Laundry Aide

Old Southwest Health; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare services company is seeking a Laundry Aide to operate laundry equipment and maintain cleanliness standards. The role involves sorting, folding, and ensuring quality control of linens. Ideal candidates will have attention to detail and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a high production laundry is preferred.
• Ability to understand and apply guidelines, policies, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Receives and sorts soiled linen into designated classifications.
• Operates flatwork ironer and folds linen following standards.
• Maintains cleanliness, organization, and maintenance of the work area.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Multi-tasking

Effective Communication

Organization

Job description

Eastern Health Care Services takes the quality and service of Dietary & Housekeeping Departments in health care facilities to the next level. Here is a chance to advance your career with a cutting-edge company and industry leader. If you are looking for an exciting and challenging career opportunity in hospitality services for the healthcare industry, then Eastern Healthcare Services could be for you.

The Laundry Aide is required to operate laundry equipment related to the finishing of flatwork and tumble-dried goods. The Laundry Worker cleans and maintains assigned areas to meet customer and client satisfaction. Additionally, the Laundry Worker is required to fold, maintain, and provide cleaned linen to operations.

Job Responsibilities

1. Receives and sorts soiled linen into designated classifications.
2. Operates automatic cart washer, as required. Removes linen carts from cart washer exit.
3. Operates flatwork ironer, small piece folders, and folds linen following predetermined standards. Processes specialty items.
4. Responsible for quality control.
5. Ensures linens meet the quality expectations designated by specific customers. Any questions or issues should be referred to the lead or supervisor.
6. Identifies each linen distribution cart with proper labels and tags, covering all linen carts prior to transport.
7. Folds and stores linen to maintain cleanliness standards.
8. Assists truck driver in loading linen and/or materials on the truck.
9. Informs the lead or supervisor about par level or quantity of supplies.
10. Maintains cleanliness, organization, and maintenance of the work area.

At EHG, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and customers. Job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

1. Previous experience in a high production laundry is preferred.
2. Ability to work as a team member, creating and maintaining effective working relationships.
3. Strong attention to detail.
4. Ability to multi-task.
5. Ability to understand and apply guidelines, policies, and procedures.
6. Effective verbal communication skills.
7. Ability to operate related equipment.
8. Good organizational skills.