Environmental II

Alberta Health Services; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Red Deer, Alberta, is seeking an Environmental Services II to perform cleaning duties in a hospital setting. Candidates should have a Grade 10 education, and physical capability for lifting and repetitive work. Experience in a healthcare environment is preferred. The position offers training for safety and cleaning protocols.

Qualifications

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and perform repetitive movements.
• Physically capable of lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 30 lbs.
• Dependable and able to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for intensive cleaning in hospital or facility.
• Operate industrial cleaning equipment for floor maintenance.
• Train/Orient Environmental staff as needed.

Skills

Dependability

Communication

Ability to follow instructions

Education

Completion of Grade 10 or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Industrial cleaning equipment

Smartphone

Job description

Your Opportunity

Alberta Health Services (AHS) is looking for a dependable, highly motivated individual for the position of Environmental Services II (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.

Description

As an Environmental II, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks associated with intensive or specialized cleaning within a hospital or facility associated with industrial cleaning supplies and by using powered industrial equipment. Your typical duties may include operating industrial cleaning equipment for floor maintenance, thorough washing of ceilings and windows and emptying hazardous waste. You may also provide training / orientation to Environmental staff.

Required Qualifications

Completion of Grade 10 or equivalent. Knowledge and operation of a computer including Microsoft Office. Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time and perform repetitive movements for the duration of your shift. Physically capable to lift, push and pull up to 30 lbs of force.

Additional Required Qualifications

Demonstrate 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.