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General Worker Janitor/ Laundry GW

Full-time

R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home

Competition #:490-10-09-01-06-26

Job Title: General Worker Janitor/ Laundry GW

Dept.: Environmental Services

Start Date: Immediately

Posted Date: September 1, 2026

Close Date: Open until filled

Reg/Temp: Temporary

Full/Part: Casual

(Subject to change)

Applications accepted until 4:00 PM on the Closing Date

Opening Statement

The R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home is a Long-Term Care Home to 137 Residents and employs 290- 300 staff in various Departments.

-GW - Janitor - Shifts

Qualifications/Skills Required

Must have a valid Nova Scotia Driver's License. Good physical health, ability to work independently and with others, ability to follow verbal and written instructions, ability to learn the operation of equipment, ability to perform repetitive tasks, and ability to work in a warm congested area. Grade 12 Education. Must have a good working knowledge of janitorial and floor care. Regular and consistent attendance is essential.

Training/Work Experience:

Work experience in floor maintenance i.e., vacuuming, washing, wax, and buffing, safety procedures with garbage deposal, ground maintenance, i.e., lawn tractor, salt, etc.

-GW - Laundry - Shifts

The General Worker (Laundry) is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the heavy laundry equipment in the cleaning of all types of linens, clothes, etc.

Education/Training/Experience

Good physical health, ability to work independently and with others, ability to follow verbal and written instructions, ability to learn the operation of equipment, ability to perform repetitive tasks. Grade 12 Education, experience in laundry preferred, but not required.

Please refer to the General Worker (Janitor) or General Worker Landry Job Descriptions located on the R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home Website

Hours of Work

Days/Weekends 8am-4/7 am - 3 pm/6am-2pm (subject to change) hours may flex as need arises.

Salary

GW Janitor $20.4811-20.8080/hr. GW Laundry WP $120.6906-21.0238/hr. (based on experience)

Benefits

Pension - NA

Vacation, holiday - % as per Dept of Labor Guidelines

Sick Benefits - NA

Health Benefits - NA (undetermined end date)

Closing Statement

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those Applicants selected for an interview to be contacted. Interviews held within two weeks of closing date. The R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home is proud to provide a smoke free and scent free environment. The R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home is committed to upholding the Human Rights of all R.K MacDonald employees, including the right of all people to enjoy a physically and psychologically safe work environment; the right of all people to just and favorable terms of employment; and the right of all people to be respected and valued for their differences with equitable opportunities and outcomes in an inclusive environment where all can thrive. To apply: Internal applicants can apply via Internal Application Form, all External Applicants: to ensure fairness and tracking, applications will only be accepted online. In-person/onsite resume drop-ins will not be accepted. Apply by quoting the Competition # you are interested in, attach resume/cover letter and proof of eligibility to work in Canada, for applicants who are not Canadian Citizens to View email address on jobs.swagapp.com . Thank you for your interest in the R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home

Disclaimer: Please refer to nursing home website for complete job posting

Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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