Linen Worker

VPNE; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

VPNE in Boston, MA is seeking an entry-level Linen Worker to assist with cleaning, sanitizing, and preparing linens for patient use. You will transport linen carts, record inventory, and follow safety protocols in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities include delivering linens, handling soiled items, and addressing basic customer requests while maintaining uniform standards and complying with infection-control guidelines. Schedule is Mon-Fri 7:00 AM–3:30 PM.

Qualifications

• Be able to walk throughout the Hospital.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Stand long periods, stooping and bending.
• Lift linens and supplies up to 50 lb.
• Push/pull wheeled linen bins and carts >600 lb.
• Pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Transport filled bins of clean linens to distribution locations.
• Record the quantities of linen items and monitor inventory.
• Load and store linen items, maintain clean linen room.
• Transport linen carts to designated areas in the hospital.
• Communicate with hospital staff and respond to requests.
• Collect soiled linen and prepare for laundr y return.
• Follow safety protocols and wear protective equipment.

Skills

Linen handling

Inventory counting

Safety awareness

Job description

Position Summary

The Linen Worker acts as a laundry attendant, ensures that linens, towels, and other fabrics are cleaned, sanitized, and ready for use.

Schedule : Mon-FRI 7AM-3:30PM

Responsibilities

• Transport filled bins of clean linens
• Be cognizant of inventory for linen items on linen exchange carts, stationary linen carts, shelves, and closets.
• Record the quantities of linen items.
• Load linen items in the cart, shelf, or closet, and ensure the cleanliness of the linen room.
• Transport filled linen carts to designated distribution locations throughout the Hospital.
• Communicates with hospital staff
• Collect soiled linen from the laundry chute for return to the laundry.
• Receive daily delivery of bulk linen.
• Promote and act on safety practices yourself, the patients, and your co-workers.
• Reporting of all incidents following company policies
• Any other duties assigned explicitly by a supervisor or manager
• A linen worker must follow safety protocols and guidelines, including using protective equipment such as gloves and masks, handling chemicals properly, and ensuring the safe usage of laundry equipment for its intended purpose.
• A linen worker may fulfill customer requests for additional linens, towels, or other fabrics. They must also be able to address any concerns or complaints related to laundry services.

Years of Experience: Entry Level

Language Skills: Proficient in English, both verbally and written

Requirements

• Be able to walk throughout the Hospital.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
• Ability to stand for a long time, stooping and bending at the waist
• Lift linens and supplies that weigh up to 50 lb. to a height of 5 feet.
• Push and pull wheeled linen bins and carts weighing more than 600 pounds.
• Counting and using simple arithmetic
• Be willing to encounter infectious medical waste (i.e., feces, vomit, blood) while wearing appropriate protective equipment.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Be able and willing to smile during every customer interaction.
• Maintain uniform standards while around the account.
• Be able to pass a criminal background check.