Housekeeper and Laundry Attendant

Housekeeper & Laundry Attendant
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 $25.16 per hour, plus a full benefits package, a flexible work environment, and a nurturing family-friendly workplace.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
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. Shifts may be scheduled during daytime or evening hours, seven days per week.
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
Laundry Duties:
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
Pastoral & General Duties:
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)
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
Flexible availability is required to work varied shifts. Shifts may be scheduled during daytime or evening hours, seven days per week.
OUR SCHOOL
Shawnigan Lake School is a leading independent co-educational boarding school for ages 12-18 (grades 8-12) on Canada’s beautiful west coast. Our world-class facilities situated on a stunning 270-acre campus include ten boarding houses, a theatre, film lab, an observatory, salmon hatchery, rowing crew house on the lake, dance studio, state of the art Learning Commons and Library, recording studio, and robotics lab. Our diverse, inter-disciplinary and innovative programming helps shape the next generation of global leaders.
Shawnigan Lake School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff (and volunteers) to share this commitment. Candidates will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with previous employers and a vulnerable sector criminal record check.
Shawnigan Lake School is an equal opportunity employer committed to establishing an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or any other basis protected by applicable law.
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted. If you are unsuccessful, please accept our appreciation for your interest.

Employment type
Permanent Employee

Work arrangement
No