Union: CUPE
Number of Vacancies: Multiple
Site: Toronto General Hospital/Toronto Western Hospital
Department: Environmental Services
Reports to: Supervisor
Wage range: $27.30 - $28.11 per hour (Start rate: $27.30 per hour in accordance with collective agreement requirements)
Shifts: Must be available for all shifts. Day, Evening, and Night shifts including on Weekends and Stat Holidays (Availability requirements may vary depending on the site that you are hired at).
Status: Temporary Casual/Temporary Part-time (Contract Duration: May 04, 2026 -September 07, 2026)
Closing Date: March 31, 2026
Our Environmental Services Department is looking for hard-working and dedicated people to join our team! The Environmental Aide/Associate/Cleaner plays an essential role in cleaning and infection prevention in our hospitals and a positive patient experience to those we serve in our community.
Duties
- Performing routine cleaning (surface disinfection, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, etc.) of all areas of the facility including but not limited to occupied patient rooms, clinic areas, nursing stations, waiting rooms, lobbies, washrooms, offices, kitchens, operating rooms, utility rooms, corridors, morgues, equipment, and public areas in accordance with quality standards, procedures, and training. Replenishing washroom supplies.
- Removing and handling recycling, compost, garbage, biomedical and cytotoxic waste in accordance with procedures and legislation.
- Successful candidates may also be trained on the use of motorized cleaning equipment and performing floor care Attending staff meetings, safety huddles, education, and training as required.
- Utilizing cleaning chemicals (i.e. bleach) and equipment (such as ladders, mops, vacuums and some motorized cleaning equipment) in accordance with training and procedures.
- Wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and uniform as required.
- Performing other duties in support of the Housekeeping function; performing cross-functional and other duties as assigned and/or required.