Pomeroy Lodging Laundry Attendant Banff Canadian Rockies

   				
Pomeroy Lodging LP
Banff, AB

Job details
Full-time
5 hours ago
Skills
Heavy lifting
Post-secondary education
Cleaning
Communication skills
Full job description
Laundry Attendant

Rate of Pay: $21.00 per hour

THIS JOB IS LOCATED IN KANANASKIS, AB. SUBSIDIZED STAFF HOUSING IS AVAILABLE.

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The Role:

The Laundry Attendant is responsible for the daily cleaning, processing, and handling of hotel linens, towels, uniforms, and guest laundry. This role ensures all laundry is cleaned to hotel standards, delivered on time, and handled safely and efficiently. The attendant supports smooth laundry operations by maintaining equipment, following procedures, and keeping the work area clean and organized.

Job Duties:

Operational Responsibilities

Sort, wash, dry, fold, and iron linens, towels, uniforms, and guest laundry following established procedures.
Inspect all items for stains, damage, and cleanliness; report missing or damaged items to the Laundry Supervisor.
Ensure proper use and dosage of chemicals, detergents, and equipment according to safety and brand standards.
Load and unload laundry machines safely and efficiently.
Maintain workflow to meet daily production targets and hotel operational needs.
Assist in handling guest laundry, including tagging, washing, drying, pressing, and packaging.
Deliver processed linens to designated storage areas or floors as directed.
Follow proper departmental standards, policies and procedures.
Workplace Cleanliness & Safety

Keep all laundry areas clean, organized, and free of hazards.
Follow all health, safety, and hygiene standards, including chemical-handling and equipment safety procedures.
Report equipment issues, maintenance needs, or safety hazards promptly to the Laundry Supervisor or Manager.
Participate in safety training, including emergency and chemical-handling procedures.
Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Equipment & Inventory Support

Operate all laundry equipment (washers, dryers, ironers, folders) safely and properly.
Perform basic daily care and cleaning of equipment.
Help monitor linen quantities and report shortages or unusual damage.
Assist with linen inventories as required.
Employment Experience and Educational Requirements:

Post-secondary degree or diploma.
Previous laundry or housekeeping experience an asset.
Ability to operate laundry machinery or learn quickly with training.
Good understanding of fabric care and stain treatment.
Ability to follow instructions, work independently, and maintain quality standards.
Basic communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to lift, push, and move heavy loads and stand for long periods.
Ability to work in a warm, fast-paced environment.
Physical Demands:

Ability to stand, walk, and remain on one's feet for the entirety of the shift.
Lifting, carrying and handling heavy loads of laundry, towels and other items. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs. Repetitive lifting laundry in and out of machines.
Must be able to push and pull up to 100 lbs.
Exposure to cleaning chemicals with PPE.
Ability to work flexible shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays.
Amazing Perks:

Annual wage and performance review
Personal days: 5 per year after 90 days of continued full-time employment
Food and Beverage discounts at ALL 6 of our dining outlets
Growth and development opportunities, both personal and professional
Onsite newly-renovated staff accommodations which includes an employee gym
One meal per day in our employee cafeteria (taxable benefit)
Discounts on activities offered through our Activities Committee: Skydiving, Yoga, rafting, to name a few
Shuttle access to Calgary and Canmore
Health and Wellness benefits (some restrictions may apply)
Vacation is accrued starting on your first day of work at a rate of 4% of your earnings
Marriott Destinations membership providing you with discounted room rates and food and beverage discounts at any of Marriott's chain of hotels
Discounted access to our Nordic Spa*
Discounted Ski Pass and Golf rates*
Kananaskis Parks Pass

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