Laundry Assistant

NHC; Cookeville (TN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual for a part-time laundry position. In this role, you will be responsible for sorting, washing, and folding linens, ensuring a clean and organized environment. The position requires physical stamina as you will be on your feet for several hours and handling heavy loads. This is a great opportunity for those who enjoy working in a supportive team and contributing to a clean and efficient operation. If you have a knack for following instructions and enjoy hands-on tasks, this role could be a perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand Standard English is essential.
• Experience with laundry machinery operation is required.

Responsibilities

• Sort and manage dirty laundry, ensuring cleanliness and organization.
• Operate washing machines and dryers according to guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness of laundry area and equipment.

Skills

Reading Standard English

Operating standard and commercial laundry machinery

Following instructions

Job description

Shift: 2nd - Part Time

PURPOSE:

The position is responsible for sorting out dirty laundry, loading and unloading washing machine and dryer 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:

Are determined by the center and may include, but are not limited to the following:

• 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.