Environmental Services Worker - (221285)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare authority is seeking personnel to perform both light and heavy cleaning duties, ensuring patient and staff safety as a priority. The role includes tasks like dusting, vacuuming, and maintaining cleanliness through established procedures. Candidates should possess at least a Grade 10 education or equivalent, and demonstrate effective communication and physical abilities essential for the role.

Responsibilities

• Perform light and heavy cleaning duties, including dusting and vacuuming.
• Empty garbage and make beds according to established procedures.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability

Organizational skills

Equipment operation

Education

Grade 10 or equivalent education

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