(TEMPORARY FULL-TIME) ENVIRONMENTAL SUPPORT - HOUSEKEEPING

Ontario Shores Centre for MHS; Whitby; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences is seeking an Environmental Support Worker to perform cleaning and related duties across Housekeeping, Laundry/Linen, Waste and Non-Patient Transportation Services.

Typical duties include disinfection, floor care, linen processing, delivery of carts, waste movement, and supply stocking. The role requires physical capability, teamwork, and flexibility to cover all shifts and weekends.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 or recognized equivalent required.
• Experience in cleaning methodology is required.
• Healthcare cleaning experience is an asset.
• Must be willing to work all shifts and weekends as required, including statutory holidays.
• Sound knowledge of chemicals, methods and standards for cleanliness and sanitation required.
• Must have knowledge of WHMIS and Occupational Health & Safety Act.
• Good communication skills
• Ability to maintain good attendance.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of the team.
• Ability to perform the physical demands of the position (walk, lift 30–50 lbs, bend, etc.)
• Ability to operate and maintain equipment.

Responsibilities

• Disinfection and general cleaning of surfaces.
• Maintenance of floors.
• Processing of soiled and clean linens.
• Delivery of food carts and linen carts.
• General deliveries and movement of waste throughout the organization.
• Maintaining supplies and stocking as needed.
• Other project work as assigned.

Skills

Good communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Attendance

Physical stamina

MS Office basics

Education

Grade 12 diploma

Tools

MS Office

Job description

(TEMPORARY FULL-TIME) ENVIRONMENTAL SUPPORT - HOUSEKEEPING

Job Category: Support Services

Requisition Number: TEMPO003880

• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Whitby, ON L1N5S9, CAN

Description

Job Description

Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences seek an Environmental Support Worker to perform service routines in the Centre. The position entails duties that will need to be performed in the Housekeeping, Laundry/Linen, Waste & Non Patient Transportation Services as an Environmental Support Worker.

Typical functions include but are not limited to, disinfection and general cleaning of surfaces, maintenance of floors, processing of soiled and clean linens, delivery of food carts and linen carts, general deliveries and movement of waste throughout organization, maintaining of supplies and stocking of such, as well as other project work as assigned.

Requirements

• Completion of Grade 12 or recognized equivalent required
• Experience in cleaning methodology is required
• Healthcare cleaning experience is an asset
• Must be willing to work all shifts and weekends as required, including statutory holidays
• Sound knowledge of chemicals, methods and standards for cleanliness and sanitation required
• Must have knowledge of relevant legislation i.e. WHMIS; familiarity and knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act
• Good communication skills
• Ability to maintain good attendance.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of the team.
• Ability to perform the physical demands of the position - walk for extended periods; pushing, pulling and lifting moderately heavy to heavy loads (30 to 50lbs); bending and stretching; climbing on & off equipment.
• Ability to operate and maintain equipment
• Good communication and interpersonal skills - ability to carry out office procedures such as answering the phone, dispatching duties, scheduling pick-up and delivery services, working knowledge of MS Office.

Closing Date: October 30th 2026. Please note any job applications after the closing date will not be considered.