DSHS WSH Laundry Worker 2
State of Washington
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Job summary
State of Washington, DSHS WSH, is hiring a Laundry Worker 2 to support Western State Hospital in Lakewood, WA. You will coordinate and perform all phases of institutional laundry operations, ensuring linens and textiles are cleaned, processed, and distributed according to quality standards.
Infection control and safety protocols are essential; PPE is used properly, and inventory/records are maintained accurately.
Qualifications
- Knowledge of commercial laundry operations, equipment, chemicals and safety procedures.
- Ability to operate washers, dryers, extractors, ironers and folding equipment.
- Ability to sort, wash, dry, iron, fold and distribute linens and clothing accurately.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and learn new procedures.
- Strong attention to detail with accurate inventory/production records.
- Effective verbal and interpersonal communication with staff, residents and customers.
- Positive, patient, and respectful teamwork.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and perform all phases of institutional laundry operations to quality/production standards.
- Operate washers, dryers, ironers, cross-folding machines, conveyors and folding equipment.
- Sort, process, wash, dry, fold, iron and distribute linens and resident clothing.
- Follow infection control, PPE, and safety protocols with proper chemical handling.
- Maintain inventory records and verify laundry poundage; fulfill linen requests.
- Monitor equipment and facilities; submit maintenance requests as needed.
- Assist with staff training and provide excellent customer service.
Skills
Education
Job description
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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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.
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.
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Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax‑deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long‑term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre‑tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well‑being of employees.
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre‑tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
If you are employed by a government or not‑for‑profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Full‑time and part‑time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full‑time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 non‑overtime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part‑time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro‑rate basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full‑time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Full‑time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full‑time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
Sick leave accruals for part‑time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full‑time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
Full‑time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357‑31‑165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full‑time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 non‑overtime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
Part‑time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357‑31‑165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full‑time employment.
Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
As provided in WAC 357‑58‑175, an employer may authorize a lump‑sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357‑31‑165.
Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
Leave Sharing
Parental Leave
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay
Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
Updated 01-07-2026
- I have six months or more of experience as a Laundry Worker 1, or equivalent, in a large commercial or institutional laundry.
- I have completed a training course in laundry operations and have at least three months of experience as a Laundry Worker 1, or equivalent, in a large commercial or institutional laundry.
- I do not have the required experience or training listed above.
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