Overview
The Environmental Aide, under the direction of the Lead Hand and Environmental Services Supervisor, cleans and removes waste in patient rooms, isolation rooms, offices, and public hospital areas. In this role, the Aide cleans non‑clinical equipment and uses electrically powered scrubbing and polishing floor finishing machines, as well as ride‑on equipment, to ensure the hospital achieves a high level of cleanliness in promotion of patient safety. The Aide may also support off‑site community vaccination clinics.

Education

Grade 12

Qualifications

1 year of recent relevant experience (within the last 3 years) in a similar role required; healthcare environment preferred.

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively (written and oral) in English; fluency required.

Must be successful in the completion of all mandatory testing for this position with a minimum score of 50% required.

Demonstrated ability to meet the physical demands of this role with tolerance for continuous walking, bending, twisting, pulling, pushing, and lifting.

Able to operate heavy equipment including all housekeeping equipment required.

Able to lift 20 kg repetitively.

Ability to work at high altitudes, including on scaffolding and ladders.

Ability to clean all areas of the hospital, including terminal cleaning of isolated areas.

Ability to tolerate frequent contact with water and cleaning disinfectants.

Able to collect soiled linen, refuse, and clean bodily fluids as required.

Demonstrated focus on providing an excellent customer‑service experience.

Demonstrated familiarity with the use of technology (such as Vocera and Bed Tracking Software) to respond to client requests.

Demonstrated computer proficiency; familiar with the daily use of e‑mail and the ability to complete iLearn education modules.

Must be flexible and demonstrate the ability to engage positively as part of a team,



as well as function well independently.

Demonstrated embodiment of MGH Core Values; compassion, integrity, courage, and accountability required.

Valuable work and attendance record.

All employees of Michael Garron Hospital (MGH), a division of Toronto East Health Network, agree to work within the legislated practices of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario.

Employment Equity & Accessibility Statement
Michael Garron Hospital (MGH) champions accessibility, diversity, and equal opportunity through the creation of an inclusive and diverse work environment. At MGH we strive to be an equitable and inclusive employer. We encourage candidates from Black, First Nations, Métis and Inuit, racialized and LGBTQ2S+ communities, people of colour, women, people with disabilities and individuals who identify with the diverse communities that we serve, to join the MGH team.

Through our values of compassion, respect, integrity, inclusion, and courage, MGH is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC). Should you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know how we can work with you to meet your needs.

All employees of MGH are responsible for contributing to a transparent culture of patient and staff safety by adhering to and abiding by patient and staff safety policies and procedures set by MGH.

All employees are accountable for protecting the psychological health and safety of themselves and their co‑workers through adherence to MGH's policies and practices.

This job posting is a confirmed, active vacancy for which we are currently seeking a qualified candidate.

MGH is committed to leveraging new technologies and working efficiently. As a result, artificial intelligence systems may be used as part of our process to screen, assess, and/or select applicants for this position.

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📌 Environmental Aide (Support Services) (Ontario)
🏢 Michael Garron Hospital
📍 Ontario