

We offer competitive and comprehensive employment benefits to Full-Time employees:

• Health and dental benefits
• Competitive time off plans that increase with years of service
• Pension plan & comprehensive insurance coverage
• Fitness reimbursement program
• Professional development opportunities
• Relocation assistance

Candidates are encouraged to self-identify on their application. Self-identification is voluntary and the information is used to assist SLFNHA in hiring Indigenous people from the region whenever possible and to support candidates in their application.

If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us at:

Human Resource Department

Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority

P.O. Box 1300, 61 Queen Street

Sioux Lookout, ON P8T 1B8

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

No resumes received after application deadline will be accepted. SLFNHA wishes to thank all applicants in advance. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

For additional information regarding the Health Authority, please visit our website at www.slfnha.com

SLFNHA is a proud supporter of Mikinakoos Children’s Fund. To find out more, visit www.mikinakoos.com