LAUNDRY WORKER III

2025-01-30 | Northern Health | Prince Rupert | BC | Canada

Perks & Benefits:

Location:
Prince Rupert, BC V8J 2A6
Privileges:
  • Dental care
  • Extended health care
  • Municipal pension plan
Position Summary
We are currently looking for a hard working and dedicated Laundry Worker to fill a Casual position at the Prince Rupert Regional Hospital.

In accordance with established vision and values of the organization and working within the scope of Regional Northern Health Policies and Processes, the Laundry Worker III operates non-domestic laundry equipment such as washers/tunnel washers, extractors, dryers, etc. and provides supervision to designated Laundry Workers by performing duties such as scheduling and coordinating work assignments and determining related training and orientation requirements.

Prince Rupert Regional Hospital is a 24-bed facility that sees an average of 22,000 ER visits per year. It is a fully equipped facility with Medical Imaging, Laboratory, ICU, ER and Maternity. Services include:
  • Acute Care
  • Internal medicine
  • Internal Medicine
  • Ultrasound
  • CT scans
  • Surgery
  • Emergency department
  • Extended care
  • Pediatrics
  • Radiology
  • Obstetrics
  • Gynecology
Additional services such as Diabetes Education, Healthy Heart and Rehabilitation, Podiatry, Orthopedics, and other visiting specialists.

Prince Rupert is a marine-based port city with one-of-a-kind wilderness exploration and wildlife viewing experiences on northwest BC’s Pacific Coast. It’s also a popular stop on various Alaskan cruises. Located 721 km (447 miles) west of Prince George on Highway 16, Prince Rupert is the land, air, and water transportation hub of British Columbia’s North Coast, and home to 13,500 people. The city sits at the mouth of the Skeena River, surrounded by Chatham Sound and many small, uninhabited islands. The area is perfect for exploring and discovering the fascinating history and customs of local First Nations people. Prince Rupert is recognized as one of the world’s largest and leading ports and port facility expansion in the area ensures a multitude of economic opportunities now and in the future. Check out more on Prince Rupert, known as the halibut capital of the world.

What Northern Health has to offer you!
  • Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
  • Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
  • Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
  • Employee referral program
  • Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
  • Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
  • “Loan Forgiveness Programs” are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions

IMPORTANT NOTE:
As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:
  • Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
  • Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position.
Examples may include:
  • Program certificates or diplomas
  • High school/college/university transcripts etc.
  • It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume

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Qualifications
  • Grade 10, plus two years' 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.
  • Some knowledge of washing ingredients.

Who we are
Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation’s communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.
Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.
There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.
Comments

Competition #:

05678860

Employee Type:

CASUAL

Bargaining Unit:

HEU

Facility:

PR REGIONAL HOSPITAL

Location:

Prince Rupert, BC

Department:

PRR LAUNDRY + LINEN

Reports To:

MANAGER OR DESIGNATE

Hourly Wage:

$26.18

Close Date:

FEBRUARY 05, 2025



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