Laundry Technician II

Your Texas Benefits; Kerrville (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% health insurance

Pension plan

Time off benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Health & Human Services Comm in Kerrville State Hospital is seeking a Laundry Worker II. The role involves operating commercial laundry equipment, supporting soil sort and dryer operations, and ensuring timely linen delivery with a focus on teamwork and safety.

The position requires attending mandatory HHSC training, working a regular schedule, and may involve some overtime or shift adjustments. Benefits include a comprehensive program for full-time staff.

Qualifications

• Dependable and trustworthy team player.
• Able to work in a physically demanding environment.
• Committed to safety and following procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate commercial laundry equipment safely and efficiently.
• Oversee soil sort and dryer areas as part of the laundry process.
• Assist with daily laundry tasks and ensure timely delivery of linen.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area following infection control standards.
• Attend mandatory HHSC/ABSSLC training.

Job description

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Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage .

Functional Title: Laundry Technician II
Job Title: Laundry/Sewing Room Worker II
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm
Department: Laundry Opers
Posting Number: 15978
Closing Date: 11/20/2026
Posting Audience: Internal and External
Occupational Category: Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance
Salary Range: $2,518.41-$3,404.91
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group: TEXAS-A-09
Shift: Day
Additional Shift:
Telework: Not Eligible for Telework
Travel: Up to 10%
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full Time/Part Time: Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt
Facility Location: Kerrville State Hospital
Job Location City: KERRVILLE
Job Location Address: 721 THOMPSON DR
Other Locations: Kerrville
MOS Codes: 3F1X1,92S,RS,SN

Brief Job Description:

Would you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally all while helping make a positive impact on people’s lives? Do you appreciate being around others like yourself who are dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in the value of teamwork? HSCS is dedicated to building an atmosphere where employees feel valued and supported while providing specialized care for Texans in need. HSCS is comprised of nine psychiatric hospitals, one youth residential treatment facility, and thirteen state supported living centers. The psychiatric hospitals are a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited by The Joint Commission. They provide state-of-the-art treatment that is recovery-oriented and science-based. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interests you, we welcome your application for the position below.

Laundry Worker II position is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of commercial laundry equipment and performing complex laundry work in a commercial laundry. Laundry Worker II assists with overseeing the laundry process in the soil sort and dryer areas. Will promote teamwork while preforming all assigned tasks. Activities include sorting, classifying, weighing and recording of weights, loading/unloading of Continuous Batch Washer (CBW), press, shuttle, and large 300# dryers, small commercial washer/extractors and dryers, flatwork ironing, unloading conveyor, folding, preparing clothes and linens for delivery, delivery, and routine cleaning of work area / areas. Work involves both light and heavy physical labor. Employee will follow all HHSC, Facility, and Regional Laundry procedures for reporting time and attend work on a regular and predictable schedule performing all tasks as assigned. All tasks will be performed within the established time frames. Laundry Worker II works under the close supervision from the Laundry Worker III, Laundry Manager and Regional Laundry Director with minimum latitude for use of initiative and independent judgment. This position will occasionally work under close supervision of the Laundry Maintenance assisting with daily laundry preventative maintenance. Completion of work requires use of established methods and/or techniques. Decisions are simple and based on well-defined guidelines. The Laundry Worker II has no financial responsibility but is accountable for assigned property.

Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Driving statement (use as needed): This position is required to drive a state-owned vehicle.

This position may be eligible to earn additional pay for work performed on evenings, nights and/or weekends.

This position may also be eligible to earn additional pay for work performed on maximum security locations.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

Attends work on a regular basis and may be requested to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

Assist in overseeing the laundry process in the soil sort and clean processing areas.

Operation of the Continuous Batch Washer (CBW), Press, Shuttle, 4 300# Dryers

Operation of the CBW, Press, shuttle, 4 dryers, and un-loader belt, and 300# Lint Collector.

Operation of the 300# dryer unload conveyor.

Operation of commercial washer/extractors and dryers.

Operation of the Feeder, Ironer, Folder, and Stacker.

Operation of small piece folders.

Folding linens by hand.

Maintains a clean and safe environment to meet infection control and safety standards.

May help with the pick-up, quota count, filling of orders, and delivery to units/departments.

Attends and participates in all mandatory training to meet HHSC/ABSSLC requirements.

Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but