Laundry

Alberta Health Services; Town of Barrhead; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services in Barrhead is seeking a Laundry staff member to transport, prepare and wash soiled linen and distribute clean linen and apparel. You will fold, repair, press, stack and store linen supplies, sort and weigh soiled linen, and operate washing and drying equipment.

The role requires standing for long periods, lifting up to 25 lbs, pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs, and using computers and smartphones for record-keeping. Training in Laundry Chemicals is preferred.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 10 or equivalent.
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods and lift up to 25 lbs.
• Push/pull up to 50 lbs and operate laundry carts.
• Knowledge of computers and smartphones.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).

Responsibilities

• Operate laundry equipment and transport soiled and clean linen.
• Sort, weigh and record soiled linen and apparel.
• Inspect clean linen for damages and rewash or discard as needed.
• Perform pH and titration testing.
• Monitor safety and report hazards to supervisor.
• Coordinate with supervisor on quotas and equipment issues.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

Grade 10 or equivalent

Job description

Your Opportunity:

This Laundry position will be required to operate all commercial laundry equipment as well as transport soiled and clean linen. Transport, sort, weigh and record soiled linen and apparel for processing. Sorts and folds clean linen and apparel. Inspects clean linen for damages and stains and identifies items for repair, rewash or discard. Performs PH and Titration testing. Check and maintain laundry chemical levels and replace as necessary. Perform regular safety inspections and identify potential hazards. Make recommendations on required laundry supplies. Communicates to the supervisor any requested quota changes, linen shortages and equipment problems.

Description:

As a Laundry staff, you will be responsible for transporting, preparing and washing soiled linen and distributing clean linen and apparel. Your typical duties may include folding, repairing, pressing, stacking and storing linen supplies and apparel; sorting and weighing soiled linen; loading, unloading and operating washing and drying equipment; preparing surgical textile packs; monitoring and adjusting workflow and volume to maximize equipment utilization. You will ensure equipment is working properly, report potential hazards to your Working Leader and you may also provide training or orientation to Environmental or Laundry staff.

Classification: Laundry Union: AUPE GSS Unit and Program: Linen & Environmental Services Primary Location: Barrhead Healthcare Ctr Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.60 Posting End Date: 06-NOV-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temporary Part Time Date Available: 16-NOV-2026 Temporary End Date: 22-FEB-2027 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 2 Shifts per cycle: 6 Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, On Call Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $21.92 Maximum Salary: $23.97 Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Provided

Required Qualifications:

Completion of Grade 10 or equivalent. Knowledge and operation of computers and smartphones. Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time and perform repetitive movements for the duration of your shift. Physically capable to lift up to 25 lbs and push and pull up to 50 lbs of force.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Completion of Laundry Chemical or equivalent courses preferred. Industrial Laundry experience preferred. Good interpersonal skills required. Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written format. Physical Effort/Strength Required: Pushing and pulling of laundry carts. Standing for the majority of the shift. Repetitive hand and arm motion. Regular forward bending and reaching. Valid non restricted advanced class 5 license and clean drivers abstract

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous laundry experience would be considered an asset.