DSHS DDA Laundry Worker 2

State of Washington; Selah (WA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5% premium pay for on-site work

Job summary

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services seeks a Laundry Worker 2 at Yakima Valley School Residential Habilitation Center to join a dedicated team maintaining large industrial laundry operations. You will schedule, coordinate, and complete all laundry phases while following safety and pandemic guidelines.

On-site work at least three days a week may qualify for a 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary.

Qualifications

• Minimum six months of experience as Laundry Worker 1 or equivalent.
• Ability to follow written and oral directions.
• Maintain confidentiality of client information.
• Knowledge of commercial laundry equipment.

Responsibilities

• Process linen for the entire institution to the required standard.
• Operate large industrial washers and dryers.
• Prepare outgoing orders and change chemicals as needed.
• Maintain linen room and filing of daily orders.
• Follow pandemic guidelines and safety procedures.
• Assist coworkers and students with laundry tasks.

Skills

Commercial laundry

Verbal communication

Written communication

Confidentiality

Job description

DSHS YVS Laundry Worker 2

Yakima Valley School Residential Habilitation Center is looking for someone who is ready to join a great team to help with the operation of a large industrial laundry facility. In this role you are responsible for scheduling, coordinating, and performing the completion of all phases of laundry activities and washroom operations while following pandemic guidelines. Restoration of soiled textiles, processing of clean and distribution of, to meet the needs of our customers with high-quality textiles in a timely cost-effective manner; join our team.

Opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary.

Some of what you'll do:

• Processes linen for the entire institution to the expected standard of the Appointing Authority, such as performing tasks necessary to the daily decontamination of linen such as sorting, washer, and dryer deck activities as well as processing, folding, and filling outgoing orders
• Operates large commercial washers and dryers
• Change chemicals as needed
• Working in linen room filing daily linen orders
• Must utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure safety
• Follow written and oral directions
• Assist co-workers and students in performing a variety of laundry work

What we're looking for:

• Knowledge of commercial practices, procedures, and equipment
• Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing
• Kind demeanor, treat all clients, staff, and students with dignity and respect
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of clients and personal information

Who should apply?

Professionals with six months of experience as a Laundry Worker 1, or equivalent, in a large commercial or large industrial laundry. Completion of a training course in laundry operations may substitute for three months of the required experience.

The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to support all Washingtonians, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.

Questions?

Please contact [e-mail] OR call Talent Acquisition main line [phone] and reference job number 08647.

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.

Relationship and Reporting Structure (NEPOTISM) Disclosure: If you are selected for hire, you must disclose whether you have a relative, household member, close friend, or romantic partner within your potential supervisory chain of command. DSHS has a Relationships and the Reporting Structure policy that prohibits nepotism and can be reviewed here. Applicants whose appointment would result in a prohibited reporting relationship are not eligible for appointment to that position.