Environmental Services Worker

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 29,344 - 41,794; Part time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority (VIHA) is seeking a casual cleaner to support patient and staff areas. The role involves performing light and heavy cleaning duties, including dusting, vacuuming, washing, mopping, and waste disposal, with a strong emphasis on safety and quality of care.

The successful candidate will operate a range of cleaning equipment and follow VIHA policies. This position requires Grade 10 education, good communication, and the ability to work across multiple sites as

Qualifications

• Grade 10 or equivalent.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Deal with others effectively.

Responsibilities

• Perform light and heavy cleaning duties using a variety of equipment.
• Make beds and empties garbage in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Follow established policies and procedures while maintaining high safety standards.

Skills

Communicate effectively

Deal with others effectively

Education

Grade 10

Job description

Work Area (FBA Only)

As required

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

As required

Days Off

As required

Vacancy Type

Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$25.82 - $25.82

Paid FTE

N/A

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

N/A

Planned Start Date

Jul. 27 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Yes

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient & staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Using a variety of specialized equipment, tools and machines, performs light and heavy cleaning duties, such as dusting, vacuuming, shampooing, washing, mopping, stripping, polishing and wiping; makes beds and empties garbage in accordance with established policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 10 or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Deal with others effectively.
• Physically carry out the duties of the position.