Environmental Services Attendant
Company
CHEO
Location
Ottawa, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$30K–$60K a year
Posted
3 days ago
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Job Description
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.
Compensation
Pay range: $21.53‑$26.42 per hour (starting at STEP 2 or higher on the pay grid).
Main Responsibilities
• Cleans assigned area by washing furnishings, equipment, and surfaces with cleaning solutions and disinfectants.
• 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.
• Scours, disinfects, and polishes work areas 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. Frequent contact with water, cleaning and disinfectant solutions.
Qualifications
• Completion of high school diploma or equivalent (essential).
• Demonstrated knowledge of cleaning, sanitation processes and housekeeping techniques (essential).
• Experience in hospital cleaning procedures, including infectious disease protocols (preferred).
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills (essential).
• Ability to work with limited supervision (essential).
• Read and understand oral English instructions and procedures (essential).
• Criminal record check (essential).
• Bilingualism (English/French) (preferred).
• Will be represented by the Laborers International Union of North America (LiUNA 3000).
Accommodation & COVID‑19 Vaccination Requirements
Applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID‑19 to be considered. Booster shots are strongly encouraged. Upon hiring, presentation of government‑issued documentation confirming vaccination or valid medical exemption is required.
Equal Opportunity & Diversity
CHEO is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive and barrier‑free work environment. All accommodation requests may be made by contacting Human Resources at [email protected]. Information received regarding accommodation will be kept confidential and handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
Additional Employment Information
Effective March 29, 2021, CHEO will conduct a comprehensive pre‑screening and evaluation process which may include written tests, practical exams, or other assessments. All candidates meeting essential and preferred qualifications may be tested.
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.
Compensation
Pay range: $21.53‑$26.42 per hour (starting at STEP 2 or higher on the pay grid).
Main Responsibilities
• Cleans assigned area by washing furnishings, equipment, and surfaces with cleaning solutions and disinfectants.
• 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.
• Scours, disinfects, and polishes work areas 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. Frequent contact with water, cleaning and disinfectant solutions.
Qualifications
• Completion of high school diploma or equivalent (essential).
• Demonstrated knowledge of cleaning, sanitation processes and housekeeping techniques (essential).
• Experience in hospital cleaning procedures, including infectious disease protocols (preferred).
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills (essential).
• Ability to work with limited supervision (essential).
• Read and understand oral English instructions and procedures (essential).
• Criminal record check (essential).
• Bilingualism (English/French) (preferred).
• Will be represented by the Laborers International Union of North America (LiUNA 3000).
Accommodation & COVID‑19 Vaccination Requirements
Applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID‑19 to be considered. Booster shots are strongly encouraged. Upon hiring, presentation of government‑issued documentation confirming vaccination or valid medical exemption is required.
Equal Opportunity & Diversity
CHEO is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive and barrier‑free work environment. All accommodation requests may be made by contacting Human Resources at [email protected]. Information received regarding accommodation will be kept confidential and handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
Additional Employment Information
Effective March 29, 2021, CHEO will conduct a comprehensive pre‑screening and evaluation process which may include written tests, practical exams, or other assessments. All candidates meeting essential and preferred qualifications may be tested.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Cleaning Staff Jobs
What is the exact minimum hourly wage for cleaning staff in Ontario as of January 2026?
As per Employment and Social Development Canada, the minimum wage for cleaning staff in Ontario is $18.75 per hour as of January 1 2026. Overtime pay at 1.5 times the rate applies after 44 hours in a work week. Employers must also provide at least 2 weeks of paid vacation after 12 months of employment.
Do I need a Labour Market Impact Assessment to get a work permit for cleaning staff jobs in Canada in 2026?
As per Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, most cleaning staff positions require a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment before applying for a work permit in 2026. The permit processing fee is $155 and must be paid before submission. Temporary foreign workers in this role are limited to 24 months per permit with possible extensions.
What education and experience are required to qualify for cleaning staff jobs in Canada?
As per Employment and Social Development Canada, cleaning staff jobs require no formal education but at least 6 months of paid experience in commercial or residential cleaning. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and pass a basic criminal record check. No certifications are mandatory for entry-level roles.
Which documents are mandatory when applying for cleaning staff positions on a work permit in Canada?
As per Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, applicants need a valid passport, work permit, LMIA copy, and SIN number to apply for cleaning staff jobs in 2026. A resume showing 6 months experience and two references from previous employers are also required by most employers. All documents must be submitted in PDF format during the online application.
