Washer Equipment Operator

Southern Ohio Medical Center; Portsmouth (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Retirement plan contributions (403b)

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Earned Wage Access

Paid Time Off

Tuition assistance

Gym membership discounts

Job summary

Southern Ohio Medical Center is seeking a Washer Equipment Operator for the Laundry Services department. The role involves overseeing the Tunnel Washer computer system, ensuring correct wash formulas and load weights, and backing up related RAM systems.

You will sort linens between loads and load washers and dryers accurately. Responsibilities include monitoring chemical levels, stocking supplies, and maintaining a clean, organized work area while performing routine maintenance tasks.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and speak English required.
• Familiarity or experience with computers preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate Tunnel Washer computer system and monitor load weights.
• Back up Tunnel Washing and RAM systems; troubleshoot and contact service as needed.
• Sort soiled linen and load into washers with correct formulas and weights.
• Unload dryers and transfer clean linen to monorail or laundry carts.
• Coordinate distribution of laundry to maintain efficient wash line-ups.

Skills

English literacy

Computer familiarity

Education

BMLV license

BLS/AED training

Tools

Tunnel Washer system

RAM system

Job description

Current Employees: If you are currently employed at SOMC please log into UKG Pro to use the internal application process.

Department: Laundry Services
Shift/schedule: Full Time (40 hrs/wk)

GENERAL SUMMARY

Works under the supervision of the Manager of Laundry Services. The Washer Equipment Operator's main job function is overseeing the Tunnel Washer computer system and operations that keeps track of multiple washer line-ups, appropriate washing formulas and load weights. Responsible for backing up Tunnel Washing and RAM systems, troubleshooting problems, and contacting inside/outside service when required. Implements alternate procedures until Tunnel Washing system returns to normal operation. Sorts soiled linen in between loads. Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Ability to read, write, and speak English required
• Familiarity or experience with computers preferred

Licensure:

• BMLV required (Must maintain eligibility to drive as determined by SOMC insurance carriers)
• BLS/AED training course within 90 days of hire required

Experience:

JOB SPECIFIC DUTIES AND PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

The following is a summary of the major job duties of this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.

1. 1. Responsible for the Tunnel Washer computer system and operations that keeps track of multiple washer line-ups, appropriate washing formulas and load weights
2. 2. Backs up Tunnel Washing and RAM systems, troubleshoots problems, and contacts inside/outside service when required.
3. 4. Sorts soiled linen according to wash classification (formula) and weight.
4. 5. Loads linen unto soiled washer monorail or into washer/extractor entering correct wash formula and weight.
5. 6. Unloads dryers and loads clean linen unto monorail; or into laundry cart.
6. 7. Coordinates and directs the distribution of laundry throughout the Laundry department by maintaining effective wash line-ups through the Tunnel Washing System.
7. 8. Responsible for monitoring pumps and maintaining appropriate levels for chemicals and salt used in the Tunnel Washer.
8. 9. Receives, stocks, and changes out chemical barrels from distributor.
9. 10. Keeps work area clean and organized.
10. 11. Performs routine preventative maintenance tasks.
11. 12. Performs the duties of Linen Helper as needed.
12. 13. Performs other duties as assigned.

Why SOMC? You Care for Our Patients, We Care for You

At Southern Ohio Medical Center, our mission is to make a difference in the community we serve. We're committed to delivering exceptional care and that starts with our team members. When you join SOMC, you're not just starting a job. You're joining a mission.

• Competitive pay with quarterly market analysis
• Performance-based annual increase and bonus eligibility
• Up to 4% employer contributions to retirement plans (403(b) and Cash Balance Pension)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage*
• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts*
• Earned Wage Access - get paid before payday
• Paid Time Off bank with 3 annual sick days
• Life insurance and disability coverage*
• Tuition and certification assistance
• Club LC - discounted/free gym membership
• Employee discount and payroll deduct programs
• And many other benefit offerings!

*Available only to Full-Time and/or Part-Time Employees

Compensation & benefit eligibility is determined by employment status, position type, and hours worked. Offerings are subject to change and governed by SOMC's current plan documents and policies. Specific details will be reviewed upon hire as part of the onboarding process.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position in accordance with applicable law. A full job description is available upon request.

Southern Ohio Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, race, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other basis under the law.

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