Laundry Attendant

Driftwood Hospitality Management; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Driftwood Hospitality Management in Raleigh, NC is seeking a detail‑oriented Laundry Attendant to support hotel operations around the clock. This role involves sorting, washing, ironing, and folding guest linens while adhering to safety and quality standards in a fast-paced environment.

The position requires physical stamina, the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and a cooperative team mindset. Shifts vary to meet hotel needs; neat appearance and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• No previous experience required.
• Ability to lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent bending, standing, and continuous movement during shifts.
• Adherence to all safety and hotel policies.

Responsibilities

• Sort stained/damaged items and determine status for rewash or discard.
• Operate ironing and folding machines and process articles.
• Fold cleaned articles by type and size and place stacks in designated areas.
• Check laundry machinery for cleanliness and working condition.
• Monitor chemical and water usage to maximize efficiency.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas throughout shift.
• Restock work areas for next shift as assigned.
• Turn in lost and found items and guest room keys.
• Assist other housekeeping personnel as needed.
• Follow safety and security procedures and company policies.

Skills

Strong physical stamina

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Attention to safety procedures

Team player

Standing for long periods

Job description

This description is a summary of primary responsibilities and qualifications. The job description is not intended to include all duties or qualifications that may be required now or in the future. The Hotel operates 24 hours a day and 7 days a week, so operational demands require variations in shift days, starting times, and hours worked in a week.

Sort all stained/damaged items and determine status for rewash or discard; maintain continuous inventory of discarded items.

• Operate the ironing and folder machines according to specifications, while processing cleaned articles through the machines.
• Fold cleaned articles and stack into designated amounts by type and size. Place stacks in specified areas of distribution.
• Remove lint and debris from dryer filters as specified in departmental procedures.
• Use cleaning chemicals according to OSHA regulations and hotel requirements.
• Check the working condition and cleanliness of laundry machinery.
• Monitor usage of chemicals and water to maximize consumption.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas throughout shift.
• Restock work areas for next shift as assigned.
• Turns in all lost and found items and all guest room keys.
• Adheres to all company policies and procedures.
• Follows safety and security procedures and rules.
• Knows department fire prevention and emergency procedures.
• Utilizes protective equipment.
• Reports unsafe conditions to management.
• Reports accidents, injuries, near-misses, property damage or loss to management.
• Provides for a safe work environment by following all safety and security procedures and rules.
• All team members must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance. (Specific standards outlined in team member handbook).
• Perform any related duties as requested by supervisor/manager.
• Assists other Housekeeping Personnel when need.

Qualifications

The Hotel may consider equivalent combination of acceptable education and experience providing the knowledge, skills and abilities cited below, when applicable

• Any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skill, and ability.
• No previous experience required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Ability to Lift, Push & Pull up to (50) pounds required.
• Frequent bending while loading/unloading washers/dryers, sorting linen and folding.
• Continuous movement throughout department.
• Standing is required during the entire shift.
• Frequent twisting, bending, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, talking, hearing, seeing and smiling.