Laundry Worker 2 / Cleaner - (222615)

Island Health; Alert Bay; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Alert Bay is seeking a dedicated cleaner to perform various heavy cleaning duties, including laundry operations. The ideal candidate should have Grade 10 education and experience in a commercial or industrial setting. Responsibilities also include the proper disposal of waste materials while adhering to safety standards. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the quality and safety of patient care.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 plus one year recent related experience in a commercial or industrial laundry or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of heavy cleaning duties such as wet mopping, waxing and polishing floors.
• Wash walls, windows, and ceilings.
• Collect and dispose of waste materials.
• Collect soiled laundry and perform laundry duties using industrial machines.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability

Equipment operation

Work organization

Education

Grade 10

Job description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Manager or designate, performs a variety of heavy cleaning duties such as wet mopping, waxing and polishing floors, washing walls, windows and ceilings. Collects and disposes of waste materials, collects soiled laundry. Performs laundry duties, using a non-domestic washer and dryer, as assigned.

Qualifications

Grade 10 plus one year recent related experience in a commercial or industrial laundry or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to organize work.