Laundry Worker II

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Victoria; On-site; CAD 30,458 - 43,380; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority in Victoria is seeking a Casual Laundry Aide to support resident and patient laundry services. You will help maintain cleanliness, mend and alter garments, and ensure safe handling of items in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

Requirements include Grade 10, a sewing course, and at least one year of recent related laundry experience. Strong communication and physical stamina are essential, with attention to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 completion with sewingcourse, plus one year related laundry experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and speech.
• Ability to deal with others and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and repair of residents' and patients' personal laundry.
• Mend, sew and alter articles such as clothing and transfer belts.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical stamina

Education

Grade 10

Sewing course

Job description

Work Area (FBA Only)

all areas

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

As required/TBD

Days Off

As required

Vacancy Type

Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$26.80 - $26.80

Paid FTE

1.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

NA

Planned Start Date

Aug. 10 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Yes

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), 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.

Maintains cleanliness and repair of residents' and patients' personal laundry; mends, sews and alters articles such as clothing and transfer belts.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 10, completion of a course in sewing, 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 perform the duties of the position.