We are hiring a Permanent Full-Time Laundry Attendant for qathet General Hospital in Powell River. This is not a hotel or industrial laundry facility you will be handling residents’ personal clothing, ensuring each item is properly washed, dried, folded, and returned to the right person, in the right closet. For many residents, having their own clean, familiar clothing is a small but deeply meaningful part of their day.
You will work Tuesday through Saturday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., as part of a stable, supportive team. If you are physically capable, reliable, and take pride in doing things carefully and correctly, this role offers permanent, full-time hours with a company that truly values the work you do.
Company Overview
K-Bro has been in the linen and laundry business since 1954. Today, we are Canada’s largest provider of laundry and linen services, trusted by major hospitals, long-term care homes, and hospitality clients from coast to coast. We operate 13 facilities across Canada and have expanded to the UK, employing over 3,000 people. We are publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: KBL).
But here in Powell River, at qathet General Hospital, we are not a distant corporation we are your neighbours. Our team works on-site, side by side with healthcare staff, to ensure residents and patients receive clean, high-quality linens and properly cared-for personal clothing. If you are looking for a stable, full-time role where your effort directly supports patient comfort and infection control, this is the place.
Key Responsibilities
- Wash, dry, fold, hang, and care for residents’ personal clothing according to individual fabric care requirements and established procedures.
- Label new clothing items clearly and accurately, and deliver finished garments to residents’ designated closets or rooms.
- Safely transfer and manoeuvre laundry carts and large mobile containers between units, handling loads up to 50 pounds.
- Sort, process, and distribute hospital linens including sheets, towels, patient gowns, and surgical scrubs.
- Inspect textiles for stains, damage, or excessive wear, setting aside items requiring repair, replacement, or special treatment.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area, including carts, machines, and storage spaces.
- Respond promptly and courteously to special requests or urgent linen needs from patient care units.
- Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment without compromising quality, accuracy, or infection control standards.
- Follow all health and safety protocols, including proper use of personal protective equipment and chemical handling procedures.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure consistent coverage and smooth workflow throughout each shift.
Qualifications
Required:
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, following established procedures reliably and consistently.
- Physically fit and capable of manoeuvring large mobile containers weighing up to 50 pounds, and standing for extended periods.
- Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English to follow instructions, complete documentation, and communicate with team members and residents.
- Flexible availability to work the posted schedule: Tuesday to Saturday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., including statutory holidays as required.
- Courteous, punctual, responsible, and reliable your team and the residents count on you to show up and deliver.
- Up-to-date immunization status, including Hepatitis A and B, MMR, Influenza, and any other vaccinations required for healthcare settings (mandatory).
- Clean criminal record check (mandatory).
Preferred:
- Previous experience in healthcare laundry, long-term care, or commercial laundry operations is an asset, but not required—we provide hands-on training.
- Familiarity with infection control protocols and proper handling of soiled linens.
- A genuine, patient approach to working with older adults or individuals with complex care needs.
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive hourly wage of $20.61, with permanent full-time status and 40 hours per week.
- Consistent daytime schedule Tuesday to Saturday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. No split shifts, no rotating nights.
- Comprehensive benefits package including dental care, extended health care, vision care, and paid time off.
- Company events and recognition programs that foster a supportive, inclusive workplace culture.
- Meaningful work environment. You are not processing anonymous inventory—you are caring for residents’ personal belongings in a hospital setting.
- Hands-on training and long-term growth opportunities within Canada’s largest healthcare laundry provider.
- Stable, publicly traded employer with over 70 years of industry leadership.
How to Apply
If you are dependable, physically capable, and looking for a permanent full-time role where your work directly supports patient care and comfort, we encourage you to apply.
Please submit your application directly through Glassdoor or Workopolis using the links provided in the job posting.
In your application, be sure to address the following screening questions:
- Are you physically able to manoeuvre large mobile containers weighing up to 50 pounds?
- Are you comfortable with and up-to-date on required vaccinations for healthcare settings?
- Are you available to work Tuesday to Saturday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., including statutory holidays?
We also invite you to visit www.k-brolinen.com to learn more about our company and the essential work we do across Canada.
Due to the volume of applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team.