Environmental Services I

Company Bio

Ross Memorial Hospital (RMH) is an active, acute-care community hospital located in the heart of the City of Kawartha Lakes. Among our acute and continuing care services, our team cares for 45,000 patients per year in the 24/7/365 emergency department, provides orthopedics and ophthalmology, operates a dialysis unit, and is renowned for its mental health programs and restorative seniors care. The Ross family takes pride in providing compassionate, quality patient care.

Position Summary

The Environmental Services Department is currently seeking a Permanent Full-Time Environmental Services I [DE1] team member.

Effective Date: July 27, 2026

Department/Unit/Program Description

The Environmental Services Department strives to ensure a clean and safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff. The duties of the department are carried out to the highest possible standard in accordance with infection prevention and control best practices.

Essential Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Demonstrated ability to deal effectively and co-operatively with all levels of staff, patients and the public
• Demonstrated high level of communication, organizational and time management skills
• Must have, or be willing to successfully complete training in a number of required competencies including CPI, WHMIS, etc.
• Must be physically fit as the job involves heavy lifting, pushing, pulling and periods of bending/stooping
• Must be able to fulfill the physical requirements of the job as per the current Physical Demands Analysis

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous housekeeping/grounds keeping experience in a health care setting or similar institution

Hours of Work

Must be available for day, and weekend shifts. Shifts and hours may vary according to departmental requirements and as per the CUPE Collective Agreement.

Employment Equity

Ross Memorial Hospital is committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities. Accommodation will be provided throughout the hiring process at the request of the applicant.

Employees must meet expectations for appropriate, respectful and professional conduct, as set out in the RMH Code of Conduct.