Healthcare Laundry Aide & Linen Specialist

State of Georgia; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Regional Hospital - Atlanta, part of the Georgia State Government, is seeking a Laundry Attendant to perform routine housekeeping and laundry duties to maintain a clean, sanitary environment for patients and staff.

Under supervision, you will operate laundry equipment, handle linens, and ensure proper distribution while following safety and infection-control guidelines. Prior experience in healthcare laundry is preferred, and a valid driver’s license may be required in some shifts.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in housekeeping or a related area, or at the Housekeeper 1 level.
• Experience in a commercial, institutional, hospital, healthcare, or large-scale laundry environment preferred.
• Experience operating commercial laundry equipment and knowledge of sanitation procedures.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and established procedures.

Responsibilities

• Collect soiled linens, clothing, towels, and other washable items from designated areas.
• Sort laundry by fabric type, color, and soil level.
• Operate commercial washers, dryers, and related laundry equipment safely.
• Measure and use detergents, disinfectants, and cleaning products per guidelines.
• Fold, organize, label, and distribute clean linens and clothing to appropriate areas.
• Maintain inventory of linens and laundry supplies and report shortages.
• Inspect items for stains, damage, or wear and remove unsuitable items.
• Keep laundry work areas and equipment clean and sanitary.
• Follow infection-control, sanitation, safety, and hazardous-material handling procedures.
• Report equipment malfunctions or unsafe conditions to supervision.
• Maintain separation of clean and soiled laundry to prevent contamination.
• Provide courteous and professional service when interacting with staff and facility personnel.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Tools

Laundry equipment

Job description

Georgia Regional Hospital - Atlanta, part of the Georgia State Government, is seeking a Laundry Attendant to perform routine housekeeping and laundry duties to maintain a clean, sanitary environment for patients and staff.

Under supervision, you will operate laundry equipment, handle linens, and ensure proper distribution while following safety and infection-control guidelines. Prior experience in healthcare laundry is preferred, and a valid driver’s license may be required in some shifts.