Laundry Attendant

Georgia Department of Revenue; Tennessee; On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is seeking a Housekeeper/Laundry Attendant at Georgia Regional Hospital – Atlanta (Decatur, GA). This role performs routine housekeeping and laundry tasks to maintain a clean and sanitary environment in a healthcare facility.

Minimum one year of related experience or equivalent; preferred experience with commercial laundry equipment and infection-control knowledge. State background checks apply for employment.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in a related area of assignment or one year at the lower-level Housekeeper 1 (FES040) or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Collect soiled linens, clothing, towels and other washable items from designated areas.
• Sort laundry by fabric type, color and level of soil.
• Operate commercial washers, dryers and laundry equipment safely and efficiently.
• Measure and use detergents, disinfectants and cleaning products per guidelines.
• Fold, organize and distribute clean linens and clothing to appropriate areas.
• Maintain inventory of linens and laundry supplies; report shortages as needed.
• Inspect items for stains or damage and remove unsuitable items from circulation.
• Maintain clean, sanitary laundry areas and equipment.
• Follow infection-control, sanitation, safety and hazardous-material handling procedures.
• Report equipment malfunctions or safety concerns to the supervisor.
• Keep clean and soiled laundry separated to prevent contamination.
• Provide courteous service to staff and facility personnel.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Reliability and attention to detail

Independent work

Teamwork

Infection-control knowledge

Following procedures

Physical stamina

Job description

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Job Title

Laundry Attendant

Agency

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Job Requisition ID

JR0000003366

Shift

Not Applicable (United States of America)

Compensation Details

SALARY RANGE: $24,200.00 - $31,019.04

Job Description

The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Housekeeper/ Laundry Attendant at Georgia Regional Hospital - Atlanta, located in Decatur, GA.

Salary Range: $24,200.00 - $31,019.04

Job Description

Under general supervision, performs routine housekeeping and laundry-related duties to maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and an orderly environment within the facility. Ensures linens, clothing, and other washable items are properly collected, cleaned, dried, folded, stored, and distributed in accordance with established procedures and safety standards.

Job Responsibilities

• Collects soiled linens, clothing, towels, and other washable items from designated areas throughout the facility.
• Sorts laundry according to established procedures, fabric type, color, and level of soil.
• Operates commercial washers, dryers, and other laundry equipment safely and efficiently.
• Measures and uses appropriate detergents, disinfectants, and other cleaning products according to established guidelines.
• Folds, organizes, labels, stores, and distributes clean linens and clothing to appropriate areas.
• Maintains accurate inventory of linens and laundry supplies and reports shortages as needed.
• Inspects laundry items for stains, damage, or excessive wear and removes unsuitable items from circulation when appropriate.
• Maintains laundry work areas and equipment in a clean, sanitary, and orderly condition.
• Follows infection-control, sanitation, safety, and hazardous-material handling procedures.
• Reports equipment malfunctions, maintenance concerns, or unsafe conditions to the appropriate supervisor.
• Maintains appropriate separation of clean and soiled laundry to prevent contamination.
• Provides courteous and professional service when interacting with staff, patients, residents, and other facility personnel.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

One (1) year of experience in a related area of assignment; OR one (1) year of experience at the lower-level Housekeeper 1 (FES040) or equivalent position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a commercial, institutional, hospital, healthcare, or large-scale laundry environment.
• Experience operating commercial laundry equipment.
• Knowledge of proper sanitation, infection-control, and safety procedures.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and established work procedures.
• Ability to perform repetitive physical activities, including standing, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, and transporting laundry carts.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated reliability, attention to detail, and commitment to maintaining a clean and safe environment.

Due to the volume of resumes/applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. Please be assured that your resume/application will be evaluated and we will contact you if we need clarification or additional information. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted by the hiring agency.

FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.

Housekeeping experience

Current Driver’s License (Have the ability to drive state vehicles)

Georgia Regional Hospital – Atlanta

Minimum Qualifications

One (1) year of experience in related area of assignment; or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Housekeeper 1 (FES040) or position equivalent.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.