Laundry Full-Time Position at Valley Regional Hospital
Introduction to Nova Scotia Health
Req ID: 162182
Company: Nova Scotia Health
Location: Western Zone, Valley Regional Hospital
Department: FMS Laundry VRH
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100% FTE) x 1 position(s)
Status: CUPE Support Position
Posting Closing Date: 5-Dec-23
Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions.
Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators and creative thinkers today. Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there’s a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you’ll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.
About the Opportunity
To ensure the safe and efficient operation of the department equipment, in accordance with standards, regulations, and department policies; and to ensure the continuous processing of soiled and clean laundry and linen products in the department, so as to provide clean and safe products to be used by the laundry customer.
About You
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
Grade 12/GED or equivalent work experience required.
Knowledge of Infection Control procedures.
Completion of WHMIS training.
Good knowledge of the Infection Control Guidelines as they pertain to an industrial laundry operation. Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred. Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.
Hours: Permanent Full Time – 75 Hours Bi-weeklyCompensation and Incentives: $19.26 – $20.02 Hourly
Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. This is a Support bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position. Preferred candidates must be able to demonstrate proof of primary series of COVID -19 vaccine at time of hire. Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.
Dental care
Disability insurance
Life insurance
What skills and qualities are important for a Laundry?
Running a successful laundry business requires a combination of various skills and qualities. Here’s a list of important skills and qualities for managing a laundry business:
- Technical Skills
- Customer Service
- Time Management
- Business Management
- Hygiene and Safety
- Adaptability
- Leadership and Team Management
- Marketing and Customer Engagement
- Environmental Awareness
- Physical Stamina
- Integrity and Trustworthiness
- Attention to Industry Trends
Who can apply to this job?
The employer accepts applications from:
Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada.
Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.
How to apply: Online application
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What education and certification are required to become a Laundry?
Becoming a professional in the laundry industry typically doesn’t require extensive formal education, but there are certain skills and certifications that can enhance your expertise and career opportunities. The specific education and certification requirements can vary depending on the role you’re aiming for within the laundry business. Here’s a breakdown:
- Entry-Level Laundry Worker
- Laundry Technician
- Laundry Supervisor/Manager
- Dry Cleaning Specialist
- Entrepreneur/Owner of a Laundry Business
