General Worker - Environmental Services

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Springhill; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading health service provider in Nova Scotia is seeking a General Worker for Environmental Services. This role focuses on maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients and staff, involving cleaning tasks and handling of materials. Ideal candidates will have Grade 12/GED, good communication skills, and preferably some housekeeping experience. The position offers part-time hours and a competitive hourly wage.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Travel insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Pension plan

Qualifications

• Housekeeping experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and servicing assigned areas for safety and health.
• Handling infectious materials and chemicals with proper PPE.

Skills

Good verbal skills

Good reading skills

Good writing skills

Knowledge of French

Education

Grade 12/GED

Job description

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Open Until Filled

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, offering specialized services throughout Atlantic Canada. We aim for excellence in health, healing, and learning through collaboration across hospitals, health centres, and community programs.

About The Opportunity

The General Worker is responsible for cleaning and servicing assigned areas to ensure safety, health, and morale of patients, visitors, and staff. The role involves helping to provide a clean, attractive, and safe environment, with some handling of infectious materials and chemicals, using proper Personal Protective Equipment.

About You

• Grade 12/GED or equivalent work experience
• Good verbal, reading, and writing skills
• Housekeeping experience is an asset
• Knowledge of other languages, especially French, is an asset

Please ensure your resume is current and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Casual Relief positions

Compensation and Benefits

$19.26 - $20.02 Hourly. Benefits may include health, dental, travel, disability, life insurance, and a pension plan.

Application Process

Thank you for your interest. Only selected applicants will be contacted for an interview. Preference may be given to unionized employees. Please review your seniority hours and benefits in your online profile before accepting any position.

Nova Scotia Health values diversity and encourages applicants from Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities to apply and self-identify.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Other
• Industry: Hospitals and Health Care