Environmental Services Worker

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Salt Spring Island Electoral Area; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Lady Minto Hospital on Salt Spring Island, part of Vancouver Island Health Authority, is hiring for a casual housekeeping role. The successful candidate will perform a range of cleaning duties to maintain a safe and sanitary patient environment, including dusting, vacuuming, washing, mopping and bed making.

Qualifications include Grade 10 or equivalent, with strong communication skills and the physical ability to carry out duties.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

Responsibilities

• Perform light and heavy cleaning duties including dusting, vacuuming, shampooing, washing, mopping, stripping, polishing and wiping.
• Make beds and empty garbage according to established policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Physical stamina

Education

Grade 10

Job description

Lady Minto Hospital (LMH) - Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 1T1 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

LMH

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

0.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

0.0

Planned Start Date

Jun. 1 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

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 Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; 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

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.