Environmental Service Attendant, Temporary Part Time, Environmental Services

Providence Care Corporation; Union (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare seeks an Environmental Services Attendant to ensure a clean and safe environment for staff and visitors. This role involves performing a variety of cleaning tasks, including waste disposal, maintaining hygiene standards, and operating cleaning equipment. The position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a positive work environment while working in a state-of-the-art facility. With a commitment to excellence in care and education, this role provides a chance to be part of a team dedicated to high-quality service delivery. Join a workplace that values health, wellness, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

On-site café and cafeteria

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Education and mentorship opportunities

Competitive salaries with benefits in lieu

Corporate orientation for new hires

Focus on Healthy Workplace & Culture of Quality

State of the Art Building with on-site parking

Qualifications

• Minimum six months of related experience in sanitation/cleaning roles.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning duties including waste disposal and cleaning of isolation rooms.
• Maintain records of project work and communicate supply needs.

Skills

Basic knowledge of industrial/commercial cleaning procedures

Understanding of hospital environment and cleaning standards

Demonstrated basic computer knowledge

Experience in sanitation/cleaning role

Education

High School Diploma or grade 12 equivalency

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Heavy duty cleaning equipment

Job description

Job Code: 16581

Status: Temporary Part Time (up to 6 months)

Location: Providence Care Hospital

Union: OPSEU 4104 Service Clerical

Wage: $ 26.26- $27.11

Posting Period: April 11, 2025 - April 20, 2025

Acting as an effective team member, the Environmental Services Attendant (ESA) provides a clean, safe and attractive environment for the staff, clients and visitors of the Providence Care Hospital. The ESA is responsible to perform their duties in a manner that supports and implements the policies, procedures, routines, values, goals and objectives of the Environmental Services Department and Providence Care, including goals for high quality services and a positive work environment.

Skills and Qualification Required:

• High School Diploma (or grade 12 equivalency)
• Basic knowledge of industrial/commercial cleaning procedures and understanding of the hospital environment and cleaning requirements and standards
• Minimum six months of recent related experience working in similar sanitation/cleaning role; experience in healthcare environment preferred
• Demonstrated basic computer knowledge including Microsoft Office Suite of products, including Word, Excel, Outlook and Internet (i.e. Internet Explorer)

Position Responsibilities:

• General Duties - Collecting/disposing of waste, including separating recyclable materials and disposal of biomedical waste; distribution of clean linen and collection of solid linen; operation of heavy duty cleaning equipment
• Daily Duties - Damp-dusting, spot cleaning of walls/windows, dust and damp mopping of floors, vacuuming, waste removal, washroom cleaning and cleaning of isolation rooms
• Thorough Cleaning Routines - High-dusting, comprehensive damp-dusting and floor cleaning, baseboard cleaning and discharge cleaning of isolation rooms
• Performs other duties such as stripping and refinishing of floors, washing walls/ceiling/windows, changing and cleaning curtains, replacing light bulbs, lifting/moving equipment and furniture, snow removal, community cleaning, operation of hospital vehicles, and operation of mechanical lifts
• Identifies need to replenish supplies required to complete assigned work; completes order forms for cleaning supplies and communicates any related concerns with Service Manager in a timely fashion
• Maintains record of project work completed and returns to Service Manager at the end of the shift
• Participates in quality cleaning audit program and works to achieve acceptable standards of cleaning and maintenance of area assigned as outlined in the program

Why Work at Providence Care Hospital:

• Specialized sub-acute Care in rehabilitation, mental health services, complex medical management and palliative care
• A hospital striving for excellence in care, education and research
• Committed to people centred approach to care delivery
• Competitive salaries with percentage in lieu of benefits & vacation
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• State of the Art Building with on-site parking
• On-site café and cafeteria with a variety of food options
• Corporate and unit/service specific orientation for new hires
• Focus on Healthy Workplace & Culture of Quality
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Education, mentorship and bursary opportunities
• Fully affiliated with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College and other academic institutions
• Located on the shores of Lake Ontario surrounded by park land and walking trails