Have Grade 12 education, and building maintenance certification or equivalent.
Must have experience in preventative maintenance.
Working knowledge of electrical, plumbing and heating systems.
Background experience working in health care (preferred)
Ability to read and write English, to work independently, and use basic math skills
A positive work and attendance record is essential
Position Summary:
Provides cleaning, sweeping and/or vacuuming of all surfaces in assigned areas.
Clean Hard surface floors, Scrub, wax, buff in all assigned areas.
Carpet extraction / stairwell cleaning in assigned areas.
Monitors and reports any damage to common areas to the Supervisor.
Provides for the prevention and control of the transmission of infections.
Understands and practices infection control techniques.
Provides for the safe and efficient preventative maintenance operation of all equipment for all IGGH departments.
Reports all mechanical or maintenance deficiencies to the appropriate personnel.
Follows procedures for the cleaning and care of equipment as well as the measurement and proper use of supplies.
Uses chemicals appropriately where designated.
Understands WHMIS and how to access WHMIS information on any product,
Monitors and reports inventory requirements to the Supervisors.
Follows guidelines for job and task performance requirements.
Is able to understand and obey all fire, emergency, and safety regulations.
Room preparation for new admission or transfers.
Communicate with nursing/administration on all housekeeping or janitorial issues.
Participation in all required training as per MOH LTC Act, MOL, IGGH, etc.
Responsible for working safely in compliance with accepted safe work practices, procedures and legislated health and safety standards. Employees must: use and wear the equipment, protective devices and personal protective equipment as required; report hazards, accidents, and the absence of or defect in any equipment or protective device; attend all required health and safety training; and follow all established safe work procedures.
Other duties as required
Physical Demands: Must have the physical strength to meet requirements of job
