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Job ID #32160: Receiver/Cleaner - All Upcoming Vacancies

Union: CUPE Local 5167 Lodges Job Description ID #: 6703 Close date: Interested applicants please submit your application online at www.hamilton.ca/city-council/jobs-city by 4:00 p.m. on August 19, 2026. Duration: Periodic Posting for all upcoming Permanent & Temporary Full-time & Part-time vacancies. Applications will be considered from September 11, 2026 - March 11, 2027. Vacancy type: This posting will be used to fill current vacancies, as well as any further vacancies which arise during the period noted above. Internal applicants should apply with your work e-mail address. External applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed. Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.

The Healthy & Safe Communities Department is committed to its people and is dedicated to building a strong and healthy community. We are passionate about making a difference and are recognized for our excellence. We offer a respectful and supportive workplace that provides life-long learning opportunities, leadership, innovation and performance excellence.

We are looking for high performing public servants who are interested in experiencing a challenging, rewarding, enjoyable, and fulfilling career. The successful candidate will demonstrate an ability to provide excellent client service in a respectful, courageous, empathetic, just and ethical manner. Your ability to set and achieve personal goals, professional goals and contribute to the goals of the organization will result in high job satisfaction.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Reports to the Director of Building Services at Wentworth Lodge. Receives and delivers goods ordered; disposes of garbage; performs general housekeeping duties.

GENERAL DUTIES

Receive, check, deliver, and store supplies and materials, including all food orders according to standard receiving procedures. Monitor inventory. Receive and deliver as per pre-determined quotas all Continence products.

Store items and supplies for other departments as required

Store deliveries in the food service department according to standard storage protocols and procedures. Store items and supplies for other departments as required. Collect and dispose of waste and recycling; clean and disinfect containers. Complete all vacancy cleans. Complete all resident transfers. Assist families with receiving and transporting residents’ furniture and belongings as required. Operate equipment such as scrubbing machines, buffers, carpet/furniture cleaner, wet/dry vacuums, can washer and pressure washers. Pick up heavy garbage and disposes of it into disposal bin. Separate for recycling. Sweep debris from parking lots, patios and balconies. Dry and wet mops floors, set up caution signs. Move and dismantle larger furniture such as hospital beds, filing cabinets, lockers, scaffolding and desks. Relocate furniture from one place to another as required. Must be able to read/decipher work orders and floor plans to coordinate with special meetings and functions. Set-up and clear for special events and activities in Atrium. Remove and re-hang draperies and privacy curtains. Check and stock bar room refrigerator. Report maintenance deficiencies. Clean walls, doors, light fixtures, ceilings, windows, wheelchairs, kitchen mats and stove hoods with cleansers and chemicals. Treat/spray furniture for insects. Operate power sprayer. Strip, machine wash, refinish and buff floors. Vacuum and shampoo carpets and furniture. Receive and answer inquiries from staff, residents and suppliers. Clear entrances and walkways by sweeping, sanding, salting and shovelling. Respond to emergency evacuations by transporting able and disabled persons. Work in accordance with the provisions of applicable Health and Safety legislation and all City of Hamilton corporate and departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety. Perform other duties as assigned which are directly related to the major responsibilities of the job.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Previous cleaning experience normally acquired through a combination of education and relevant work experience in a Health Care environment. Receiving experience would be an asset.
2. Knowledge of inventory control of various supplies/products.
3. Working knowledge of the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act, together with working knowledge of WHMIS data sheets relating to cleaning products.
4. Demonstrated ability to operate equipment such as auto scrubbing machines, buffers, carpet/furniture cleaners, pressure washers and can washers.
5. Must be physically capable of lifting up to 20 kg., and pushing/pulling force up to 20 kg.
6. Must be physically capable of moving hospital beds, 95-gallon recycling totes, filing cabinets, specialty mattresses and desks.
7. Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and relate to peers and seniors in a Long-Term Care facility.
8. Ability to relate well with all types of people both within and outside the Lodges.
9. Must be able to read work orders and floor plans for special meetings and functions.
10. Demonstrated knowledge of cleaning methods, materials and equipment.
11. Ability to read and understand written and verbal instructions.

SALARY

Salary Grade C

$ per hour

HOURS

0 - 24 per week

NOTE 1

As a condition of employment, the successful applicant(s) will be required to obtain a satisfactory Criminal Reference Check or Vulnerable Sector Screening, at their own expense, prior to beginning work in this position. THE INCUMBENT SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICIES AND PRACTICES FOR THIS POSITION AND THE WORKPLACE.

Disclaimer

Be advised that Human Resources frequently audits resumes of internal/external applicants to ensure/validate information provided is consistent and trustworthy. Falsification of information provided at any time throughout the recruitment process may be grounds for disqualification, and for internal applicants, subject to discipline up to and including termination.

Terms

The City is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Consistent with our Values and Corporate Culture Pillars, the City of Hamilton is committed to providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination. The City will provide accommodation for applicants in all aspects of the hiring process, up to the point of undue hardship. If you have an accommodation need, please contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements.