Posted 27 days ago
Environmental Services Worker - Environmental Services
@ Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health
Inverness, Nova Scotia
Overview
Nova Scotia Health is hiring a casual Environmental Services Worker for Inverness Consolidated Memorial Hospital in the Eastern Zone. The role performs repetitive cleaning and sanitizing of assigned hospital areas to established standards, with patient confidentiality and safety in mind. The posting offers casual relief shifts with no guaranteed hours at $20.74 to $21.56 per hour.
Pay:
$20.74–$21.56 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Clean and sanitize assigned hospital areas to established standards
- Use proper cleaning and disinfecting techniques
- Participate in on-the-job training programs
- Report safety hazards and observe fire regulations
Requirements summary:
- Grade 12, GED or equivalent work experience
- Knowledge of healthcare cleaning methods is an asset
- Good communication skills are essential
- French preferred
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · successfactors
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-14
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-15
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-10
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Cleaning & custodial |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic |
| Position | On the move |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer none |
| Languages | French |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples, Racialized people, Newcomers to Canada, People with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ |
| Education | High school (required) |
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Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health
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We are Nova Scotia Health. We are rural and urban. We are in hospitals, health centres and community. We serve individuals and communities from Yarmouth to Cape Breton, from Amherst to Halifax, and everything in between. We are researchers and learners, looking for new ways to prevent and treat disease and maintain health. We are partners – with community groups, schools, government, foundations and auxiliaries, community health boards and, most importantly, with you. Most of all, we are a community of caring, compassionate people who care deeply about health, healing and learning. Together with you, we will create a healthier Nova Scotia. Mission: Working together to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning Vision: Healthy people, healthy communities – for generations
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- Reported office locations
- 1276 South Park Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3H 2Y9, CA
- Business categories
- Hospital
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- Nova Scotia Healthcare System
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
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We are Nova Scotia Health. We are rural and urban. We are in hospitals, health centres and community. We serve individuals and communities from Yarmouth to Cape Breton, from Amherst to Halifax, and everything in between. We are researchers and learners, looking for new ways to prevent and treat disease and maintain health. We are partners – with community groups, schools, government, foundations and auxiliaries…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Halifax, Nova Scotia |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 2015 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 254 |
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Req ID: 228234
Location: Eastern Zone, Inverness Consolidated Memorial Hospital
Department: FMS Environmental Services ICH
Type of Employment: Casual Casual Relief (3%) x 5
Union: UNIFOR Support Position
Posting Closing Date: 25-Nov-26
About the Opportunity
Reporting to the Supervisor, Facility Support Services, the Environmental Services Worker performs general repetitive tasks in maintaining an assigned area, with due consideration for patients, visitors and staff. This position maintains clean and sanitary conditions in assigned areas as directed, according to established standards, observing proper cleaning and disinfecting techniques. The incumbent also participates in On-the-Job Training programs; seeks clarification of duties when indicated; offers assistance and/or instruction to co-workers; extends courtesy and consideration to others in interpersonal relationships; and demonstrates a professional manner in work settings.
The Environmental Services Worker channels suggestions, concerns, and queries to appropriate authority; performs duties in a timely and effective manner; practices responsible cost effectiveness in the use of time, materials and equipment. This position observes all hospital and departmental personnel policies with particular reference to patient confidentiality; practices and promotes safety awareness; observes fire regulations and reports any suspected safety hazards; participates in and contributes to the departmental quality management program; and supports and participates in departmental continuing education programs. The incumbent is also responsible for performing other related duties as required.
About You
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
- Grade 12/GED required or equivalent work experience
- Knowledge of cleaning techniques and methods that apply to a health care setting is an asset
- Good communication skills are essential
- Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.
Hours
- Casual relief, no guaranteed hours
Compensation and Benefits
$20.74 - $21.56 hourly
What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health
Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.
From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.
Once You've Applied
Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.
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