Environmental And Laundry Services Worker Wanted In Canada

We are looking for a part-time Housekeeping and Laundry Aide to join the Environmental Services team at Saskatchewan Hospital in North Battleford. This is a permanent, regular part-time position within a unionized, provincial health care environment. You will provide essential cleaning and laundry services that directly support patient care, infection control, and the comfort of everyone who walks through our doors. If you are reliable, comfortable working independently, and ready to contribute to a professional health care team, this role offers stability, transparent compensation, and meaningful work in your community.

Company Overview

Saskatchewan Hospital North Battleford is part of the provincial health network, serving patients and residents across the region. This is not a commercial laundry or a private cleaning contractor it is a health care facility with rigorous standards for infection control, environmental hygiene, and patient safety.

Our Environmental Services department operates under clearly defined provincial job descriptions, evaluated through the Provider Group Joint Job Evaluation process in partnership with CUPE, SEIU, SGEU, and SAHO. This means your role is structured, your pay band is transparent, and your work is valued according to established criteria for skill, effort, responsibility, and working conditions. We follow the principles of equal pay for work of equal value, and our hiring and classification processes reflect that commitment. When you join us, you are not just filling a position you are stepping into a role with provincial recognition and union representation.

Key Responsibilities

Housekeeping Duties

• Perform daily cleaning duties throughout the facility according to established routines and procedures, including patient rooms, common areas, bathrooms, staff offices, and administrative spaces.
• Clean and disinfect surfaces, floors, fixtures, and equipment using approved cleaning agents and infection control protocols.
• Empty waste receptacles and dispose of garbage in accordance with health care waste management procedures.
• Maintain cleaning carts, equipment, and supply closets in clean, organized, and safe condition.
• Report maintenance concerns, safety hazards, or supply shortages to supervisory staff promptly.
• Move furniture and equipment as needed to facilitate thorough cleaning.

Laundry And Linen Services

• Collect, sort, process, wash, dry, fold, and distribute patient linens, personal clothing, and facility textiles according to established procedures.
• Operate commercial washers, dryers, and finishing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Label resident clothing as required and maintain organized storage of personal items.
• Inspect linens and garments for damage or excessive wear, setting aside items requiring repair or replacement.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary laundry work area.

General Responsibilities

• Work independently during assigned shifts, managing time and tasks effectively without direct supervision.
• Complete basic computer documentation as required for workload tracking, supply management, or incident reporting.
• Follow all health and safety protocols, including proper use of personal protective equipment and chemical handling procedures.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and maintain compliance with organizational policies and provincial health regulations.
• Perform other duties consistent with the job classification as assigned.

Qualifications

Education:

• Minimum Grade 10 education or equivalent recognized standing.

Competencies and Skills:

• Basic computer skills for documentation and communication purposes.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately and consistently.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and infection control.

Knowledge and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Physical capability to stand for extended periods, lift and transport laundry carts, and perform repetitive tasks safely.
• Reliable, punctual, and dependable work habits.

Other Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license may be required depending on operational needs.
• Successful clearance of applicable background checks as per Saskatchewan health authority policies.
• Scheduled hours of work may be reduced during weeks containing a statutory holiday, in accordance with collective agreement provisions.

Work Schedule:

• Part-time regular position with 0.64 Full-Time Equivalent (FTE).
• 18 shifts of 8 hours per 6-week scheduling period.
• Rotation includes days, evenings, and weekend shifts.

Benefits and Perks

• Unionized, transparent compensation. Pay Band 5 with three incremental steps ranging from $18.890 to $20.240 per hour, reviewed through formal job evaluation processes.
• Stable, predictable scheduling. Your shifts are posted in advance within a 6-week rotation no last-minute uncertainty.
• Meaningful work environment. You are not servicing hotel rooms; you are supporting patient care in a provincial health care facility.
• Structured role with clear expectations. Your duties, qualifications, and working conditions are formally evaluated and maintained through joint union-management processes.
• Professional development pathways. Opportunity to build experience within the Saskatchewan health system.
• Respect for work-life balance. Part-time regular status with scheduled shifts and recognition of statutory holiday provisions.
• Safe, compliant workplace. Full adherence to infection control, occupational health, and privacy regulations including the Health Information Protection Act (HIPA).
• Union representation under CUPE with all the protections and processes afforded by provincial joint job evaluation agreements.

How to Apply

This part-time regular position at Saskatchewan Hospital North Battleford is open now. If you meet the Grade 10 education requirement and are available for days, evenings, and weekend shifts, we encourage you to apply.

Please submit your application through the official Saskatchewan health careers portal or via the contact information provided in the job posting. Reference Position #183787.