Utility Worker - Environmental Services

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Antigonish; Hybrid; CAD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Travel benefits

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Pension plan

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health Authority is seeking a Utility Worker for the FMS Housekeeping team at St. Martha's Regional Hospital.

The role involves maintaining clean and sanitary conditions in assigned areas, following established cleaning standards and infection control practices. The successful candidate will have Grade 12/GED, strong communication skills, and may benefit from knowledge of health-care cleaning methods and additional language skills such as French.

Qualifications

• Grade 12/GED required or equivalent work experience.
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques and methods that apply to a health care setting is an asset.
• Good communication skills are essential.
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean and sanitary conditions in assigned areas as directed, observing established standards.
• Perform duties in a timely and effective manner while considering patients, visitors and staff.
• Participate in On-the-Job Training programs and assist co-workers as needed.
• Support departmental quality management and safety programs.

Skills

Cleaning techniques

Communication skills

Languages an asset (French)

Education

Grade 12/GED

Job description

Req ID: 225535
Location: EasternZone,St. Martha's Regional Hospital
Department: FMS Housekeeping SMRH
Type of Employment: TemporaryHourly PT long-assignment(70%) x 1
Union: UNIFORSupportPosition
Posting Closing Date: 27-Aug-26

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Supervisor, Facility Support Services, the Utility Worker performs general repetitive tasks in maintaining an assigned area, with due consideration for patients, visitors and staff. This position maintains clean and sanitary conditions in assigned areas as directed, according to established standards, observing proper cleaning and disinfecting techniques. The incumbent also participates in On-the-Job Training programs; seeks clarification of duties when indicated; offers assistance and/or instruction to co-workers; extends courtesy and consideration to others in interpersonal relationships; and demonstrates a professional manner in work settings.

The Utility Worker channels suggestions, concerns, and queries to appropriate authority; performs duties in a timely and effective manner; practices responsible cost effectiveness in the use of time, materials and equipment. This position observes all hospital and departmental personnel policies with particular reference to patient confidentiality; practices and promotes safety awareness; observes fire regulations and reports any suspected safety hazards; participates in and contributes to the departmental quality management program; and supports and participates in departmental continuing education programs. The incumbent is also responsible for performing other related duties as required.

About You

• Grade 12/GED required or equivalent work experience
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques and methods that apply to a health care setting is an asset
• Good communication skills are essential
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Hours

• Long assignment part-time position; 52.5 hours biweekly

Compensation and Benefits

$20.74 - $21.56 Hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

This is a Support bargaining unitposition. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.