Environmental Services Worker - (219160)

Island Health; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in British Columbia seeks a Cleaning Staff member to perform a range of cleaning duties. Candidates must have a Grade 10 education or equivalent, strong communication skills, and the physical ability to fulfill the role. This position focuses on maintaining a safe and clean environment for patients and staff, adhering to established protocols.

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.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform light and heavy cleaning duties.
• Dust, vacuum, shampoo, wash, mop, strip, polish, and wipe surfaces.
• Make beds and empty garbage following policies and procedures.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Physical ability to perform duties

Equipment operation

Education

Grade 10 or equivalent

Job description

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

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

• 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.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment.

Note: Source document references include a job description link (omitted here): jd.viha.ca/JD1310.pdf