Laundry Extractor/Aide

The Lake of the Woods District Hospital is looking to hire a Laundry Extractor/ Aide! For more information please see details below!

Why Work with LWDH? In this position, there are many benefits to joining our team:

  • Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan enrolment, one of Canada’s largest defined benefit
  • pension plans that includes inflation protections, survivor benefits, buyback options, and early retirement
  • Pay in lieu of vacation and benefits provided
  • A third party partnered, self-directed and initiated benefits package through Health Care
  • Providers (HCP) Group Insurance is provided that includes customizable health and dental plans, life insurance, long-term disability benefits (LTD), and accidental death, disease and dismemberment (ADD&D) based on package eligibility
  • Access to staff physiotherapy, onsite gym, Employee Assistance Program, staff wellness initiatives, and much more!

 

Employer Name: Lake of the Woods District Hospital
City: Kenora
Province: Ontario
Postal Code: P9N 3W7
Application Deadline: December 27, 2024
Hours of Work: Part Time, Permanent 0.60 FTE
Job Type: Part-Time
Wages: LDYAD: $25.5424 to $26.2536; LDYEX: $27.1770 to $28.2029 per hour, As per CUPE LOCAL 822 Collective Agreement

Duties of this LEAP Job Posting:

The Laundry Extractor/Aide is responsible for processing soiled and clean linens and laundry from the hospital. They will also be responsible to do laundry counts for the floors and assist in the delivery of items. The Laundry Extractor/Aide will be required to drive and deliver the items from the plant to the hospital several times each day.

If this opportunity sounds like a great fit for you and you meet most of the essential qualifications we are looking for, we encourage you to apply and provide us more details about why you think you would be a great fit. We cannot make any promises, but we will consider your qualifications and the potential you bring. LWDH is dedicated to ongoing professional development and continuing education opportunities to enhance skillsets and working experience.

Qualifications for this LEAP Job Posting:
  • Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.
  • Experience with industrial laundry services preferred
  • Valid Ontario Class G Driver’s License
  • Ability to operate large capacity washers, dryers, and finishing equipment
  • Ability to operate one ton box truck/side mirrors
  • Physically able to lift and move (push/pull) heavy carts (lift 20-50 lbs. regularly and up to 75 lbs. on occasion)
  • Ability to tolerate heat and stand for extended periods of time
  • Knowledge of proper safety practices and PPE (personal protective equipment)
  • Annual WHMIS, Standard First Aid and CPR training
  • Ability to adhere to standards of cleanliness to prevent spread of infection
  • Reliable attendance record
How To Apply to this LEAP Job Posting:

Please apply through the online application process via https://lwdh.talentpoolbuilder.com/

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. First consideration will be given to current internal employees of LWDH.

Qualified applicants may be considered for other comparable positions or within the same classification other than this posted position.

Please prepare your application in accordance with the qualifications posted in the job advertisement. Applications will be screened based on the posted qualifications.

LWDH is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion and belongingness in our operations, throughout our workplace, and seeks to employ individuals who are committed to and value these principles.

We believe in and promote the rights of all persons with disabilities as outlined in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA 2005) and its related Accessibility Standards Regulations. To meet this responsibility, LWDH will make appropriate accommodations, including alternative formats available. Please inform Human Resources of any accommodation(s) at any point throughout the recruitment and selection process to ensure your equal participation.

LWDH values the importance of creating a workplace that reflects the population it serves and promotes the representation of the Employment Equity groups as outlined by the Employment Equity Act (1993). Applicants are encouraged to self-declare at the time of application.

For more information or to request an accommodation please contact the Human Resources Department at 807-468-9861 ext. 2393

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