Environmental II
About the role
Your Opportunity:
If you enjoy cleaning and have an eye for detail, we want you on our team! Join us at Canmore General Hospital. and keep our hospitals clean, disinfected and safe. Alberta Health Services (AHS) is hiring Environmental Services II (cleaner/housekeeper). We are looking for someone who is reliable, works well on their own, takes pride in their work, and prioritize safety. We'll train you to safely clean and disinfect our healthcare buildings. Environmental II position is responsible for following cleaning and disinfecting protocols while cleaning surfaces and patient equipment in assigned areas, such as patient rooms, examination and treatment rooms, emergency rooms, operating theatres, public and patient washrooms, offices and corridors. Duties include includes clean-up of blood and body fluids, washing walls, using a ladder/step stool to change privacy cubicle curtains, routine floor care (operate scrubbers, buffers/burnishers) and removing waste (e.g. garbage, shredding, biomedical) to designated holding areas. You will have to wear personal protective equipment (masks, gloves, gowns, eye protection) for long parts of their shift while following protocols to keep yourself safe. These tasks are to be completed with minimal supervision, in a fast-paced environment. Environmental Services staff need to work in places that can sometimes be stressful. They must remain kind and respectful when interacting with patients and staff who may be under pressure. Shift schedules may include of day, evening, night, and weekend shifts. Nestled amid rocky peaks, Canmore (population approx. 14,000) attracts outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds. The terrain and numerous wildlife corridors contribute to its sprawling community. Located about 80 kilometers west of Calgary and 25 kilometers from Banff, it's a haven for nature lovers.
Description:
As an Environmental II, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks associated with intensive or specialized cleaning within a hospital or facility associated with industrial cleaning supplies and by using powered industrial equipment. Your typical duties may include operating industrial cleaning equipment for floor maintenance, thorough washing of ceilings and windows and emptying hazardous waste. You may also provide training/orientation to Environmental staff.
- Classification: Environmental II
- Union: AUPE GSS
- Unit and Program: Linen & Environmental Services
- Primary Location: Canmore General Hospital
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 0.80
- Posting End Date: 01-AUG-2025
- Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
- Date Available: 11-AUG-2025
- Temporary End Date: 16-AUG-2026
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 2
- Shifts per cycle: 8
- Shift Pattern: Evenings, Weekends
- Days Off: As Per Rotation
- Minimum Salary: $20.06
- Maximum Salary: $21.93
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Completion of Grade 10 or equivalent.
Knowledge and operation of a computer including Microsoft Office.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time and perform repetitive movements for the duration of your shift.
Physically capable to lift, push and pull up to 30 lbs of force.
Additional Required Qualifications:
To enable applicants to perform their duties safely, they must demonstrate the ability to read, write, speak, understand, and follow written and verbal directions in English. Ability to walk, climb ladder/step stool, squat, bend, reach in all directions (overhead work required), push/pull. Basic knowledge and operation of a computer and a smartphone. Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment for long periods of time (e.g. Surgical and N95 Respiratory Masks, Eye Protection, Gloves, Gowns, etc.). Dependable, cooperative, customer service attitude and able to work with minimal supervision. To ensure your skills and qualifications are considered please attach a resume and cover letter with your application. All new employees will be required to attend a 5-day Environmental Services Orientation.
Preferred Qualifications:
Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent. Knowledge of hospital housekeeping policy and procedures. Knowledge of cleaning and disinfecting in health care environment. Customer service experience. Leadership experience such as working leader, shift lead, trainer or equivalent. For internal applicants up to date Required Learning Courses such as “Move Safe”, WHMIS, Code Red, etc.
Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.
Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.
About Alberta Health Services
Alberta Health Services (AHS) is Canada’s first and largest province wide, fully-integrated health system, responsible for delivering health services to the over four million people living in Alberta.
Our skilled and dedicated professionals, support staff and physicians come from numerous disciplines, from all walks of life, and from all corners of the world.
Our mission is to provide a patient-focused, quality health system that is accessible and sustainable for all Albertans.
Our five values – compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and safety – are at the heart of everything that we do.
