Job Number: J0726-0884 Job Title: Porter - Materials Management Department: Materials Management Job Type: Casual Action Required: Replacing a current budgeted position Job Category: Support Services Union: SEIU Open Positions: 3 Date Posted: August 13, 2026 Closing Date: August 21, 2026 Salary: $26.98 - $27.56/Hour Hours of Work: 0

X Position Summary

Reporting to the Manager, Materials Management, the Porter provides transportation and material handling support services throughout the Hospital. The Porter is responsible for the secure and efficient movement of supplies, equipment, medications, documentation, and other materials to support patient care and hospital operations. Working as part of the Materials Management team, the Porter contributes to a safe, organized, and patient-centered environment in accordance with Hospital policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

- Transports supplies, equipment, medications, specimens, documentation, and other materials throughout the Hospital in accordance with established procedures and schedules.
- Loads, unloads, moves, and distributes materials using manual handling techniques or basic material handling equipment, ensuring safe handling practices at all times.
- Performs material handling activities including counting, weighing, sorting, packing, and unpacking as required.
- Ensures deliveries and pickups are carried out in a quiet, professional, and orderly manner to minimize disruption to patients, visitors, and staff.
- Carries and responds to the Porter phone or communication device as required during assigned shifts.
- Follows established schedules, assignment details, and posted duties as directed by Materials Management leadership.
- Assists other Porters and Materials Management team members to ensure timely completion of departmental responsibilities.
- Adheres to infection prevention and control practices, workplace safety standards, and hospital emergency procedures.
- Demonstrates professional conduct and maintains confidentiality in accordance with hospital policies.
- Available to work rotating shifts, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Manager and/or designate.

Qualifications

Education

- Ontario Secondary School Diploma, or equivalent is required.

Experience

- A minimum of one (1) year experience in Materials Management or a similar setting is preferred.

Skills and Traits

- Must be able to meet the physical and emotional responsibilities of the role,



including standing and walking for extended periods, frequent and repetitive pushing, pulling, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds, as well as safely operating equipment.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, as outlined in the Physical Demands Analysis (PDA).
- Demonstrates proficiency in written and verbal communication, with solid interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Provides excellent customer service and contributes positively to teamwork and collaborative working relationships.
- Effectively prioritizes workload, adapts to changing priorities, and remains composed in fast-paced or stressful environments.
- Works independently with sound judgment, while remaining flexible to meet departmental and organizational needs.
- Demonstrates understanding of, and commitment to, equity, diversity, inclusion, and psychological safety.
- Upholds professionalism, ethical conduct, confidentiality, and respectful interactions.
- Models behaviour aligned with OSMH’s mission, vision, and values.
- Uses required technology and digital tools effectively and demonstrates a willingness to learn new systems.
- Contributes to a culture of safety and continuous improvement by identifying risks, following safe work practices, and supporting quality initiatives.
- Demonstrates a commitment to ongoing professional and personal development through continuous learning and reflective practice.

Our Team Members Enjoy

- a professional practice environment
- a collaborative atmosphere with emphasis on teamwork
- wellness initiatives
- continuing education grants
- employee recognition and assistance programs
- a competitive salary and benefits package
- equal opportunities for growth and development

Employment Equity

OSMH is committed to diversity and equity in the workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S persons and others who may contribute to a diverse workplace.

Accommodation in the Workplace

Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace.



We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity, equal opportunity and maintaining a barrier-free selection process for job applicants. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the requirements for the open position.

Applicants need to make their requirements known to the Human Resources department when contacted. All requests are handled confidentially.

Health & Safety Responsibilities

OSMH is committed to providing a safe, healthy and supportive working environment by treating team members and patients with compassion accountability respect and engagement.

All team members must adhere to OSMH’s Occupational Health and Safety policies, procedures and protocols, as well as the duties of workers as stipulated in the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Team members must be able to perform all bona fide and essential duties of the position which may include cognitive and physical demands.

As a condition of employment, new team members are required to complete an employment health assessment and must be cleared by the Occupational Health and Safety Team prior to orientation.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use in Hiring at OSMH:

Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital’s (OSMH) may utilize automated screening tools (i.e. questionnaires) to highlight candidates' qualifications; however, OSMH does not involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess or select applicants. We recommend applying directly through our website as all applications are reviewed by our recruitment team.

Closing Statement

OSMH is a minimal fragrance workplace. We kindly ask all applicants to refrain from using scented products should they have the occasion to interview with the hospital.

As a condition of employment OSMH requires professional references, verification of academic training, professional accreditation and evidence of course completion. It is also a condition of employment that all recent team members will be required to present an original vulnerable sector check within 90 days of commencing employment and must sign an Offense Declaration upon receipt of an offer of employment.

If you are interested in joining our team, please apply online before 11:59 pm on the posting close date. Incomplete submissions will not be considered. We thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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