Laundry Worker - Temporary

University of Georgia; Griffin (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Laundry Worker for a temporary position. This role is crucial in ensuring guests always have clean linens and towels, contributing to the overall success of the housekeeping department. The ideal candidate will possess a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team. This opportunity offers a chance to work in a dynamic environment where your contributions directly impact guest satisfaction. If you're motivated and ready to take on a rewarding challenge, this position may be perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Laundry experience and customer service skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sort, wash, dry, and fold linens and towels.
• Maintain laundry equipment and assist in housekeeping tasks.

Skills

Customer Service

Dependability

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Laundry Worker - Temporary

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*This is a temporary position that will last less than 12 months and is not eligible for benefits. Temporary employees will be considered for full-time positions when they are available.

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Posting Details

Position Details

Posting Number G/R18081P
Working Title Laundry Worker - Temporary
Department PSO-Cont Ed-Aux Oper-Hotel

About the University of Georgia Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students.

About the College/Unit/Department The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel is hiring motivated, dependable, and team-orientated individuals for jobs that advance UGA’s mission of Public Service and Outreach. The Georgia Center, located on campus across from Stegeman Coliseum, is the campus hub for the development and administration of non-credit professional and continuing education courses as well as home of the only on-campus hotel.

Employment Type Employee
Additional Schedule Information Up to 40 hours per week based on business needs. Must be able to work any day of the week, including weekends and holidays. Normal business hours are Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm and Saturday-Sunday, 9am-5:30pm but may change for football and special events. May be required to work when the University is closed.

Advertised Salary Commensurate with experience, $15.40 per hour minimum
Anticipated Start Date 07/17/2022
Posting Date 07/06/2022
Closing Date Open Until Filled: Yes

Location of Vacancy Athens Area

Duties/Responsibilities

1. Sort, wash, dry, and fold linen and terry. Remove dirty linens and trash from hotel rooms, housekeeping carts, and hallways. Serve as a lead person on assignments and may assist in training. Percentage of time 80
2. Maintain the laundry equipment and facility. Percentage of time 10
3. Assist with other departmental duties such as houseperson, hotel cleaning, and public areas. Percentage of time 5
4. Participate in training sessions and departmental meetings, and other duties as assigned. Percentage of time 5

Minimum Qualifications

Position Summary A laundry worker ensures that guests always have clean, fresh linen and terry. This position is responsible for sorting, washing, drying, and folding linen and towels, maintaining the laundry facility, and stocking housekeeping closets. This position is responsible for providing outstanding customer service and contributing to the success of the housekeeping department.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position
High school diploma or GED.
Laundry experience.
Customer service/guest interaction experience.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Dependable, responsible, honest, strong work ethic, positive attitude, work independently and as part of a team; work under time constraints and in a fast-paced environment; Understand and speak English; Attitude, initiative and interest in job details will be considered on an equal basis with related experience.

Physical Demands Employees stand/walk for long periods of time; climb stairs; reach, bend, stoop, kneel, squat, and work with hands; see dust, hair lint, and dirt; smell odors to identify the source to clean; work in a small/tight spaces (between beds and walls in hotel rooms, storage closets, etc.); lift or move at least 30 pounds; and push/pull wheeled carts weighing up to 75 pounds.

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact
Contact Details For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Leta Salazar
Recruitment Contact Email [e-mail]
Recruitment Contact Phone [phone]

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter