Jobs for Foreigners with Sponsorship: Housekeeping Aide – Sioux Lookout, ON

Support Safe Patient Care by Maintaining a Clean, Healthy Hospital Environment in Northern Ontario
Job Category: Work For Foreigners
Job Position: Housekeeping Aide
Employer: Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre
Location: Sioux Lookout, ON
Wage: $25.84 Per Hour
Job Type: Permanent Employment, Full time
Schedule: Early morning, Morning, Day, Evening, Night, Weekend
LMIA Sponsorship: Available for qualified international candidates

Job Overview
Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre is seeking dedicated Housekeeping Aides to join our environmental services team. In this vital role, you will help protect patients, visitors, and staff by maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary hospital environment. You will work throughout patient rooms, clinical areas, and public spaces, following strict infection control protocols and cleaning standards. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with healthcare or commercial cleaning experience who is detail-oriented, takes pride in their work, and wants a stable, full-time position in a hospital setting with comprehensive benefits and long-term career potential.

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate, or
• Equivalent education and/or experience

Experience

• 1 year to less than 2 years of experience in housekeeping, environmental services, or janitorial work
• Previous experience in a hospital, medical facility, long-term care, or other healthcare environment is a strong asset

Work Site Environment

• Non-smoking facility
• Hospital/medical facility or clinic environment
• Work in patient rooms, operating rooms, clinical departments, offices, and public areas

Work Setting

• Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre, a healthcare facility serving Sioux Lookout and surrounding communities
• Team-based environment with daily interaction with clinical and non-clinical staff
• Unionized setting where wages, premiums, and certain benefits are as per the collective agreement

Key Responsibilities (Tasks)

• Sweep, mop, wash, and polish floors in patient rooms, corridors, nursing stations, and other hospital areas according to established procedures
• Vacuum carpeting, area rugs, draperies, and upholstered furniture in patient and public areas
• Make beds and change sheets in patient rooms following infection control and bed-making protocols
• Distribute clean towels, linens, and toiletries to patient rooms and designated supply areas
• Clean, disinfect, and sanitize operating rooms and other high-risk clinical areas as assigned, following strict protocols and checklists
• Clean and disinfect elevators, handrails, door handles, and other high-touch surfaces frequently throughout the shift
• Wash windows, walls, ceilings, and glass surfaces in designated areas as required
• Ensure infection control practices are followed at all times, including proper use of disinfectants, PPE, and waste segregation
• Handle waste and soiled linen in accordance with facility guidelines and infection prevention standards
• Refill and maintain supplies (soap, sanitizer, paper products, etc.) in restrooms and public areas
• Report maintenance issues (e.g., damaged fixtures, leaks, safety hazards) to the appropriate department
• Follow daily cleaning schedules, assignments, and priorities as directed by supervisors
• Use and maintain cleaning equipment (mops, auto-scrubbers, vacuums, carts) safely and correctly
• Maintain accurate documentation as required for specialized cleaning tasks or infection control logs
• Provide helpful, courteous assistance to patients, visitors, and staff within the boundaries of the role

Credentials (Certificates, Licences, Memberships, Courses)

• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate required or willingness to obtain shortly after hire
• Any additional infection control or environmental services training is an asset

Experience and Specialization

• Specialization or experience:
  • Specialized environmental skills and knowledge in healthcare, such as isolation room cleaning, terminal cleaning, and correct disinfectant use

Additional Information – Security and Safety

• Criminal record check required
• Compliance with hospital policies, privacy rules, and health and safety regulations

Transportation/Travel Information

• Valid driver’s licence required
• Ability to travel to and from the facility reliably for rotating shifts (local transportation arrangements are the responsibility of the employee)

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Ability to work independently after training, while also contributing to a team environment
• Fast-paced environment with shifting priorities based on patient and clinical needs
• Work under pressure to complete cleaning tasks within set time frames, including quick turnarounds for patient rooms
• Physically demanding role with frequent lifting, pushing, and pulling of equipment and supply carts (up to 13.5 kg / 30 lbs)
• Standing and walking for extended periods over the course of a shift
• Bending, crouching, reaching, and stretching throughout the day while cleaning various surfaces and fixtures
• Continuous need for attention to detail to meet cleanliness and infection control standards

Own Tools/Equipment

• Uniform required (typically provided or specified by the employer as per policy)
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) provided by employer as per occupational health and safety requirements

Personal Suitability

• Punctuality; consistently arrives on time and is ready to work scheduled shifts
• Strong client focus; understands that cleanliness directly supports patient safety and comfort
• Dependability and reliability; follows instructions, completes tasks, and maintains confidentiality
• Efficient interpersonal skills; able to interact respectfully with patients, visitors, and staff
• Excellent oral communication; can receive instructions clearly and communicate any concerns to supervisors
• Initiative; takes proactive steps to address issues (spillages, hazards, supply shortages) without waiting to be asked
• Strong reliability and sense of responsibility for assigned areas and tasks
• Team player who works cooperatively with colleagues and supports a positive work environment
• Values and ethics; conducts all duties with honesty, integrity, and respect for hospital policies and patient privacy
• High standard of personal hygiene and professional appearance

Benefits

• Health Benefits:
  • Dental plan
  • Health care plan
  • Disability benefits
  • Paramedical services coverage (e.g., certain therapies as per plan)
  • Vision care benefits
• Financial Benefits (as per collective agreement):
  • Bonus (where applicable under policy)
  • Group insurance benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Night shift premium
  • Pension plan
• Long-Term Benefits:
  • Long-term care insurance
  • Maternity and parental benefits (in accordance with policy and legislation)
• Other Benefits:
  • Learning/training paid by employer (e.g., ongoing education, in-service training)
  • Parking available
  • Travel insurance (per employer policy)
  • Wellness program and access to certain staff wellness initiatives

Who Can Apply to This Job?

• Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and temporary residents of Canada
• Candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit
• International candidates who may require LMIA sponsorship and who meet language, education, experience, and other eligibility requirements under Canadian immigration programs

How to Apply
Online: Apply on Company’s Website