Property Housekeeping & Groundskeeping Worker (Casual)

Description

The Property Housekeeping and Groundskeeping worker performs routine housekeeping cleaning duties for the LWDH accommodation units, as well as light groundskeeping of rental locations grounds. Under the direct supervision of the Director of Strategy and Innovation, the Housekeeping and Groundskeeping Worker works independently, traveling to the LWDH rental unit locations, performing required duties, and ensuring the units are prepped and ready for the incoming guests, strictly adhering to deadlines according to the booking schedule. NOTE: this position does not involve repair or complex maintenance duties.

If this opportunity sounds like a great fit for you and you meet most of the essential qualifications we are looking for, we encourage you to apply and provide us more details about why you think you would be a great fit. LWDH is dedicated to ongoing professional development and continuing education opportunities to enhance skillsets and working experience.

Why Work with LWDH? In this position, there are many benefits to joining our team:

• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan enrolment, one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans that includes inflation protections, survivor benefits, buyback options, and early retirement
• Pay in lieu of vacation and benefits provided
• A third party partnered, self-directed and initiated benefits package through Health Care Providers (HCP) Group Insurance is provided that includes customizable health and dental plans, life insurance, long-term disability benefits (LTD), and accidental death, disease and dismemberment (ADD&D) based on package eligibility
• Access to staff physiotherapy, onsite gym, Employee Assistance Program, staff wellness initiatives, and much more!

Principle Responsibilities

• Providing cleaning services to LWDH accommodation units (apartments and houses) including but not limited to clean, mop, scrub, sweep, vacuum, dust, laundry, restock sundry items in units, etc.
• Follow light or deep cleaning routine as outlined in work schedules
• Follow all universal precautions, hospital policies and procedures and use personal protective equipment as required while cleaning
• Follow waste management schedules including recycling and garbage disposal
• Dust, mop, or vacuum floors and carpets
• Clean and disinfect living areas, kitchens and bathrooms
• Clean blinds/drapes with damp cloth or vacuum
• Complete housekeeping assignments within the time allotted
• Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement activities as required to improve the environment for LWDH locums, learners, and visitors
• Perform light building and grounds maintenance as assigned. (e.g. picking up garbage, sweep the walkways/entrance ways, light walkway shoveling in winter as needed)
• Prep locations for incoming guests with required materials and promotional information as directed
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Strategy and Innovation

Qualifications

• Familiarity with housekeeping/cleaning practices, supplies and equipment
• Working knowledge of accepted procedures and safety practices of light groundskeeping work
• Ability to safely use cleaning supplies and cleaning equipment
• Ability to safely use groundskeeping equipment
• Ability to account for inventory and accurately complete checklists and forms
• Ability to follow simple oral and written directions
• Willingness to work outside during inclement weather
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication skills
• Reliable attendance record

Please apply through the online application process via https://lwdh.talentpoolbuilder.com/

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. First consideration will be given to current internal employees of LWDH.

Qualified applicants may be considered for other comparable positions or within the same classification other than this posted position.

Please prepare your application in accordance with the qualifications posted in the job advertisement. Applications will be screened based on the posted qualifications.

LWDH is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion and belongingness in our operations, throughout our workplace, and seeks to employ individuals who are committed to and value these principles.

We believe in and promote the rights of all persons with disabilities as outlined in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA 2005) and its related Accessibility Standards Regulations. To meet this responsibility, LWDH will make appropriate accommodations, including alternative formats available. Please inform Human Resources of any accommodation(s) at any point throughout the recruitment and selection process to ensure your equal participation.

LWDH values the importance of creating a workplace that reflects the population it serves and promotes the representation of the Employment Equity groups as outlined by the Employment Equity Act (1993). Applicants are encouraged to self-declare at the time of application.

For more information or to request an accommodation please contact the Human Resources Department at 807-468-9861 ext. 2393