Materials Handler 1 - Linen Services - Regular full-time 2023-231953

We currently have a Regular Full-time opportunity for Material Handler in the Linen Services department at Bayview Campus.

Hours of Work

Weekdays & Alternating Weekends: Days; 8hrs; As per schedule, On-Call & Statutory Holidays Required.

Summary of Duties

• Unload trailer of clean linen and deliver to designated locations
• Collect soiled linen from designated areas and load inside trailer
• Report any missed deliveries from linen supplier
• Replenish linen cart with any surplus linen from units
• Complete labelling of items as required
• Report missed pickup schedules of waste by Waste Hauler
• Collect and transport hazardous and medical waste from Waste Chute areas and other designated areas to Waste Processing room
• Report any equipment that is non-functional
• Provide support to the Environmental Support Services team as required
• Participate and assist with linen and waste management initiatives when required
• Keep linen and waste room clean & tidy
• Be aware of conditions and measures that may affect the safety of employees, patients, students, volunteers, physicians and visitors including but not limited to: compliance with the safety standards of the Hospital and applicable legislation
• Conduct work in a safe manner; observe and practice preventative measures identifying and reporting safety issues
• Attending safety meetings, training, keeping updated with current Hospital standards requirements

Qualifications/Skills

• Completion of Grade 11 education (or recognized equivalent)
• Ability to organize, plan and schedule work to minimize disruption to hospital functions and departments
• Ability to work in an expeditious, safe and structured manner
• Ability to read and write English
• Knowledge and commitment to Occupational Health and Safety in the Workplace
• Must be able to meet the physical demands of the job (e.g. heavy lifting, frequent prolonged standing, walking, pushing, pulling, moving of supplies, considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling and crouching
• Must have excellent manual dexterity and mobility
• Evidence of good attendance, a satisfactory performance history and a discipline-free record required
• Must be able and willing to wear safety shoes and personal protective equipment
• Must have valid driver’s license
• Must have tow motor/forklift license
• Must comply with all hospital Infection Control protocols

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their cover letter and resume (in one document) quoting 231953 to:

Human Resources

Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre

To apply, please click "Apply for Position" at the bottom of this page.