Laundry Worker - University Housing

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 2,404,000 - 3,424,000; Full time

Job summary

University Housing is seeking a full-time Laundry Worker to support the campus facilities and Dining Services. Primary duties include cleaning, sorting, and repairing linens, operating washing machines and dryers, and maintaining inventory and sanitation standards.

The role is integral to providing clean linens for residents and events. The incumbent will work in an industrial kitchen environment, handle various linens, and follow University Housing policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with linen handling and laundry processes is preferred.
• Ability to operate laundry equipment safely and follow sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Collects, unloads, and sorts soiled laundry according to kind, color, dirt, and fabric content.
• Operates washing machines including measuring and adding washing compounds.
• Operates dryers by setting time and temperature; cleans lint traps and filters.
• Folds and stacks linen, sheets, blankets, towels, aprons, etc.
• Reports malfunctioning equipment to appropriate persons.
• Inspects laundry for defects and determines usability.
• Mends by hand stitching, attaching patches or marking linen as needed.
• Keeps a record of linen on hand and notifies administrator when ordering is needed.
• Maintains and cleans the areas including washing and disinfecting bins/carts.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Linen handling

Washing operations

Equipment safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Washing machines

Dryers

Stain removal tools

Job description

Laundry Worker - University Housing

Dining Services

University Housing provides an essential element of the Illinois experience, with hundreds of employees across seven units working together to build and maintain safe, healthy and welcoming homes for our residents. We value the many diverse voices, opinions, experiences and identities of the Illinois community, and our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion is woven into each of our interactions, programs and decisions.

Dining Services focuses on making sure our residents are well served and eating tasty, sustainable and healthy meals. At the same time, our team provides high-end catering options that can service weddings, events and parties. Staff within our dining team also work on nutrition, operations, training, menu planning and so much more. While University Housing employs over 1,000 student staff each year, hundreds of those student staff members work on the dining staff and are a key part of the team.

Job Summary

Primarily cleans, sorts, folds, inventories, and repairs linens and laundry items. All University Housing staff foster a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative work environment within University Housing.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Collects, unloads, and sorts soiled laundry according to the kind, color, dirt, fabric content to be laundered or cleaning technique. Applies bleach, stain or spot removal as necessary.
• Operates washing machines including measuring and adding washing compounds.
• Operates dryers by setting time and temperature. Cleans lint traps and filters.
• Manually or automatically folds and stacks linen, sheets, blankets, towels, aprons etc.
• Recognizes and reports malfunctioning equipment to appropriate persons as necessary.
• Inspects laundry for defects and quality, determining usable and non-usable items as well as items to be reprocessed.
• Mends by hand stitching, attaching patches or marking linen as necessary.
• Keeps a record of linen on hand and notifies administrator when there is a need to order.
• Responsible for maintaining and cleaning the area(s) including washing and disinfecting laundry bins/carts.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Physical Demands: Position involves working in a kitchen area which is heated by ovens and stoves. Position involves frequent bending, lifting, remaining in a stationary position and moving throughout the assigned work area as well as moving and operating kitchen equipment. Working Conditions: The work is performed in an Industrial Kitchen where there is some discomfort in low temperature areas (-10 degrees F) and/or high temperature areas (90 degrees F). There is risk involved when working with dangerous machinery and wet floors. Industry standards related to cleanliness will be maintained at all times.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 4249 - Laundry Worker position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the close of the search. The wage for this position is $21.15/hr. This position will be expected to work at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus on a full-time basis per the University's Workplace Flexibility policy. Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.

For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on October 21, 2026.

For further information about this specific position, please contact Housing Human Resources at [e-mail]. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign - the state's flagship public university and one of the world's leading research institutions - every staff member helps shape what's next. Founded in 1867, Illinois is home to a vibrant community of 59,000 students from all 50 states and 129 countries, supported by 15 colleges and instructional units, more than 20 research institutes, and one of the most comprehensive student service ecosystems in the nation. Whether you're empowering first-generation students, fueling breakthrough innovation, or strengthening communities across Illinois and beyond, your work here has a far-reaching and deeply meaningful impact. The university offers a highly competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and financial security. Join a top 10 public university that has launched over 330 startups and continues to redefine excellence - where the Illinois Value Proposition ensures that your contributions are recognized, your potential is nurtured, and your career can thrive.

Learn more about Champaign-Urbana, our campus and the community we hope you choose to live and work in.

For more information regarding employment at University Housing, please visit our recruitment website at University Housing Recruitment.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodation portal, or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217-333-0885, option #1, or [e-mail].

Requisition ID: 1038735
Job Category: Service and Food Operations
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu