Environmental Services

Alberta Health Services; Fort Macleod; On-site; CAD 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services in Fort Macleod is seeking Environmental Services staff to perform cleaning and disinfection of clinical and non-clinical environments within a hospital setting. Duties include sweeping, mopping, restocking supplies, linen handling and waste management while following IPC standards for patient and staff safety.

Position is casual/relief with shifts including days, evenings, nights, and weekends; strong physical ability and PPE use required, training provided.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 10 or equivalent.
• Knowledge of computers and smartphones.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Physically capable to lift up to 25 lbs and push and pull up to 50 lbs.
• 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 for long periods of time (i.e., Face Mask, Eye Protection, Gloves, Gowns, etc.).
• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Able to work holidays/weekends and a variety of shift times.
• Basic computer skills.
• Previous cleaning experience.
• Ability to clean in isolation areas (ED, OR, ICU, NICU, etc.).
• WHMIS certificate.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Reporting potential hazards to the Working Leader.
• Providing training or orientation to Environmental or Laundry staff.

Skills

Computer skills

Physical stamina

Lifting 25 lbs

Push/pull 50 lbs

English proficiency

Education

Grade 10 or equivalent

Grade 12 or equivalent

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

Classification: Environmental Services

Union: AUPE GSS

Unit and Program: Environmental Services

Primary Location: Fort MacLeod Health Centre

Location Details: As Per Location

Multi-Site: Not Applicable

FTE: 0.00

Posting End Date: 20-NOV-2026

Employee Class: Casual/Relief

Date Available: 02-DEC-2026

Hours per Shift: Varies

Length of Shift in weeks: Varies

Shifts per cycle: Varies

Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends

Days Off: Other

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.
• Basic computer skills.
• Previous cleaning experience.
• Ability to clean in isolation areas (ED, OR, ICU, NICU, etc.).
• WHMIS certificate.