Laundry Aide - Compassionate Care & Fresh Linens

Shannex Incorporated; Bedford; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension plan

Vacation accrual

Free onsite parking

WorkPerks discounts

Education opportunities

Recognition programs

Job summary

Shannex Incorporated in Bedford, Nova Scotia is seeking a friendly Laundry Aide to support our DePaul Hall Enhanced Care team. You will sort, wash, dry, and deliver linen, ensure correct handling of resident clothing, and maintain a clean laundry area.

The role requires basic garment and linen care knowledge, operation of commercial laundry equipment, and adherence to infection prevention practices. Previous LTC experience is a plus, hospitality mindset valued.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent education.
• Knowledge of infection prevention and control practices.
• Knowledge of basic garment and linen care.
• Operation of commercial laundry equipment.
• First Aid and CPR certification considered an asset.
• Previous experience working in a retirement living or long-term care facility an asset.

Responsibilities

• Sorts laundry into appropriate piles and selects washing/drying cycles.
• Operates washing machine and loads/deloads laundry.
• Operates dryer and extractor; manages drying levels.
• Sorts clean laundry and tracks linen for each area.
• Delivers cleaned laundry to resident areas using carts.
• Checks for tears or repairs and flags items needing maintenance.
• Maintains cleanliness of the laundry area and work surfaces.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Standing for extended periods; reading documentation; lifting up to 50 lb.

Skills

Infection prevention and control

Garment and linen care

Operation of laundry equipment

Education

High School diploma or equivalent education

Tools

Commercial laundry equipment

Job description

Shannex Incorporated in Bedford, Nova Scotia is seeking a friendly Laundry Aide to support our DePaul Hall Enhanced Care team. You will sort, wash, dry, and deliver linen, ensure correct handling of resident clothing, and maintain a clean laundry area.

The role requires basic garment and linen care knowledge, operation of commercial laundry equipment, and adherence to infection prevention practices. Previous LTC experience is a plus, hospitality mindset valued.