Laundry Assistant

NHC HealthCare, Charleston; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$500 sign on Bonus

Job summary

NHC HealthCare, Charleston is seeking a dedicated Laundry Assistant in Chattanooga, TN. This role involves sorting, loading, and unloading laundry, ensuring cleanliness and following safety protocols. The ideal candidate can read Standard English and operate laundry machinery.

Physical demands include lifting wet laundry (50-75 lbs), being on feet for 7-8 hours, and following center policies. A $500 sign-on bonus is offered for this position, along with the opportunity to work in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read Standard English.
• Must be able to operate standard and commercial laundry machinery.
• Must be able to understand and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Sort dirty laundry, load and unload washing machines and dryers.
• Keep dirty and clean linen separate.
• Check water temperature and clean lint traps.

Skills

Reading Standard English

Operating standard laundry machinery

Following instructions

Job description

Laundry Assistant - $500 sign on Bonus

The position is responsible for sorting dirty laundry, loading and unloading washing machines and dryers, and folding center linens.

Responsible To

Laundry Supervisor, Housekeeping Supervisor.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read Standard English.
• Must be able to operate standard and commercial laundry machinery.
• Must be able to understand and follow instructions.

Physical Demands

• Able to pull and push wet laundry (50 – 75 pounds) from washing machine.
• Able to be on feet 7 – 8 hours per day.
• Able to stoop, kneel, and bend.
• Able to see, hear and communicate adequately to complete job duties and responsibilities.
• Able to lift 30 – 40 pounds frequently.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Report to laundry at the assigned time and gather dirty laundry as instructed.
• Load washers with dirty linens and prepare linen for morning change.
• Keep dirty linen separate from clean linen at all times.
• Check water temperature of each washing machine to be sure it is at least 150°.
• Clean all lint traps in accordance with center policy or at least once per shift.
• Check levels of laundry detergents, softeners and bleach according to center policy.
• Keep floors, walls and equipment clean.
• Remove clean laundry from washer and load dryer, making sure that clean laundry does not touch the floor.
• Operate washing machines and dryers in accordance with manufacturer’s and center’s policy and procedures.
• Remove dry clothes from dryer, fold and store in accordance with center policy.
• Inform supervisor of any problems with equipment so that repairs can be made.
• Shut down all equipment in laundry in accordance with center policy when fire alarm sounds.
• Other duties which may be assigned from time to time.
• Be familiar with and follow all federal, state and center policies and procedures.
• Work safely, following proper procedures when using chemical agents.

EOE