Utility Worker - Housekeeping Services

Position Overview

The Utility Worker will support the cleanliness and maintenance of the hospital environment, ensuring a safe and sanitary setting for patients, staff, and visitors. Duties encompass a broad range of housekeeping tasks including cleaning, floor care, waste management, laundry, and emergency spill response.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness by sweeping, mopping, dusting, and shampooing carpets and upholstery across hospital areas.
• Perform specialized floor care such as scrubbing and waxing to preserve flooring conditions.
• Handle removal of both hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials timely and safely.
• Respond to chemical spills, blood spills, and flood cleanups efficiently following safety protocols.
• Assist with laundry-related duties and prepare rooms for patient use according to hospital standards.
• Clean interior windows and apply salt to outdoor areas during winter months to prevent hazards.
• Perform thorough cleaning of isolation rooms to minimize infection risks.

Candidate Profile

• Minimum educational requirement of Grade 12/GED or credible equivalent work experience.
• Strong communication skills for effective interaction within a healthcare setting.
• Preferred candidates will have prior experience in cleaning and floor maintenance operations.
• Languages: Multilingual ability is considered an advantage, with a preference for candidates fluent in French.

Working Hours and Terms

• This is a full-time, long-assignment temporary position requiring an average of 75 hours bi-weekly.
• Typical shift schedule runs from 7:30 PM to 3:30 AM, including every other weekend worked.
• The assignment spans approximately 21 months, with potential date modifications as needed.

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly wage range: $20.74 to $21.56.
• Eligible for comprehensive benefits package that includes health and dental coverage, travel insurance, long-term disability, life insurance, and enrollment in a defined benefit pension plan.

About Nova Scotia Health

As the largest health services provider in the province, Nova Scotia Health is dedicated to delivering high-quality, innovative care throughout hospitals, health centres, and community programs across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada. The organization fosters a workplace committed to diversity, inclusion, and career balance, providing meaningful work opportunities accompanied by rich local lifestyle offerings.

Additional Information

This is a unionized support staff position affiliated with the NSGEU union. Preference is given to current bargaining unit members. Nova Scotia Health values a workforce that reflects the diverse communities it serves and actively encourages applications from Indigenous peoples, Black/African Nova Scotians, persons of colour, newcomers, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.