Housekeeper & Laundry AttendantShawnigan 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 perks package, a flexible work environment, and a nurturing family-friendly workplace.ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIESThis 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 officesPerform custodial tasks such as sweeping, scrubbing, mopping, polishing, and vacuuming floors and various surfacesDust and polish furniture, fixtures, and fittingsDeep clean and sanitizeMake beds, change linens, and tidy rooms as requiredMonitor, retrieve, and dispose of waste and recyclablesMaintain cleanliness of cleaning supply areas, restock custodial supplies and report any maintenance issues or safety hazardsOther housekeeping duties as assignedLaundry Duties:Sort, wash, dry, and fold student laundry, athletic uniforms, kitchen and housekeeping linens, and other itemsOperate and maintain laundry equipment, including washers, dryers, irons, and a shirt pressPerform sewing, name tagging,



and heat pressing as requiredEnsure student laundry is handled and kept separate from other students' itemsMaintain a safe and clean laundry area by performing tasks such as daily dryer vacuuming and regular floor moppingOther laundry duties as assignedPastoral & General Duties:Provide a compassionate and supportive presence for students, modeling the school's core values of Curiosity, Compassion, Community, and CourageAct as a point of contact for students, teachers, and parents with a professional demeanorIf assigned to work in a dorm:Liaise with House Director(s) on internal housekeeping issuesSupport the House Director(s) in the implementation of directives and strict adherence to House policies, rules, and protocolsReport all concerns regarding the physical and mental wellbeing of students to the House Director(s)REQUIREMENTSHigh school diploma or equivalent is preferredPrevious experience in a custodial or laundry role, preferably within a boarding school or similar environment, is an assetWorking knowledge of cleaning and laundry products, procedures, and equipmentAbility to work independently and as part of a team with a strong sense of initiative and organizationSelf-motivated, with the ability to deal with minor problems or variances to routineProven record of professionalism, dependability, and attention to detailGood interpersonal and communication skillsAble to use discretion and maintain strict confidentialityA high level of fitness and stamina, with the capability to consistently meet the physical demands of the positionAble to perform manual tasks through long periods of standing, lifting, bending, kneeling, twisting, reaching, and graspingCapable of repetitive motions (e.G. vacuuming, mopping) and lifting, carrying, pushing,



and pulling loads up to 30 lbsPrevious experience working with children, grades 8 – 12 an assetCurrent WHMIS certification an assetFlexible availability is required to work varied shifts. Shifts may be scheduled during daytime or evening hours, seven days per week.OUR SCHOOLShawnigan 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 sectorcriminal 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.

📌 Housekeeper And Laundry Attendant (Canada)
🏢 Shawnigan Lake School
📍 Canada