Housekeeping Attendant

City of Ottawa; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in community services is seeking dedicated individuals for multiple casual positions in housekeeping. This role focuses on maintaining a clean and safe environment for residents in a long-term care facility, emphasizing resident engagement and safety. Candidates will be responsible for performing various cleaning tasks, following health and safety regulations, and ensuring a comfortable atmosphere. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the well-being of individuals in a supportive community setting while working within a diverse and inclusive environment. Join a team that values your contributions and fosters a sense of belonging.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 10 is required.
• Six months of experience in institutional cleaning is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Ensure resident safety and engagement in the Long Term Care Home.

Skills

Work under pressure

Operate auto scrubber

Identify and report hazards

Organize and prioritize work assignments

Good personal hygiene practices

Education

Completion of Grade 10

Tools

Floor buffer

Carpet extractor

Job description

Requisition ID: 15615
Department: Community & Social Services Dept.
Service: Long Term Care Services
Employment Type: Multiple Casual Positions
Affiliation: CUPE 503 Inside/Outside
Salary Information: $25.600 - $29.953 per hour (2024 rates of pay)
Location: Various Locations
City: Ottawa, ON
Job Category: Community and Social Services
Application Close: 07/07/2025

JOB SUMMARY

Hospitality Services is responsible for the planning, coordinated development, management and implementation of food, nutrition and environmental activities, programs, services and initiatives to the residents of a municipal long term care facility.

You are responsible for performing housekeeping duties associated with the maintenance of a clean, comfortable, home-like and safe environment in the Long Term Care Home, with an emphasis on resident safety and engagement, in accordance with the Long Term Care Homes Act, 2007.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of Grade 10

Six months of experience in institutional cleaning

KNOWLEDGE

• Disinfection procedures
• Stripping and refinishing of floors
• Preservation of surfaces
• Shampooing of carpets and upholstery
• The use of housekeeping equipment
• Employee health and safety/WHMIS
• Good understanding of safe body mechanics for lifting and bending
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Work under pressure
• Operate auto scrubber, floor buffer and carpet extractor
• Understand and follow directions
• Identify and report hazards in the workplace
• Organize and prioritize work assignments
• Dependable, reliable and professional
• Flexibility with changes in work assignments
• Work within a team environment
• Cooperative, respectful and courteous with residents, visitors and co-workers
• Physical and mental ability to perform assigned routines
• Ability to either fully squat or kneel
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods
• Capable of lifting and carrying 35 lbs
• Good personal hygiene practices

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

• Language Requirement: Various language requirements, locations may require English only, French only OR Bilingual competencies. Some positions require English oral, reading, and writing. Some positions required French oral, reading and writing.
• Police Record Check: The successful candidate will be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check with the Police Services detachment in their jurisdiction to the City of Ottawa’s satisfaction.
• Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and other racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and non-binary persons, persons of all ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations, classes, gender identities and expressions.

The City of Ottawa provides accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.