Environmental Services

Alberta Health Services; Bow Island; On-site; CAD 31,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Temp P/T Benefits

Job summary

Alberta Health Services is seeking Environmental Services staff at Bow Island Health Centre. You will clean and disinfect clinical and non-clinical areas, sweep, mop, restock supplies, and operate cleaning equipment in a busy hospital environment.

The role requires physical stamina, ability to lift up to 25 lbs, and English proficiency; there is 0.70 FTE with a Temp P/T status. Shift pattern includes days and weekends, with benefits for temporary part-time staff.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 10 or equivalent; ability to read and follow instructions.
• Proficiency with computers and smartphones for work tasks.
• Ability to stand/walk for long periods and lift up to 25 lbs, push/pull up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect clinical and non-clinical healthcare environments.
• Sweep, mop and vacuum; restock bathroom supplies; strip linen and make beds.
• Operate cleaning equipment; report hazards; train or orient new staff as needed.

Skills

Computer literacy

Physical stamina

English proficiency

Teamwork

Education

Grade 10 equivalence

Grade 12 (preferred)

Tools

Cleaning equipment operation

Job description

Your Opportunity

In keeping with Alberta Health Services' Mission Statement and Values, and as an integral member of the Environmental Services Team, the Environmental Services staff is responsible for routine cleaning, collection of general waste, and upkeep of the facility as well as all detailed or special cleanings in areas such as operating rooms, pharmacy, etc. Environmental Services staff must follow Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) standards and are responsible for performing other related duties as required. Environmental Services staff daily routines and approaches at work are to produce a clean, safe, comfortable environment for patients, residents, visitors, and staff. Environmental Services staff must maintain the highest level of confidentiality and be respectful and compassionate in all interactions. The Environmental Services staff participates in the training and orientation of new staff and performs other duties as required. These tasks are to be completed with minimal supervision in a busy and fast-paced environment.

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

Environmental Services

Primary Location

Bow Island Health Centre

Location Details

As Per Location

Multi-Site

Not Applicable

FTE

0.70

Posting End Date

13-AUG-2026

Temporary Employee Class

Temp P/T

Benefits

• Temp P/T Benefits

Date Available

05-OCT-2026

Temporary End Date

05-OCT-2027

Hours per Shift

7.75

Length of Shift in weeks

2

Shifts per cycle

7

Shift Pattern

Days, Weekends

Days Off

As Per Rotation

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

Ability to read, write, speak and understand English. Requires moderate to heavy physical exertion of which may include repetitive and/or long periods of standing, walking, bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, grasping, pushing, pulling, or lifting. Required to wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) for long periods of time (i.e., Face Mask, Eye Protection, Gloves, Gowns, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications

Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent. Able to work holidays/weekends and a variety of shift times. Previous cleaning experience. Ability to clean in isolation areas (ED, OR, ICU, NICU, etc.). WHMIS certificate.