Laundry Attendant

Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Department of; United States; On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is seeking a Laundry Attendant for Georgia Regional Hospital - Atlanta in Decatur, GA. Responsibilities include routine housekeeping and laundry, maintaining cleanliness, and distributing linens according to procedures and safety standards.

Qualifications include at least one year of related experience or equivalence, and preferred experience with commercial laundry equipment, sanitation, and safety practices.

Qualifications

• One year of related laundry or housekeeping experience.
• Or one year at Housekeeper 1 or equivalent.
• Preferred: experience in commercial or hospital laundry.
• Ability to operate commercial laundry equipment.

Responsibilities

• Collect and sort soiled linens and clothing.
• Operate commercial washers, dryers, and laundry equipment safely.
• Measure and apply detergents and disinfectants per guidelines.
• Fold, label, and distribute clean linens and clothing to relevant areas.
• Maintain inventory of linens; report shortages.
• Ensure clean and soiled items are separated to prevent contamination.

Skills

Laundry experience

Equipment operation

Sanitation knowledge

Safety procedures

Teamwork

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.

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)

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.

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