Laundry Tech

Trinity Health; Minot (ND); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health in Minot, ND is seeking a Laundry Tech to support hospital environmental services by ensuring a steady supply of clean linens for patient care areas. You will collect, sort, and transport soiled linens and help maintain readiness and infection prevention.

The role requires attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to operate laundry equipment safely. A high school diploma is preferred, with prior hospital or healthcare laundry experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous hospital/healthcare/commercial laundry experience preferred.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Dependable and detail-oriented; able to follow instructions.
• Knowledge of infection control standards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect and transport soiled linens from patient care units and designated areas per infection control procedures.
• Sort, load, and process linens through washing, drying, and finishing equipment to meet quality standards.
• Deliver clean linens to units, stock storage areas, and rotate inventory to maintain levels.
• Inspect linens for damage or contamination and remove items from circulation.
• Maintain cleanliness and safe operation of laundry equipment and work areas; report safety concerns.
• Document linen quantities, deliveries, and usage to support inventory control.

Skills

Good communication

Teamwork skills

Detail-oriented

Follow instructions

Infection control knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Laundry machines

Job description

Position Summary:The Laundry Tech supports the hospital’s environmental services operations by ensuring a continuous supply of clean, safe, and properly processed linens for all patient care and support areas. This role is essential to maintaining daily hospital readiness, contributing directly to patient comfort, infection prevention, and staff efficiency. The Laundry Tech collects, sorts, transports, and distributes linens in alignment with established infection prevention practices and departmental workflows, helping ensure consistency and reliability across all service areas. Working as part of a collaborative and supportive team, this position partners closely with clinical and support staff to ensure linens are available when and where they are needed. The role contributes to a well-organized, efficient linen supply system and operates within a respectful, team-oriented environment where coordination, communication, and shared accountability support smooth hospital operations.Key Responsibilities:Collect and transport soiled linens from patient care units and designated areas following established infection control and handling procedures.Sort, load, and process linens through washing, drying, and finishing equipment to ensure proper cleaning and quality standards are met.Deliver clean linens to units, stock designated storage areas, and rotate inventory to maintain appropriate levels throughout the hospital.Inspect linens for damage or contamination and remove items from circulation according to departmental guidelines.Maintain cleanliness and safe operation of laundry equipment and work areas, reporting any mechanical or safety concerns promptly.Document linen quantities, deliveries, and usage patterns to support accurate inventory control and operational efficiency.Licenses and Certifications Required:High school diploma or equivalent preferred.Educational Requirements:Previous experience in a hospital, healthcare, or commercial laundry setting preferred.Experience Requirements:NoneSpecial Skills or Training Requirements:Good communication and teamwork skills.Dependable, detail oriented, and able to follow instructions.Knowledge of infection control standards preferred.Physical Requirements:The Laundry Tech is frequently required to stand, walk, bend, and reach while sorting and processing linens. The role involves lifting, pushing, and pulling linen bags, carts, and supply bundles, often requiring moderate physical effort throughout the shift. Adequate vision, hearing, and manual dexterity are needed to operate machinery safely, read labels, and identify soil or damage on linens.Environmental Requirements:This position works in a hospital laundry environment with exposure to heat, humidity, moving mechanical equipment, and cleaning chemicals. The role may encounter soiled linens that could contain bodily fluids and requires strict adherence to infection prevention and PPE guidelines. Work volumes may vary throughout the day, and the Laundry Tech must adapt to fast-paced periods and fluctuating unit needs while maintaining safety and cleanliness standards.