Environmental Services Attendant

28 minutes ago

Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Shannex Full time


Job Description

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living.

We are searching for an Environmental Services Attendant to join our Harbourstone Enhanced Care team based in Sydney, Nova Scotia.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you've made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

Free onsite parkingAccess to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment eventsAccess to continuing education and training through Shannex's Centre of ExcellenceOpportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiativesRecognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

Thoroughly clean common areas including lobbies, hallways, and stairwellsSweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, cleaning and sanitizing kitchens and bathroomsCompletes common area housekeeping duties as per assignmentCollect refuse from residents' rooms and dispose of this refuse in accordance with set proceduresDocuments all completed job routine tasks Completes audits and inspections as requiredCompletes resident's personal laundry services as requestedCommunicates supply needs to People Leader in a timely mannerEfficiently uses supplies and equipment to maintain service quality levelsClean and restock housekeeping cart; notify Supervisor when supplies are low;Promote safety culture by continuously working safely including but not limited to identifying and reporting hazards, following safe work practices and procedures, wearing personal protective equipment, supporting others to work safely and completing safety education.All additional duties as assigned

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

A High School diploma or equivalent educationMinimum of one (1) year experience in commercial housekeeping and/ or laundryA high level of initiative for and commitment to completing housekeeping assignments efficiently and in a warm, friendly, and customer-service-oriented mannerAbility to communicate well with internal and external customers to meet needs in a polite, courteous, and cooperative mannerKnowledge of infection control and prevention practicesAbility to utilize auto scrubber, floor buffer, vacuumPrevious experience working with seniors or in a seniors' living environment considered an assetAbility to work independently with minimal supervision and can safely use chemical cleaning agents and equipmentAbility to provide a clear criminal record check upon hireCompleted Dementia: Understanding the Journey course considered an assetA passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care

About Us

Shannex is a family-owned organization with a vision of Better Living for every stage of life. Since 1988, Shannex has grown from a single nursing home in Cape Breton to a trusted partner across healthcare, hospitality and lifestyle sectors. With locations in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Ontario, Shannex continues to build communities designed for connection, wellbeing and longevity. Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life, Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences, Parkland at Home, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Shannex Enhanced Care. Shannex also provides Transitional Health Services, in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information, visit

If you're ready to join the Shannex team of Great People, apply today

Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization.  Shannex believes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals, where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex, every team member belongs.

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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