Compensation Pay Range: $21.53-$26.42

Effective June 21, 2024, as a result of the LiUNA arbitration award, the pay band for this position no longer includes STEP 1. The starting salary will be commensurate with experience, beginning at STEP 2 or higher on the pay grid.

POSITION SUMMARY

Performs a variety of environmental activities to ensure a clean and safe environment for patients, families and staff. This role requires availability on weekends, holidays, and overnights.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

- Cleans assigned area by washing furnishings, and equipment with cleaning solutions, disinfects to prevent the spread of disease
- Scrubs, waxes and polishes floors
- Uses dust cloths and vacuum cleaner to dust windowsills, blinds, floor and furniture
- Empties trash baskets and recycling containers
- Makes beds with clean linen in prescribed manner
- Scour, disinfects and polishes work as assigned
- Maintains confidentiality of patients, families, employees and Hospital information
- Completes other related duties as required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work may include lifting, pulling, carrying and pushing. Considerable walking, standing with occasional bending and stooping. May be in frequent contact with water, cleaning and disinfectant solutions.

QUALIFICATIONS

Completion of High School Diploma or the equivalent (Essential) Experience in hospital cleaning procedures such as dealing with infectious disease (Preferred) Demonstrated knowledge of cleaning, sanitation process and housekeeping techniques (Essential) Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills (Essential)



Ability to work with limited supervision. (Essential) Demonstrated ability to read and understand oral English instructions and procedures. (Essential) Criminal Record Check (Level 1) (Essential) Bilingualism (English/French) (Preferred) * Please note you will be represented by the Laborers International Union of North America (LiUNA). Effective March 29, 2021, CHEO will conduct a more comprehensive pre-screening and evaluation process. Effective March 29, 2021, CHEO will conduct a more comprehensive pre-screening and evaluation process. This process may include more wide-ranging and multidimensional testing such as a written test, practical exam, or other assessment. All candidates who meet the essential and preferred qualifications may be tested. Bilingualism (French/English) will be validated by a language proficiency assessment conducted by a third party provider. Candidates will be required to meet the minimum linguistic profile prior to the date of hire.

ACCOMMODATION

Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process,



please contact Human Resources at All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

DIFFERENCE & EQUALITY

CHEO values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process and welcome interest from all qualified applicants.

BENEFITS

A career at CHEO provides a: competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package unique culture that fosters dedication, communication, respect and teamwork place where your opinions will be respected, contributions valued and your initiatives rewarded family-friendly environment that supports you and your own family, as well as the children, youth and families we serve chance to grow — personally and professionally — through a comprehensive orientation program and on-the-job learning support for continued education and learning potential for a relocation reimbursement benefit truly unique work environment

VALUES

We are redefining what it means to be a hospital. Exceptional and integrated care is what families, children and youth deserve. We are committed to partnering with them and the community to provide this care — where, when and how it’s needed. CHEO continues to be selected by local, national and international competitions showcasing employers who lead their sector in offering exceptional workplaces for their employees.

We thank all those who apply, however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

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📌 Environmental Services Attendant, Environmental Services - Permanent Casual (Ottawa)
🏢 Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario
📍 Ottawa