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Linen Services

AHS Employees

Personalized laundry care for residents

Linen Services are responsible for the collection and preparation of soiled linens for processing and the operation of laundry equipment for washing and drying linens.

They are also involved with the inventorying and supply of linens to user departments.

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Compensation


$18.36 - $21.93 per hour

Other benefits

Education


Grade 10 or equivalent

Registration


Not required

Duties

  • Cleaning, sorting, folding, and repairing soiled laundry, linens, and apparel
  • Perform safety inspections and pH and titration tests
  • Operate washers, dryers, flatwork ironers, presses, and sewing machines
  • Keep departmental records like number of loads, pounds processed, linen used by each unit
  • Recommend required laundry supplies and communicate any requested quota changes or linen shortages by the user departments

Make a Difference

  • Help ensure fabrics in AHS facilities are clean, sanitized, and ready for staff and patient use
  • Keep linens, uniforms, and other fabrics clean, stain-free, and in good repair
  • Improve experience for patients, families, volunteers, and staff

Work Collaboratively

  • Work with other members of the laundry team, managers, administrative, and healthcare staff
  • May at times interact with patients, families, or visitors
  • Work in a variety of facilities including hospitals, medical centres, and continuing care facilities

Grow Your Career

  • Additional training and education
  • Working leader, supervisor, or manager
  • Healthcare leadership and management
  • Health system administration

Additional Information

To learn more about a career as a laundry worker in our province visit Alberta Learning Information Services (ALIS).