Cleaner, Environmental Services - FT (J0926-0522)

Njoyn; Toronto; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Pension

Vacation

Job summary

North York General Hospital is seeking a Cleaner in Environmental Services for the General Site at 4001 Leslie Street. The role focuses on safe, efficient housekeeping in a healthcare setting, supporting infection control and patient comfort.

The position requires reading/writing English, teamwork, and the ability to lift up to 30 lbs. Evening shifts including weekends are part of a full-time schedule with a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Grade XII diploma or equivalent.
• Certified in Health and Safety preferred.
• Experience with microfiber cleaning systems.
• Ability to read, write English and follow written instructions.
• Ability to communicate with residents and staff.
• Bilingual French/English an asset.

Responsibilities

• Dust, sweep and damp mop floors.
• Collect garbage and handle waste.
• Replenish supplies.
• Disinfect and prepare discharged beds for new admissions.
• Move furniture and perform general cleaning tasks in patient and clinical areas.
• Set up and close areas, including opening/closing walls and moving chairs.

Skills

Customer service

English literacy

Teamwork

Equipment use

Education

Grade XII diploma or equivalent

Certified in Health and Safety - preferred

Tools

Vacuum cleaners

Auto scrubbers

Carpet extractors

Job description

>>> Cleaner, Environmental Services - FT (J0926-0522)Job Title:Cleaner, Environmental Services - FT (J0926-0522)Location:General Site, 4001 Leslie Street#### Position Summary**Cleaner, Environmental Services**Your goal in this position is to perform general housekeeping activities within the established guidelines for health and safety, infection control and quality management. You're able to work independently and as a team, you communicate effectively with colleagues, staff and residents, and provide excellent customer service. This position supports the Hospital's academic mandate by advancing care through teaching and learning and/or transforming care through research and innovation. This position contributes to the shared responsibility of ensuring health and safety policies are followed to provide for a healthy environment for staff, physicians, volunteers, learners, patients and families.* Work safely in accordance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act, Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS), Ministry of Environment Regulation 309 (Biomedical Waste), and other work related regulations.* Have a good understanding of chemical and equipment use, including vacuum cleaners, auto scrubbers, and carpet extractors* Have the ability to read, write English and follow written instructions.* Be able to walk, stand, reach, kneel and lift weights up to 30 lbs. and push carts on wheels* Dust, sweep and damp mops floors* Collect garbage and handle waste* Replenish supplies* Strip, disinfect and make discharged beds ready for new admissions* Move furniture* Wax, strip floors/heavy cleaning, isolation, etc.* Clean patient and clinical areas, including carpet and chair wash, etc.* Set-up including opening and closing the walls, moving chairs and tables.#### Qualifications* Grade XII diploma or equivalent* Certified in Health and Safety - preferred* Previous cleaning experience with micro fiber system* Ability to read, write English and follow written instructions* Ability to communicate with residents and staff* Good understanding of chemical and equipment use, including vacuum cleaners, auto scrubbers, and carpet extractors* Ability to work independently or as a team* Strong customer service skills* Bilingualism in French/English an Asset#### What We Offer**Working at NYGH** means working with a dynamic team of fellow healthcare providers, staff, and volunteers in one of Canada's leading hospitals. **This is a Full Time Permanent position, with 8 hours shifts, evening shifts including weekends in the Environmental Services Department at the General Site, 4001 Leslie Street.** We offer a highly competitive total compensation package that includes benefits, pension, and vacation. If you were searching for more reasons to consider joining the wonderful team at NYGH, check out some features of our Total Rewards package by visiting nygh.on.ca #INDOAt North York General, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities. North York General is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.* Patient Experience Office* Prenatal Classes and Education* Centre For Education* + News & Events* + Students+ - Medicine+ - Nursing- * Prior to First Day+ - Non Clinical+ - Interprofessional Education* + Staff & Physicians+ - Faculty Development* + Conferences* + Scholarship+ - Publications & Posters/Abstracts+ - Education Scholarship Showcase+ - Resources for Staff & Physicians* + Our stories* + Quick Links