Environmental Services Workers (Part-Time, No Rotation)

Northumberland Hills Hospital; Cobourg; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Northumberland Hills Hospital seeks part-time Environmental Service Workers to support patient care by maintaining a clean and organized environment. Candidates will work 2-3 shifts per week with responsibilities including cleaning, supply maintenance, and adherence to health and safety protocols. Required qualifications include a minimum grade 12 education and previous experience in an institutional setting, along with specific physical requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum grade 12 education is required.
• Previous experience in an institutional environment.
• Knowledge of WHMIS, sanitation codes, and ability to perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Support patient care through environmental services.
• Assist in the maintenance of supplies and equipment.

Skills

Communication

Ability to learn new techniques

Ability to work independently

Education

Minimum grade 12 education

Tools

WHMIS knowledge

Job description

Reference # 00932 Posted Thursday, June 19th, 2025 at 9:02am Scope Public Applications Accepted Position Environmental Service Workers (Part-Time, No Rotation) Department Environmental Services Term Permanent, Part-Time No Rotation Pay $27.64 - $29.34 hourly as per the CUPE Collective Agreement Application Deadline Friday, July 4th, 2025 at 12:00am

VALUES AND COMMITMENT

At Northumberland Hills Hospital (NHH), our shared purpose is People First, and our core values of Integrity, Quality, Respect, Compassion and Teamwork are at the centre of who we are and what we do. We remain committed to sustaining an experienced workforce that reflects Northumberland Hills Hospital’s dedication to recognising everyone’s contributions and respecting everyone’s dignity, unique experience, and potential.

EQUITY AND ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

Northumberland Hills Hospital remains respectful of all protected rights, in line with the grounds laid out by the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we welcome applications from all qualified applicants and interests from racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous People of North America, women, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

We strive to make our entire hiring process as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants if needed. For any hiring related accommodation needs and/or requests please email us via [e-mail].

LOCATION

Located approximately 100 kilometres east of Toronto, NHH delivers a broad range of acute, post-acute, outpatient and diagnostic services. Acute services include emergency and intensive care, medical/surgical care, obstetrical care and palliative care. Post-acute specialty services (PASS) include restorative care and rehabilitation. Mental health care, cancer and supportive care, dialysis and other ambulatory care clinics are offered on an outpatient basis through partnerships with regional centres and nearby specialists. NHH offers a full range of diagnostic services, including magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT) and mammography. The hospital serves the catchment area of west Northumberland County. A mixed urban and rural population of approximately 67,000 residents, west Northumberland comprises the Town of Cobourg, the Municipality of Port Hope, Alderville First Nation and the townships of Hamilton, Cramahe and Alnwick/Haldimand. NHH employs more than 850 people and relies on the additional support provided by physicians, midwives and volunteers. NHH is an active member of Ontario Health (East)—formerly the Central East Local Health Integration Network—and the Ontario Health Team of Northumberland. For more information, please visit nhh.ca or follow us on Facebook @northumberlandhillshosp, X/Twitter @NorHillsHosp, and LinkedIn Northumberland Hills Hospital.

Role Overview

Under the direction of the Supervisor, Environmental Services, the Environmental Service Worker supports patient care through the maintenance of a clean, safe and well-organized environment, the maintenance of supplies and equipment.

This is a part time, no rotation position. Must be able to work an average 2 to 3 shifts/week, including shift patterns, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications/Requirements

Required

• Minimum grade 12 education
• Previous experience working in a institutional environment required
• Capable of learning new techniques, policies and procedures
• Ability to communicate effectively with all clients including patients and families
• See Physical Demands Analysis for specific physical requirements
• Knowledge of WHMIS, CQI, and Sanitation Codes/Hygiene.
• Ability to concentrate for long periods of time while completing data entry
• Walking and standing for prolonged periods of time.
• Able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Able to push heavy carts (linen, garbage, cleaning carts) and move furniture
• Repetitive arm and hand movements.
• Ability to work with various cleaning agents
• Ability to work in a hot environment and possibly outdoors
• Perform duties according to necessary safety precautions/procedures to prevent possible exposure to disease, infection, chemical, physical and mechanical hazards
• Is subject to cleaning via ladders
• Able to work independently as well as a team member
• Follows safe and healthy work practices and maintains a safe and healthy work environment through attendance at educational programs, training in Smart Moves program, use of established reporting mechanisms for injuries, illness and hazards and adherence to health and safety related policies and procedures
  
  

Employment Requirements

Successful applicants are required provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector criminal reference check, that was complete less than one year from the date of hire. This requirement must be met within the first sixty (60) days of employment.

Additionally, to the above, successful applicants are also required to complete the Health Care Worker Health review process which includes providing an up-to-date immunization record to ensure compliance with the Ontario Hospital Association Communicable Diseases Surveillance Protocols within the first thirty (30) days of employment. Northumberland Hills Hospital operates a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for all staff.

Northumberland Hills Hospital may choose to conduct parts/all the hiring process virtually. Furthermore, we are a scent-free environment. When attending the hospital kindly refrain from wearing strongly scented fragrances.

While we thank all those that express interest in this exciting position; kindly note that due to high volumes of interests, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.