Environmental Services Aide (Days / Afternoons)

Grow Your Career at Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS)

At BCHS, we are driven by a bold vision: To Lead Beyond Care. As a two-site community hospital system in Brantford and Paris, Ontario, we serve with purpose, passion, and a deep commitment to the people who rely on us.

• Brantford General Hospital – Our acute care hospital offering a full spectrum of inpatient and outpatient services.
• The Willett in Paris – Home to our urgent care centre and transitional care services, supporting patients through every step of their healthcare journey.
  
  

With Over 130 Years Of Service, BCHS Is Evolving With a Renewed Focus On Excellence, Collaboration, And Innovation. Our Strategic Priorities Center On Quality Care, Connected Teams, And a Healthy Future For Our Patients, Our People, And Our Community. Our Culture Is Shaped By Our Core Values And Pillars

Core Values

Four Pillars

Be Bold and Courageous

Commit to Excellence

Champion Equity

Be Trustworthy

Patient-First

People-Centred

Partnership- Based

Progress- Focused

These values reflect who we are, what we stand for, and how we work together to have influence. Join us in shaping the future of healthcare—right here at BCHS.

Why Choose BCHS?

• Investing in You – Access to a centralized Education Fund, tuition support, and professional development opportunities.
• Flexible Scheduling – Within a standard work week
• Career Growth – Internal job postings, mentorship programs, and leadership development.
• Predictable Work Locations – Stability and consistency in your work environment.
• Collaborative Team Culture – Work alongside skilled professionals in a supportive, interdisciplinary setting.
• Employee Wellness Matters – Peer Support Team, Wellness Committee, Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their families.
• Commitment to Safety – Comprehensive safety programs for all
• Competitive Compensation and Benefits –– Salaries and benefits designed to align with industry standards, reinforcing our commitment to attracting and retaining top talent. Excellent Pension Plan.
• Diversity & Inclusion – We are actively working to diversify our teams and remove systemic barriers in hiring, retention, and advancement. We track and report on our progress because representation matters. We regularly review our benefits, policies, and programs through an equity lens to meet the needs of our diverse teams. Provide accommodations for religious practices and use trauma-informed policies that support mental wellbeing.
• Recognition & Rewards – Employee appreciation programs and professional recognition opportunities and Corporate Committee
• Community Impact – Make a real difference in patient care and public health every day.
• Choose Civility – Where every interaction matters. Civility and respect shape our workplace, as individuals treat one another—and the communities we serve with dignity, empathy, and cultural awareness. We foster a culture of civility by raising awareness, setting clear expectations, and continually reviewing our policies and practices to ensure respect is at the core of everything we do.
  
  

Position Summary

Reporting to the Manager of Environmental Services, you will be responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming patient environment. Additional responsibilities include the safe and efficient transport of patients, supplies, specimens, and equipment, in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Primary Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a strong commitment to excellent customer service when interacting with patients, visitors, and colleagues
• Respects and maintains patient confidentiality at all times
• Proven ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Adheres to PIDAC and Infection Prevention and Control standards
• Actively participates in unit and departmental quality improvement initiatives
• Capable of responding appropriately to emergency codes
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Adaptable to change, able to multitask, and perform duties efficiently
• Well-organized with strong prioritization and time management skills
• Reliable and dependable with a strong work ethic
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Required to wear steel-toe footwear when working in Linen, Waste, or operating the Ride-On Machine
• Position requires significant physical effort (80% ), including walking, standing, lifting, and pushing/pulling carts or equipment
• Comfortable using ladders when necessary
  
  

Cleaning

• Perform daily routine cleaning and discharge cleaning of patient rooms
• Clean and maintain various areas, including patient units, clinics, offices, corridors/hallways, the Labour and Delivery Operating Room, Emergency Department, and Mental Health Unit
• Maintain flooring through scrubbing, waxing, and burnishing
• Operate and maintain cleaning equipment such as floor scrubbers, speed scrubbers, ride-on machines, carpet cleaners, steamers, mops, and vacuums
  
  

Transporting

• Safely transport patients using wheelchairs, stretchers, and beds
• Deliver medical specimens promptly and securely to designated areas
• Transport hospital equipment, including but not limited to scopes and vital signs monitors
• Assist with the respectful and discreet transport of deceased patients to the morgue
  
  

Linen

• Deliver clean linen and remove soiled linen from all units and departments
• Operate and maintain washers and dryers in the linen room
• Process various items including privacy curtains, cubicle curtains, slings, restraints, mops, and patient
  
  

Waste

• Ensure compliance with all applicable waste regulations
• Collect regular waste, recycling, biomedical waste, and sharps/pharmaceutical containers safely and efficiently
  
  

Moves

• Assist with office and department relocations, including the movement of equipment and furniture
  
  

Mandatory Qualifications

• Secondary school diploma or equivalent
• Environmental Services: A Course for Frontline Staff (preferred)
  
  

Core Competencies

• Reliable individual with excellent attendance record and able to work all shifts
• Safety (patient, worker & workplace) is a BCHS Corporate Priority. The successful applicant will demonstrate good stewardship in the identification, reporting and mitigation of unsafe acts or conditions.
  
  

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

BCHS is committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome people from all walks of life, including people of all genders, sexual orientations, racial and ethnic backgrounds, Indigenous identities, abilities, and lived experiences. Inclusion is part of how we deliver better care

We are dedicated to removing barriers and providing accommodations at every stage of the hiring process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodations, please inform us when contacted, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you are passionate about healthcare and looking for a supportive and dynamic work environment, we would love to hear from you! Apply today and join BCHS in delivering exceptional care with compassion and integrity.

AI Use in Hiring

Brant Community Healthcare System does not use artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or algorithms to screen, assess, or rank candidates during the hiring process; all applications are reviewed by our recruitment team.