Job Description

August 19, 2026

NORTH WELLINGTON HEALTH CARE

PALMERSTON & DISTRICT HOSPITAL

POSTING: #2026-182

HOUSEKEEPING AIDE

(CASUAL)

One (1) casual Housekeeping Aide position is available within the Support Services Department at Palmerston and District Hospital.

This position is unionized with OPSEU, Local 226.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Housekeeping experience in hospital environment or similar is required
• Housekeeping Certificate for Healthcare setting an asset
• Ability to receive written and verbal instructions concerning job routines, operation of equipment and safety precautions
• Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills
• Familiarity with computer processes of email, intranet, word and excel a benefit
• Familiarity with Hospital Waste protocols and standards
• Ability to work in and contribute to a team environment
• Demonstrated excellent customer service skills
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Demonstrated knowledge of Infection Control procedures in a health care setting
• Ability to carry out the physical aspects inherent in this position (see working conditions below).
• Satisfactory performance and attendance required
• Satisfactory Reference Checks required prior to start date
• Must provide a Police Vulnerable Sector Check
• Must complete a Pre-Employment Health Assessment prior to being hired
  

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Physical demands of the job require tasks that involve repeated lifting, bending, kneeling, standing, walking, pushing carts, periodic climbing which include ladders, operation of floor machines and other equipment

HOURS OF WORK:

• Day, evening and weekend shifts as per department schedule
• As per Collective Agreement

SALARY:

• $28.86 - $29.45 per hour
  
  

Interested applicants please submit your cover letter and resume on BambooHR at the following link: https://whca.bamboohr.com/jobs/ by 4:00pm on August 27, 2026

INTERNAL applicants please apply with your work email address.

EXTERNAL applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed. Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.

North Wellington Health Care strives to create a respectful, accessible and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, the hospital will endeavour to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate those candidates with disabilities.

North Wellington Health Care is committed to providing and fostering a safe, healthy and respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.