Department Aide
About the role
#Department Aide
Competition #
9641
Job Title
Department Aide
Department
Building Services
Status
Permanent
Work Type
Part-time
Affiliation
CUPE Service
Shift Assignment
Days and evenings
Bilingualism Required
No
Police Check Requirement
Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check
Site
RLHC-Cupe Service
Salary Information
$24.81-$26.22/hour
Application Closing Date
March 25, 2026
KEY FUNCTION**:**
Assist with grounds keeping duties ensuring safety, functionality, and aesthetic appeal. Perform equipment winterization on tools and equipment.
REPORTING**:**
Under the general direction of the Supervisor, Facilities Management.
DUTIES**:**
-
Prepare and assemble materials, tools, supplies and equipment for work to be performed.
-
Operate various pieces of equipment related to grounds keeping (i.e. snowplows, lawn mowers).
-
Perform winter preparation of lawns/gardens; fill sand boxes and store summer equipment.
-
Perform grounds safety inspections.
-
Maintain all walkways, sidewalks, and entrances.
-
Perform lawn care, maintain and clean-up grounds, and clean equipment.
-
Participate in education and training specific to current, relevant federal and provincial health and safety legislation, standards and guidelines.
-
Participate in hospital training as required.
-
Assist with improvement initiatives as required.
-
Perform other duties as required
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
-
Minimum of a Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent (i.e. General Education Development (GED) or Academic and Career Entrance (ACE)).
-
Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required.
EXPERIENCE:
-
Three (3) months of recent relevant experience is preferred.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
-
Demonstrated ability to safely operate outdoor power equipment (i.e. lawn mower, trimmer, snow blower).
-
Demonstrated knowledge of safe working practices.
-
Demonstrated computer skills with basic skills proficiency in Microsoft Office software (e.g. Word, Excel, and Outlook).
-
Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills.
-
Ability to prioritize tasks.
-
Demonstrated compliance with HSN’s privacy policy.
-
Demonstrated commitment to the safety of co-workers and patients.
PERSONAL SUITABILITY:
-
Successful Criminal Records and Judicial Matters Check is required**.**
-
Valid driver’s license with access to vehicle is required.
-
Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
-
Demonstrated professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
-
Demonstrated positive work record and good attendance record.
-
Ability to meet the physical and sensory demands of the job.
-
Ability to travel between local sites.
Selection Process: Candidates will be selected for this position on the basis of their skill, ability, experience and qualifications as identified in the resume and completed Application Form submitted. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct a formal interview where required. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Health Sciences North is committed to providing accommodations to applicants with disabilities to enable their participation in the recruitment, assessment, selection and hiring stages of employment.
HSN THANKS ALL APPLICANTS.
ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED.
WE WILL NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME.
Not the right fit? Search for Department Aide jobs in Greater Sudbury, ON
About Health Sciences North
Health Sciences North/Horizon Santé-Nord (HSN) is a new approach to delivering the highest quality patient care, research, teaching and learning to Northern Ontario and beyond. It is a network of integrated facilities and programs working together for the benefit of our patients, communities, physicians, researchers, staff and learners in the areas of prevention, diagnosis, treatment and care.
HSN offers a variety of programs and services that meet many patient care needs, with leading regional programs in the areas of cardiac care, oncology, nephrology, trauma and rehabilitation.
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Department Aide
About the role
#Department Aide
Competition #
9641
Job Title
Department Aide
Department
Building Services
Status
Permanent
Work Type
Part-time
Affiliation
CUPE Service
Shift Assignment
Days and evenings
Bilingualism Required
No
Police Check Requirement
Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check
Site
RLHC-Cupe Service
Salary Information
$24.81-$26.22/hour
Application Closing Date
March 25, 2026
KEY FUNCTION**:**
Assist with grounds keeping duties ensuring safety, functionality, and aesthetic appeal. Perform equipment winterization on tools and equipment.
REPORTING**:**
Under the general direction of the Supervisor, Facilities Management.
DUTIES**:**
-
Prepare and assemble materials, tools, supplies and equipment for work to be performed.
-
Operate various pieces of equipment related to grounds keeping (i.e. snowplows, lawn mowers).
-
Perform winter preparation of lawns/gardens; fill sand boxes and store summer equipment.
-
Perform grounds safety inspections.
-
Maintain all walkways, sidewalks, and entrances.
-
Perform lawn care, maintain and clean-up grounds, and clean equipment.
-
Participate in education and training specific to current, relevant federal and provincial health and safety legislation, standards and guidelines.
-
Participate in hospital training as required.
-
Assist with improvement initiatives as required.
-
Perform other duties as required
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
-
Minimum of a Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent (i.e. General Education Development (GED) or Academic and Career Entrance (ACE)).
-
Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required.
EXPERIENCE:
-
Three (3) months of recent relevant experience is preferred.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
-
Demonstrated ability to safely operate outdoor power equipment (i.e. lawn mower, trimmer, snow blower).
-
Demonstrated knowledge of safe working practices.
-
Demonstrated computer skills with basic skills proficiency in Microsoft Office software (e.g. Word, Excel, and Outlook).
-
Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills.
-
Ability to prioritize tasks.
-
Demonstrated compliance with HSN’s privacy policy.
-
Demonstrated commitment to the safety of co-workers and patients.
PERSONAL SUITABILITY:
-
Successful Criminal Records and Judicial Matters Check is required**.**
-
Valid driver’s license with access to vehicle is required.
-
Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
-
Demonstrated professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
-
Demonstrated positive work record and good attendance record.
-
Ability to meet the physical and sensory demands of the job.
-
Ability to travel between local sites.
Selection Process: Candidates will be selected for this position on the basis of their skill, ability, experience and qualifications as identified in the resume and completed Application Form submitted. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct a formal interview where required. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Health Sciences North is committed to providing accommodations to applicants with disabilities to enable their participation in the recruitment, assessment, selection and hiring stages of employment.
HSN THANKS ALL APPLICANTS.
ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED.
WE WILL NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME.
Not the right fit? Search for Department Aide jobs in Greater Sudbury, ON
About Health Sciences North
Health Sciences North/Horizon Santé-Nord (HSN) is a new approach to delivering the highest quality patient care, research, teaching and learning to Northern Ontario and beyond. It is a network of integrated facilities and programs working together for the benefit of our patients, communities, physicians, researchers, staff and learners in the areas of prevention, diagnosis, treatment and care.
HSN offers a variety of programs and services that meet many patient care needs, with leading regional programs in the areas of cardiac care, oncology, nephrology, trauma and rehabilitation.