Environmental II
About the role
Your Opportunity:
If you enjoy cleaning and have an eye for detail, we want you on our team! Join us at Canmore General Hospital. and keep our hospitals clean, disinfected and safe. Alberta Health Services (AHS) is hiring Environmental Services II (cleaner/housekeeper). We are looking for someone who is reliable, works well on their own, takes pride in their work, and prioritize safety. We'll train you to safely clean and disinfect our healthcare buildings. Environmental II position is responsible for following cleaning and disinfecting protocols while cleaning surfaces and patient equipment in assigned areas, such as patient rooms, examination and treatment rooms, emergency rooms, operating theatres, public and patient washrooms, offices and corridors. Duties include includes clean-up of blood and body fluids, washing walls, using a ladder/step stool to change privacy cubicle curtains, routine floor care (operate scrubbers, buffers/burnishers) and removing waste (e.g. garbage, shredding, biomedical) to designated holding areas. You will have to wear personal protective equipment (masks, gloves, gowns, eye protection) for long parts of their shift while following protocols to keep yourself safe. These tasks are to be completed with minimal supervision, in a fast-paced environment. Environmental Services staff need to work in places that can sometimes be stressful. They must remain kind and respectful when interacting with patients and staff who may be under pressure. Shift schedules may include of day, evening, night, and weekend shifts. Nestled amid rocky peaks, Canmore (population approx. 14,000) attracts outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds. The terrain and numerous wildlife corridors contribute to its sprawling community. Located about 80 kilometers west of Calgary and 25 kilometers from Banff, it's a haven for nature lovers.
Description:
As an Environmental II, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks associated with intensive or specialized cleaning within a hospital or facility associated with industrial cleaning supplies and by using powered industrial equipment. Your typical duties may include operating industrial cleaning equipment for floor maintenance, thorough washing of ceilings and windows and emptying hazardous waste. You may also provide training/orientation to Environmental staff.
- Classification: Environmental II
- Union: AUPE GSS
- Unit and Program: Linen & Environmental Services
- Primary Location: Canmore General Hospital
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 0.80
- Posting End Date: 01-AUG-2025
- Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
- Date Available: 11-AUG-2025
- Temporary End Date: 16-AUG-2026
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 2
- Shifts per cycle: 8
- Shift Pattern: Evenings, Weekends
- Days Off: As Per Rotation
- Minimum Salary: $20.06
- Maximum Salary: $21.93
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Completion of Grade 10 or equivalent.
Knowledge and operation of a computer including Microsoft Office.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time and perform repetitive movements for the duration of your shift.
Physically capable to lift, push and pull up to 30 lbs of force.
Additional Required Qualifications:
To enable applicants to perform their duties safely, they must demonstrate the ability to read, write, speak, understand, and follow written and verbal directions in English. Ability to walk, climb ladder/step stool, squat, bend, reach in all directions (overhead work required), push/pull. Basic knowledge and operation of a computer and a smartphone. Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment for long periods of time (e.g. Surgical and N95 Respiratory Masks, Eye Protection, Gloves, Gowns, etc.). Dependable, cooperative, customer service attitude and able to work with minimal supervision. To ensure your skills and qualifications are considered please attach a resume and cover letter with your application. All new employees will be required to attend a 5-day Environmental Services Orientation.
Preferred Qualifications:
Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent. Knowledge of hospital housekeeping policy and procedures. Knowledge of cleaning and disinfecting in health care environment. Customer service experience. Leadership experience such as working leader, shift lead, trainer or equivalent. For internal applicants up to date Required Learning Courses such as “Move Safe”, WHMIS, Code Red, etc.
Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.
Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.
About Alberta Health Services
Alberta Health Services (AHS) is Canada’s first and largest province wide, fully-integrated health system, responsible for delivering health services to the over four million people living in Alberta.
Our skilled and dedicated professionals, support staff and physicians come from numerous disciplines, from all walks of life, and from all corners of the world.
Our mission is to provide a patient-focused, quality health system that is accessible and sustainable for all Albertans.
Our five values – compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and safety – are at the heart of everything that we do.