Zone: Central Zone
Location: GAN - Gander Long Term Care, Gander
Laundry Worker III
Central Zone - P3 GAN Laundry
Temporary Part-time (Approximately 6 months)
44566RP1
Hours 15 (8 hours, Shift Work; Evenings)
Salary CG19 (CAD20.45 - CAD22.07 per hour)
Competition Number VAC0005047
Posted Date 2024-12-12
Closing Date 2024-12-19
Demands, duties, qualifications
Definition of Work:
Work involves sorting soiled linens, loading and unloading washer/extractors, operating of the chemical dispensing system and replenishing laundry chemicals. The successful candidate must demonstrate an awareness of and be responsible for promoting and supporting person-and family-centered care, demonstrate a commitment to safety and partner with all team members to improve worker and patient safety by integrating safety into work practices, identifying risks and implementing improvements.
Physical Demands:
• By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):
• Regularly and moves/lifts 25-50lbs. Occasionally lifts/moves 50+lbs. Pushing/Pulling with Light to Medium forces (11-44lbsF)
• Constantly stands/ walks. Walking up to 500m may be required multiple times daily.
• Work regularly involves reaching/stretching, bending/twisting and bouts of low-level postures (kneeling/crouching/stooping).
• Potential for exposure to blood, bodily fluids and/or other contagion.
• Work Environments present potential for exposure to scented/chemical products and/or other allergens within publicly accessible areas. Working alone may occur at times.
• Certain work environments present exposure to loud noises; personal protective equipment is required for specific areas.
Required qualifications:
• Graduation from high school with a diploma recognized by the Newfoundland and Labrador Department of Education and Early Childhood Development.
• Demonstrated experience in laundry methods, procedures and equipment.
• Consistent demonstration of NLHS core values; Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence (I CARE).
• A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required for this position.
• A satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from the RCMP or local police authority.