Environmental Services Worker I

Covenant Health Canada; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Alberta is seeking a Housekeeping Worker responsible for cleaning and disinfecting patient and public areas. The ideal candidate will have a Grade 10 education, excellent communication skills, and the ability to perform specialized cleaning procedures. Strong attention to detail and good team collaboration are essential. This position offers a part-time temporary role, with a pay range of $18.36 to $20.02 per hour in a well-supported environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform specialized cleaning procedures in isolation areas.
• Capable of meeting physical demands; able to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs.
• Valid 3-month Criminal Records Check.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning and disinfecting in patient, public, and office areas.
• Follow Infection Control standards.
• Interact compassionately with patients and coworkers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Completion of Grade 10 or recognized equivalent

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Your Opportunity

Reporting to the Supervisor for Environmental Services and Hospitality, this Housekeeping Worker performs professional routine cleaning in all patients, public and office areas according to the Position Description and follows Infection Control standards provided by the Environmental Services department. The Housekeeping Worker is responsible for cleaning and disinfecting public, patient and office areas and for adhering to the operating standards, Mission, Vision, Values, policies and procedures of Covenant Health and St. Michael’s Health Centre. The Housekeeping Worker interacts compassionately and respectfully with patients, residents, co‑workers, supervisors and managers.

Description

The Environmental Services Worker I is responsible for cleaning and disinfecting public, patient and office areas in accordance with established standards and the Mission, Vision, Values, policies and procedures of Covenant Health. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the CUPE 408 St. Michael's Collective Agreement.

Classification

• Classification: Environmental Services Worker I
• Union: COV CUPE 408 (St. Michael's)
• Unit and Program: All EVS areas with SMHCL
• Primary Location: St. Michael's Health Centre
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi‑Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.87
• Posting End Date: 23‑DEC‑2025
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 02‑JAN‑2026
• Temporary End Date: 18‑OCT‑2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 6
• Shifts per cycle: 26
• Shift Pattern: Days, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $18.36
• Maximum Salary: $20.02
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications

Completion of Grade 10 or recognized equivalent required.

• Ability to perform specialized cleaning procedures in isolation areas.
• High standard of cleanliness and sanitation with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, fluent in English.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and also independently.
• Good time management skills, able to follow directions, work to deadlines, and pay attention to detail.
• Capable of meeting the physical demands of the position; able to stand for long periods of time and move and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Valid 3‑month Criminal Records Check.
• Work shift hours of 0830 – 1645 and 1400 – 2215 as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous cleaning experiences in a health care setting preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal skills and training in customer relations.
• WHMIS certificate.