APPLICANTS MUST APPLY VIA OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.SHAWNIGAN.CA/CAREERS

Shawnigan Lake School is seeking a Housekeeper and Laundry Attendant to work with our Operations team in providing comprehensive housekeeping services and specialized care in laundering clothes and linens for the School.
This is a full-time position offering a wage of $24.31 per hour, plus a full benefits package, RRSP with employer-matched contributions, flexible work environment, and a nurturing family-friendly workplace.

REQUIREMENTS

· High school diploma or equivalent is preferred
· Previous experience in a custodial or laundry role, preferably within a boarding school or similar environment, is an asset
· Working knowledge of cleaning and laundry products, procedures, and equipment
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team with a strong sense of initiative and organization
· Self-motivated, with the ability to deal with minor problems or variances to routine
· Proven record of professionalism, dependability, and attention to detail
· Good interpersonal and communication skills
· Able to use discretion and maintain strict confidentiality
· A high level of fitness and stamina, with the capability to consistently meet the physical demands of the position
· Able to perform manual tasks through long periods of standing, lifting, bending, kneeling, twisting, reaching, and grasping
· Capable of repetitive motions (e.g. vacuuming, mopping) and lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling loads up to 30 lbs
· Previous experience working with children, grades 8 – 12 an asset
· Current WHMIS certification an asset

This role will work as a member of our Housekeeping and Laundry teams. Flexibility is key as day to day duties will fluctuate based on the operational needs of the School.
Housekeeping Duties:
· Maintain the cleanliness of student residences and other campus buildings, including common areas, student rooms, washrooms, and offices
· Perform custodial tasks such as sweeping, scrubbing, mopping, polishing, and vacuuming floors and various surfaces
· Dust and polish furniture, fixtures, and fittings
· Deep clean and sanitize
· Make beds, change linens, and tidy rooms as required
· Monitor, retrieve, and dispose of waste and recyclables
· Maintain cleanliness of cleaning supply areas, restock custodial supplies and report any maintenance issues or safety hazards
· Other housekeeping duties as assigned
· Sort, wash, dry, and fold student laundry, athletic uniforms, kitchen and housekeeping linens, and other items
· Operate and maintain laundry equipment, including washers, dryers, irons, and a shirt press
· Perform sewing, name tagging, and heat pressing as required
· Ensure student laundry is handled and kept separate from other students’ items
· Maintain a safe and clean laundry area by performing tasks such as daily dryer vacuuming and regular floor mopping
· Other laundry duties as assigned
· Provide a compassionate and supportive presence for students, modeling the school’s core values of Curiosity, Compassion, Community, and Courage
· Act as a point of contact for students, teachers, and parents with a professional demeanor
· If assigned to work in a dorm:
· Liaise with House Director(s) on internal housekeeping issues
· Support the House Director(s) in the implementation of directives and strict adherence to House policies, rules, and protocols
· Report all concerns regarding the physical and mental wellbeing of students to the House Director(s)