Housekeeping Aide (PDH) #2026-177

Job summary

The Housekeeping Aide is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards within the hospital environment. This includes operating cleaning equipment, following infection control procedures, and adhering to hospital waste protocols.

Job details

August 13, 2026 NORTH WELLINGTON HEALTH CARE PALMERSTON & DISTRICT HOSPITAL POSTING: #2026-177 HOUSEKEEPING AIDE (REGULAR PART TIME) One (1) regular part time Housekeeping Aide position is available within the Support Services Department at Palmerston and District Hospital. This position is unionized with OPSEU, Local 226. REQUIREMENTS: Housekeeping experience in hospital environment or similar is required Housekeeping Certificate for Healthcare setting an asset Ability to receive written and verbal instructions concerning job routines, operation of equipment and safety precautions Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills Familiarity with computer processes of email, intranet, word and excel a benefit Familiarity with Hospital Waste protocols and standards Ability to work in and contribute to a team environment Demonstrated excellent customer service skills Ability to work with minimal supervision Demonstrated knowledge of Infection Control procedures in a health care setting Ability to carry out the physical aspects inherent in this position (see working conditions below). Satisfactory performance and attendance required Satisfactory Reference Checks required prior to start date Must provide a Police Vulnerable Sector Check Must complete a Pre-Employment Health Assessment prior to being hired WORKING CONDITIONS: Physical demands of the job require tasks that involve repeated lifting, bending, kneeling, standing, walking, pushing carts, periodic climbing which include ladders, operation of floor machines and other equipment HOURS OF WORK: Day, evening and weekend shifts as per department schedule As per Collective Agreement SALARY: $28.86 - $29.45 per hour Interested applicants please submit your cover letter and resume on BambooHR at the following link: https://whca.bamboohr.com/jobs/ INTERNAL applicants please apply with your work email address. EXTERNAL applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed. Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted. North Wellington Health Care strives to create a respectful, accessible and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, the hospital will endeavour to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate those candidates with disabilities. North Wellington Health Care is committed to providing and fostering a safe, healthy and respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.

What you’ll do

The Housekeeping Aide is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards within the hospital environment. This includes operating cleaning equipment, following infection control procedures, and adhering to hospital waste protocols.

Requirements

Candidates must have previous housekeeping experience, preferably in a healthcare setting, and possess a Housekeeping Certificate. Applicants are required to pass a Police Vulnerable Sector Check and a pre-employment health assessment.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Housekeeping · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Housekeeping
• Infection control
• Customer service
• Equipment operation
• Safety precautions
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Teamwork
• Time management
• Waste management
• Housekeeper Certification
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Support Services
• Customer Service
• Communication
• Health Assessment
• Infection Control
• Intranet

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Administrative
• Security & Safety
• Housekeeping Aide
• Maid / Housekeeping Staff
• Domestic Housekeepers
• Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners