Laundry Tech I

Ko-Kwel Casino Resort; North Bend (OR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Generous PTO

401(k) with 4% match

Job summary

Ko-Kwel Casino Resort is seeking a dedicated laundry associate to maintain clean and safe linen operations for hospitality services on Oregon’s southern coast. You will handle washing, folding, and basic chemical tasks while ensuring guest areas remain welcoming and well-presented.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and clear communication with guests and teammates, with opportunities to grow within a respected hospitality team at Ko-Kwel Casino Resort.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Valid Oregon Driver's license with clean driving record preferred.
• Professional appearance and demeanor to represent The Laundry Mill with pride.
• Friendly and approachable attitude that helps customers and teammates feel welcome.
• Clear and positive communication with customers and teammates.

Responsibilities

• Ensure space remains safe, clean, and welcoming for guests and team; report safety concerns.
• Handle hazardous waste and chemicals following safety procedures.
• Weigh soiled linen to load into washers.
• Operate and monitor washing and drying machinery; add chemicals and clean lint traps.
• Load and unload washers and dryers.
• Replace chemical drums; use proper PPE.
• Read SDS and safety policies.
• Identify linen types and ensure proper placement throughout laundering.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Customer service

Communication

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Washer & dryer equipment

Job description

At Ko-Kwel Casino Resort, we know the best experiences start with a warm welcome. Whether you're arriving for a relaxing getaway or clocking in for your shift. Here, hospitality is personal, teamwork is real, and people genuinely look out for one another. When you join our team, you're stepping into a workplace where you can learn, grow, and take pride in creating memorable moments across the entire property. We bring energy, heart, and professionalism to everything we do, by building not only unforgettable guest experiences, but a workplace we're proud to call our own.

Be part of a team that's shaping one of the premier destinations for gaming and hospitality. A place where guests and team members alike feel right at home on Oregon's beautiful southern coast and beyond.

Why this job matters

Get ready to be press us to perfection! You'll facilitate high standards of commercial laundry production and linen supply for hospitality, food & beverage outlets and other businesses.

What you bring to the table

• Make sure the space stays safe, clean, and friendly for both guests and the rest of the team; speak up and report any safety concerns to the Safety Committee.
• Separate soiled linen and is knowledgeable in handling hazardous waste products and spotting chemicals while using the proper safety procedures.
• Weigh soiled linen to ensure correct amount of linen is loaded into the washers.
• Operate and monitor washing and drying machinery, including adding chemicals and cleaning lint traps.
• Load and unload washers and dryers.
• Replace chemical drums as needed while using proper personal protective equipment.
• Feed linen into the flat iron or small piece folder.
• Stand and fold linen by hand.
• Wrap table linen using industrial wrapping equipment.
• Wipe and sanitize equipment, carts and surfaces; vacuums, sweeps and wet mops floors.
• Read and understand safety data sheets (SDS) and safety policies.
• Operates washers and dryers using basic settings appropriate to linen type and load size.
• Identifies different types of linens and ensures proper placement throughout the laundering process.
• Jump in where needed to support the team and keep things running smoothly. (Other duties as assigned)

Must-haves, nice-to-haves, and maybe some bonus points

• High School graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Valid Oregon Driver's license with clean driving record preferred.
• Professional appearance and demeanor to represent The Laundry Mill with pride.
• Friendly and approachable attitude that helps customers (and the team) feel welcome and cared for every day.
• Comfortable communicating clearly and positively with both customers and teammates.

Physical stuff to know

We've included the typical physical parts of the job here. If you need an accommodation to do the work, just let us know-we're here to support you. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk. The employee frequently is required to stand for long periods of time, reach and pull with hands and arms and speak and/or listen. The employee is occasionally required to sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25-50 pounds, and may occasionally push or pull loaded linen carts of up to 600 pounds for 10-20 feet on flat surfaces with or without assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to process linen and complete tasks within prescribed time limits. It's important to stay calm and make good decisions under pressure, especially when dealing with stressful situations or upset people. This is a quick summary of the main duties and requirements-it might not cover everything you could be asked to do.

Ko-Kwel Casino Resort is owned by the Coquille Indian Tribe.

• Team members are eligible for a comprehensive health care benefit, generous time off policy, 401-K retirement with 4% company match and other benefits.