Laundry Aide

Sweetwater Care; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care is seeking a dedicated laundry aide to manage the day-to-day washing, drying, folding, and distribution of resident linens, clothing, and textiles. Tasks include sorting by fabric and color, operating laundry equipment, and delivering clean items throughout the facility.

The role emphasizes following infection control procedures and safety guidelines, maintaining organized laundry areas, and reporting any equipment issues or shortages to supervision.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalency preferred.
• Prior laundry, housekeeping, or commercial cleaning experience preferred.
• Ability to follow instructions, work independently, and complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.
• Must be able to read labels, follow safety instructions, and use laundry equipment and cleaning chemicals.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of laundry duties to ensure resident clothing, linens, towels, and other washable items are cleaned and maintained in a sanitary, safe, and orderly condition.
• Receives assignments from supervisor and follows laundry schedules and procedures, including collecting, sorting, washing, drying, folding, hanging, labeling, and distributing laundry items.
• Collects soiled linens and resident clothing from designated areas while following infection control procedures.
• Sorts laundry by type, color, fabric, soil level, and washing requirements; ensures items are returned to the correct resident or department.
• Operates washers, dryers, and laundry equipment safely; cleans lint traps, dryer vents, and equipment.
• Folds, stacks, hangs, and stores clean linens and resident clothing; delivers laundry to resident rooms and designated areas.
• Reports damaged items, missing items, or equipment issues to the supervisor.
• Maintains laundry rooms and storage areas in a clean, organized, sanitary condition.
• Follows facility infection control, chemical use, resident rights, confidentiality, safety policies; other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Time management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Description

Performs day-to-day laundry services in accordance with current Federal, State, and Local standards, guidelines, and regulations governing our facility, and as may be directed by the Administrator and/or supervisor. Responsible for ensuring that facility linens, resident clothing, and other washable items are cleaned, dried, folded, sorted, and distributed in a timely, sanitary, and organized manner to help maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for residents.

Pay: $14-$16/hr.

Shifts:
1 PM to 9 PM every Friday and Saturday
5 AM to 1 PM every other Saturday and Sunday

Principal Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of laundry duties to ensure resident clothing, linens, towels, blankets, and other washable items are cleaned and maintained in a sanitary, safe, and orderly condition.


• Receives assignments from supervisor and follows laundry schedules and procedures as outlined for the laundry department, including collecting, sorting, washing, drying, folding, hanging, labeling, and distributing laundry items.


• Collects soiled linens and resident clothing from designated areas while following infection control procedures and properly handling contaminated or hazardous materials.


• Sorts laundry by type, color, fabric, soil level, and washing requirements; ensures resident personal items are handled carefully and returned to the correct resident or department.


• Operates washers, dryers, and other laundry equipment in a safe and appropriate manner; cleans lint traps, dryer vents, and laundry equipment as assigned.


• Folds, stacks, hangs, and stores clean linens and resident clothing in designated areas; delivers clean laundry to resident rooms, linen closets, nursing units, and other assigned areas.


• Reports damaged clothing, missing items, equipment issues, supply needs, unsafe conditions, or concerns regarding laundry services to the supervisor.


• Maintains laundry rooms, carts, storage areas, and work areas in a clean, organized, and sanitary condition.


• Follows facility policies and procedures related to infection control, chemical use, resident rights, confidentiality, safety, and proper handling of personal belongings.


• Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalency preferred.


• Prior laundry, housekeeping, or commercial cleaning experience preferred.


• Ability to follow instructions, work independently, and complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.


• Must be able to read labels, follow safety instructions, and properly use laundry equipment and cleaning chemicals.


• Experience in a skilled nursing facility, healthcare facility, hotel, or commercial laundry setting preferred but not required.

Affirmative Action Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We actively seek to recruit, hire, and promote individuals from all backgrounds, including but not limited to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. We are proud to be an affirmative action employer and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act, it is the policy of the facility to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Administrator.