Laundry Assistant

Sunnyside Communities; Harrisonburg, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental coverage

Tuition assistance

Uniform reimbursement

401(k) plan with company match

On-site wellness center

Job summary

Sunnyside Retirement Community is seeking a Laundry Assistant to provide courteous service and manage all laundry tasks with safety and quality in mind. The role operates 7:00 am–3:30 pm with rotating weekends and a $3 weekend shift differential, and it requires ability to work both independently and in a team.

The position emphasizes accurate record-keeping, proper handling of laundry chemicals, and delivering clean linens to residents while maintaining high standards of care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior experience in Senior Living is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Gather, sort, weigh, load, wash, iron, fold, and deliver items to rooms daily.
• Monitor and sort items for mending; check linen condition.
• Record pounds of laundry service and maintain billing records.
• Operate commercial laundry equipment safely and effectively.
• Report safety issues or equipment malfunctions promptly.

Education

High School diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Description

Starting pay will vary based on job-related skills, experience, and qualifications

Job Status: Full-time

Shift Times: 7:00 am-3:30 pm

Rotating weekends is required, plus a $3.00 shift differential for weekends worked.

Position Overview & General Responsibilities:

The primary responsibility of the Laundry Assistant is to provide stellar customer service and perform all laundry activities with attention to standards of quality, quantity, and safety measures.

• Gather, sort, weigh, load, wash, iron, fold, and deliver items to appropriate rooms daily within time constraints.
• Collect and process laundry and distribute it daily, and ensure resident laundry is sorted and returned correctly.
• Monitor and sort items requiring mending. Check the condition of linens.
• Ability to discern the cleanliness of laundry; detect stains and sort by color, and apply additional treatment if necessary.
• Count and record pounds of laundry service, and maintain accurate records for budgetary purposes.
• Count and record items identified for personal changes; keep accurate records for billing purposes.
• Handle laundry chemicals and solvents safely and keep them stored properly.
• Communicate washing procedures for isolation and special washes.
• Remember names, places, and changes of occupancy among residents to ensure laundry is returned to the appropriate resident or location.
• Operate general laundry equipment safely, including but not limited to commercial washers and dryers, presser machines, weighing scales, and handheld irons.
• Report laundry and maintenance requests by completing the appropriate form within the appropriate time frame. Also, report all unsafe working conditions or equipment malfunctions immediately to the supervisor
• Discern cleanliness of laundry
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred
• Prior experience in Senior Living is preferred
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Physical and Environmental Considerations:

This job operates both indoors and outdoors with normal lighting levels, comfortable temperature ranges, good air quality, ventilation, and moderate noise levels. General housekeeping environment with varying indoor floor surfaces and outdoor surfaces. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is frequently required to stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, push, and pull items weighing 35 lbs or less and occasionally more than 40 lbs. The position requires manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills; and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures. General hazards related to laundry duties. Hazards related to exposure to laundry chemicals and agents. Minimal hazards if safety precautions are followed and personal protective equipment is used when needed. Potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens and other potentially infectious materials while handling and cleaning laundry.

Culture and Work Environment: Join a team you’ll be proud of at Sunnyside Retirement Community, where every team member is encouraged to S.H.I.N.E.: Service Before Self, Hospitality with Heart, Inspiring Excellence, Nothing Less Than the Best, and Enjoy Your Journey.
At Sunnyside, you’ll find flexibility, growth opportunities, and a supportive team culture. Our 150+ acre campus in the Shenandoah Valley offers a welcoming environment for both residents and staff.

In addition to a rewarding career opportunity, we offer an excellent benefits package, including:

Personal Leave
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Vacation Leave
Paid Holidays
Choice of 3 Medical Plans, Including an HSA Option
Prescription Drug Coverage
Dental Coverage
Vision Coverage
Company Paid Life Insurance
Company Paid Short-term Disability Insurance
Company Paid Long-term Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
401(k) Plan with Company Match
Supplemental Life, Accident & Cancer Insurance
Tuition Assistance
Uniform Reimbursement
License Reimbursement
MD Ortho – Free Telemedicine & Direct Orthopedic Services
Garner Health – Expert Doctor Matching & Healthcare Savings
Free membership to our on-site wellness center
On-Site Credit Union
On-Site Hair Salon
On-Site Massage Therapy & Esthetician Services
Discounted Movie Tickets
Employee Emergency Relief Fund
Employee Assistance Program