Environmental Service Attendant, Temporary Part Time, Environmental Services

Job summary

Maintain a clean, safe, and attractive hospital environment by performing routine and thorough cleaning, handling waste and linen, and operating cleaning equipment. Replenish supplies, document completed project work, participate in cleaning quality audits, and perform additional duties such as floor refinishing and moving equipment.

Job details

Job Code: 27444 Status: Temporary Part Time (up to 1 year) Location: Providence Care Hospital/Providence Transitional Care Centre Union: OPSEU 4104 Service Clerical Wage: $28.21 - $29.12/hr Posting Period: September 24, 2026 - October 3, 2026 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 Disclosure: We do not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or make selection decisions in our recruitment process. Unless specifically stated, all job postings are for existing positions at Providence Care.

What you’ll do

Maintain a clean, safe, and attractive hospital environment by performing routine and thorough cleaning, handling waste and linen, and operating cleaning equipment. Replenish supplies, document completed project work, participate in cleaning quality audits, and perform additional duties such as floor refinishing and moving equipment.

Requirements

A high school diploma or Grade 12 equivalent is required, along with basic knowledge of commercial cleaning procedures and hospital cleaning standards. Applicants need at least six months of recent related cleaning or sanitation experience; healthcare experience is preferred, as is basic computer knowledge including Microsoft Office and internet use.

Benefits

• Percentage In Lieu Of Benefits And Vacation • Healthcare Of Ontario Pension Plan • On-Site Parking • On-Site Café And Cafeteria • Employee And Family Assistance Program • Education, Mentorship, And Bursary Opportunities

Listed skills

• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Sanitation · Preferred
• Microsoft Word · Preferred
• Microsoft Outlook · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Commercial Cleaning
• Sanitation
• Hospital Cleaning Standards
• Waste Disposal
• Biomedical Waste Handling
• Recycling
• Floor Care
• Dusting
• Vacuuming
• Washroom Cleaning
• Isolation Room Cleaning
• Cleaning Equipment Operation
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Outlook
• Inventory And Supply Replenishment

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Trades