Laundry Extractor/Aide (Part-time Permanent, 0.60 FTE)

Description

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.

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, an employee perks program, and much more!

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade XII 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

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. 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. LWDH is a proud and active partner in the All Nations Health Partners Ontario Health Team, working collaboratively towards the development of a seamless, patient-centre healthcare system. 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, to request an accommodation, or to report a frequently publicly posted advertised job posting, please contact the Human Resources Department at 807-468-9861 ext. 2393.