Housekeeping Aide

Position Summary

Under the guidance of the Manager of Environmental Services, the Housekeeping Aide is responsible for ensuring that assigned areas within the Portage Regional Health Centre are kept clean, sanitary, safe, and well-organized to meet the highest standards of cleanliness. Duties consist primarily of general cleaning tasks throughout the facility.

Work Environment and Schedule

This full-time permanent role requires on-site work with an annual commitment of 2015 hours, working 7.75 hours daily across day, evening, and weekend shifts. The expected start date is August 31, 2026.

Employer and Location

The employer is Southern Health-Santé Sud, part of the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority, located in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba, serving a diverse population including First Nations, Francophone, Métis, Mennonite, Hutterite, and immigrant communities.

Responsibilities and Expectations

• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in designated facility areas according to established protocols.
• Use initiative and sound judgment to prioritize tasks and address unusual situations.
• Adhere to the mission, vision, values, and policies set by Southern Health-Santé Sud.

Qualifications

• Minimum education of Grade 10 (Manitoba standard) or a relevant combination of education and experience.
• Previous experience in industrial or commercial housekeeping is required.
• Ability to safely handle chemicals and cleaning agents as per manufacturer instructions and facility guidelines.
• Basic computer skills.
• Proficient verbal and written comprehension of English; bilingual skills are essential for designated positions and desirable for others.
• Competent in working both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to foster and maintain positive working relationships.
• Effective problem-solving capabilities within the scope of responsibilities.
• Adaptability and flexibility to changing environments, techniques, and procedures.
• Respect for cultural diversity within the region is mandatory.
• Maintain confidentiality across all forms of information handling.
• Good attendance and reliable work record.
• Possession of a valid Class 5 driver's license, use of an insured vehicle, and liability coverage of at least $1,000,000.
• Physical and mental capability to meet job demands without exposure to hazardous or severely unpleasant conditions.
• Availability for occasional evening or weekend shifts and potential travel to other regional facilities.

Additional Requirements

• Completion of a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Search, Adult Abuse Registry Check, and Child Abuse Registry Check; associated fees are the candidate's responsibility.
• Submission of three professional references unrelated to the applicant.
• Reasonable accommodations related to materials or activities during the selection process are available upon request.
• Encouragement and commitment to Indigenous representation within the workforce; Indigenous applicants are invited to self-identify in their applications.

Salary and Benefits

The hourly wage for this role is $20.35.

Union and Work Conditions

This position is unionized under CUPE. Job competitions for union roles may be subject to grievance by internal applicants, with safeguards to protect irrelevant personal information.