Job Description Cleaner, Environmental Services - PT (J ) Company Bio North York General is one of Canada’s leading community academic hospitals with a vision to deliver World-Class Care, 24 / 7. Affiliated with the University of Toronto, our multi-site campus supports our diverse community through every stage and life-defining moment by providing a wide range of acute care, ambulatory and long-term care services. What defines North York General goes beyond exceptional quality care. Our superpower is how we deliver that care – the unparalleled compassion we bring to every encounter, during the moments that matter. Through partnerships, collaboration and academic endeavours, we seek to set new standards for People-Centred Care—a cornerstone of our culture and central to our Mission : People-Centred Care for a healthier community. North York General is a member of the North York Toronto Health Partners, an Ontario Health Team that integrates local care with patients, primary care and community partners. We are proud to be a place where the best people come to learn, grow and innovate. Join North York General to accelerate your career! Position Summary Cleaner, Environmental Services Your goal in this position is to perform general housekeeping activities within the established guidelines for health and safety, infection control and quality management. You’re able to work independently and as a team, you communicate effectively with colleagues, staff and residents, and provide excellent customer service. This position supports the Hospital’s academic mandate by advancing care through teaching and learning and / or transforming care through research and innovation. This position contributes to the shared responsibility of ensuring health and safety policies are followed to provide for a healthy environment for staff, physicians, volunteers, learners, patients and families. On a practical level, you will Work safely in accordance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act, Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS), Ministry of Environment Regulation 309 (Biomedical Waste), and other work related regulations Have a good understanding of chemical and equipment use, including vacuum cleaners, auto scrubbers, and carpet extractors Have the ability to read, write English and follow written instructions Be able to walk, stand, reach, kneel and lift weights up to 30 lbs. and push carts on wheels Dust, sweep and damp mops floors. Collect garbage and handle waste. Replenish supplies. Strip, disinfect and make discharged beds ready for new admissions. Move furniture. Wax, strip floors / heavy cleaning, isolation, etc. Clean patient and clinical areas, including carpet and chair wash, etc. Set-up including opening and closing the walls, moving chairs and tables. Qualifications Grade XII diploma or equivalent Certified in Health and Safety – preferred Previous cleaning experience with micro fiber system Ability to read, write English and follow written instructions Ability to communicate with residents and staff Good understanding of chemical and equipment use, including vacuum cleaners, auto scrubbers, and carpet extractors Ability to work independently or as a team Strong customer service skills Bilingualism in French / English an Asset What We Offer Working at NYGH means working with a dynamic team of fellow healthcare providers, staff, and volunteers in one of Canada’s leading hospitals. This is a Part Time Permanent position, with 8 hours shifts, All shifts (SEIU only) and Weekends shifts in the Environmental Services Department at the General Site at 4001 Leslie Street and Multi-Site. We offer a highly competitive total compensation package which includes pay in lieu of benefits, vacation pay and the opportunity to join the Hospital Pension Plan. If you were searching for more reasons to consider joining the wonderful team at NYGH, check out some features of our Total Rewards package by visiting nygh.on.ca. #J-18808-Ljbffr
