The incumbent is responsible for the duties as described in the Housekeeping/Linen Department Policy and Procedure Manual, in order to ensure the prevention of cross infection and contamination. This includes maintaining clean, healthy and eye appealing surroundings for patients, staff and visitors.
QUALIFICATIONS:
· Successful completion of Grade 11.
· A minimum of one year previous experience as a Housekeeping/Linen Aide.
· Demonstrated good interpersonal and communication skills.
· Ability to understand and follow specific written and oral instructions.
· Ability to lift & carry 3-5 gallon buckets of water for short distances & push moderately heavy loads.
· Ability to lift heavy loads of linen, 20 to 45 pounds when wet, and push heavy carts.
· Ability to operate a vacuum, floor polisher and other machinery.
· Ability to work at tasks requiring continuous physical activity including lifting, pushing, walking, reaching, climbing (ladders) carrying and bending.
PREFERED QUALIGICATIONS:
· Basic knowledge and principles of hygiene and sanitation.
· Previous related experience in a hospital environment.
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract, Casual
Salary: $20.13-$21.54 per hour
Additional pay:
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee assistance program
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Carleton Place, ON K7C 1J4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- cleaning: 1 year (preferred)