Laundry Worker / Part-Time, Rotating Day & Afternoon Shifts

Minnesota Direct Care and Treatment; Silver Bay (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a part-time Laundry Worker in Silver Bay to operate washing machines and dryers, sort and process resident laundry, and maintain linens. Rotating day and afternoon shifts are required, with a schedule that ensures coverage and timely delivery of clean laundry to residents.

Minimum qualifications include knowledge of laundry processing and the ability to lift and carry laundry items; preferred qualifications include infectious control

Qualifications

• Knowledge of laundry processing sufficient to operate machines and equipment and follow procedures.
• Lift and carry laundry items.
• Follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate washing machines and dryers.
• Wash, dry, fold and hang all resident laundry and replace bed linens as applicable.
• Collect, sort and distribute resident laundry.

Skills

Laundry processing

Lift and carry

Follow instructions

Infectious control knowledge

Job description

Job Class: Laundry Worker

• Job ID: 96794
• Location: Silver Bay
• Working Title: Laundry
• Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs
• Telework Eligible: No
• Division/Unit: Silver Bay Veterans Home / MVH-Silver Bay Indirect Care
• Work Area: Minnesota State Veterans Home - Silver Bay
• Full/Part Time: Part-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 09/23/2026
• Closing Date: 09/29/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Silver Bay-AFSCME
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Rotating Day & Afternoon Shifts: Day, 7:00am to 3:30pm / Afternoon 11:00am to 7:30pm
• Days of Work: Varies; weekends as assigned
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $20.87 - $25.88 / hourly / PLUS $2.25 per hour for all hours worked after 6:00pm and before 6:00am
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 203 - Service/AFSCME
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This position will be used to fill one (1) part-time Laundry Worker position. This position is rotating day and afternoon shifts. The day shift is 7:00am-3:30pm, the afternoon shift is 11:00am-7:30pm.

The work schedule will include at least 64 hours per two-week pay period and may include additional work hours, based on business needs. The position is initially eligible for full employer contribution towards health and dental insurance benefits.

Operate washing machines and dryers. Wash, dry, fold and hang all resident laundry and replace bed linens, when applicable. Collect, sort and distribute Resident laundry.

Please see a message from Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Commissioner, Brad Lindsay. Select Link

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume/application clearly describes your experience in the areas listed below, and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of laundry processing sufficient to operate machines and equipment and follow procedures.

Ability To

• Lift and carry laundry items.
• Follow instructions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of infectious control processes and requirements.

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of the following:

• A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top finalist(s) for the position(s). When conducted, a finalist must pass the DHS background check.
• A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment.
• Employment reference checks will be conducted on finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s).

If you are a Connect 700 Program job applicant, you must email the Job ID#, the Working Title, and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the Closing Date to Patrice Langlee at [e-mail].

Per M.S. 43A.111, MDVA will give priority consideration to certain qualified disabled Veterans. To be considered, you must be included on a US armed forces permanent disability list with a disability rating of at least 30% or been rated by the US Department of Veterans Affairs as having a compensable service-connected disability of at least 30%. Official written documentation of this disability dated no more than one-year preceding the date of application must be submitted. Please email the documentation, your DD214, and the job posting ID number to Patrice Langlee at [e-mail] no later than the job posting closing date.

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What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your Benefits May Include

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Fertility care, including IVF
• Diabetes care
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support To Help You Reach Your Career Goals

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) For Work/life Support

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies

Based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

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