Laundry Aide Casual Queens Garden

AgeCare; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in long-term care, AgeCare, seeks a Laundry Aide to manage laundry operations and maintain hygiene standards for residents. This role is crucial in ensuring comfort and cleanliness for the residents, requiring attention to detail and good organizational skills. Candidates should have experience in laundry operations and a respectful approach to serving seniors.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a laundry operation is preferred.
• Understanding of good laundry practices.
• Must be able to read, write and follow oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Sorts and separates laundry items according to requirements.
• Operates machines and performs simple mending and repairs.
• Maintains a clean work area and manages supplies.

Skills

Laundry techniques

Attention to detail

Organization

Education

Grade 12 Diploma

Job description

About Us

At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents' homes, and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and person-centered environment. Working in long-term care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us.

The Opportunity:

The Laundry Aide performs various laundry duties associated with providing residents with the required laundry service. The Laundry Aide assists in maintaining a safe and secure environment for residents, visitors, and other staff members.

What Is In It For You:

• Sorts and separates items to be laundered in accordance with laundering requirements.
• Operates automatic washing machines, dryers, irons and sewing machine.
• Hand irons and folds/hangs garments after laundering.
• Performs simple mending and repairs.
• Transports laundered garments to appropriate floors.
• Ensures proper identification of all personal clothing.
• Maintains a clean work environment, dusting and washing equipment and shelves as required.
• Maintains appropriate level of supplies (e.g. soap, bleach, fabric softener and thread).
• Cleans work area upon completion of shift.

What You Will Need:

• Previous experience in a laundry operation is preferred.
• Must understand the basics of good laundry techniques/practices.
• A minimum of public-school education is required. Grade 12 Diploma preferred.
• Must be able to read, write and follow oral instructions.

If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!