DSHS WSH Laundry Worker 2

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5% premium pay for on-site schedule

Job summary

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services invites applications for a Laundry Worker 2 at Western State Hospital in Lakewood, WA. The role coordinates all phases of institutional laundry, operates washers, dryers, and folding equipment, and ensures clean linens are delivered efficiently while following infection control and safety procedures.

You will maintain inventories, fulfill linen requests, and support staff training while providing quality customer service in a hospital

Qualifications

• Experience in institutional or commercial laundry settings preferred.
• Ability to safely operate washers, dryers, and folding equipment.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain inventory records.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and perform all phases of institutional laundry operations.
• Operate commercial laundry equipment.
• Sort, process, wash, dry, iron, and distribute linens and clothing.
• Follow infection control and safety protocols, including PPE use.
• Maintain inventory records and timely delivery of clean textiles.
• Monitor equipment and assist with staff training.

Skills

Laundry operations

Equipment operation

Inventory management

PPE safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

DSHS WSH - Laundry Worker 2

Join our team as a Laundry Worker 2 supporting the laundry operations at Western State Hospital in Lakewood, WA.

In this essential role, you will help coordinate and perform all phases of laundry services, from processing and restoring soiled textiles to distributing clean linens and clothing throughout our facilities. Your work directly supports the health, safety, comfort, and daily care needs of residents, patients, and staff by ensuring high-quality laundry services are delivered efficiently, accurately, and in accordance with infection-control and safety standards.

Some Of What You'll Do

• Coordinate and perform all phases of institutional laundry operations, ensuring linens and textiles are cleaned, processed, and distributed according to established quality and production standards.
• Operate commercial laundry equipment, including washers, dryers, ironers, cross-folding machines, conveyors, and small-piece folding equipment.
• Sort, process, wash, dry, fold, iron, and distribute institutional linens and resident clothing while maintaining accuracy and efficiency.
• Follow infection control, pandemic response, and safety protocols, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and laundry chemicals.
• Maintain inventory records, verify laundry poundage, fulfill linen and supply requests, and ensure timely delivery of clean textiles to customer areas.
• Monitor equipment and facility conditions, submit maintenance requests as needed, and assist in maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment.
• Support operational success by assisting with staff training, providing excellent customer service, and performing other duties as assigned.

Desired skills, knowledge, and abilities:

• Knowledge of commercial laundry operations, equipment, chemicals, and safety procedures.
• Ability to safely operate washers, dryers, extractors, ironers, folding equipment, and other laundry machinery.
• Ability to sort, wash, dry, iron, fold, bundle, and distribute linens and clothing accurately and efficiently.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, learn new procedures, and adapt to changing operational needs.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate inventory and production records.
• Effective verbal and interpersonal communication skills with supervisors, coworkers, residents, patients, and customers.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships while demonstrating patience, professionalism, and respect toward others.

Who should apply?

Professionals Who Possess One Of The Following

• Six months of experience as a Laundry Worker 1, or equivalent, in a large commercial or institutional laundry setting OR
• Completion of a recognized training course in laundry operations and three months of experience as a Laundry Worker 1, or equivalent, in a large commercial or institutional laundry setting.

Additional information:

• Work schedule: 5:30 AM - 2:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
• 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.
• Pierce County employees are eligible to receive an Orca Card for transportation needs.

Questions?

Please reach out to DSHS Recruiter Ricky Luna at [e-mail] and reference job number #05935.

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.

Supplemental Information

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 [phone]. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.

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