Performs a variety of duties to meet Home Office laundry requirements including washing, drying, ironing and repairing. Works with some supervision and is responsible for making a minimal range of decisions, escalating to manager when necessary and updating manager on a regular basis.What you will do:Sews and repairs uniforms, and sews name patches and emblems on uniforms.Keeps machinery and area clean.Presses laundered items.Folds hand towels, dishtowels and aprons.Operates all laundry machinery, which includes commercial washers, dryers and presses.Informs supervisor of equipment problems and other issues.Assists Housekeeper with light cleaning duties as needed.Observes and adheres to all safety regulations and practices.Performs other duties as assigned.Complies with all policies and standards.High School Diploma Or GED - RequiredPrevious laundry experience - RequiredDemonstrated experience working independently. Experience must include identifying and resolving problems where independent decision-making and initiative were demonstrated - RequiredDemonstrated knowledge of detergents and cleaning agents and their use. -PreferredDemonstrated commercial mechanical ability sufficient to operate laundry equipment. -PreferredDemonstrated ability in sewing and garment repair. - RequiredDemonstrated ability to effectively interact and communicate with all levels of staff and management. -PreferredDemonstrated ability to read and comprehend written and oral instructions -PreferredWorking knowledge of basic computer with the ability to retrieve emails, send emails and access the intranet homepage -PreferredWork Setting/Position Demands:Demonstrated ability to stand, walk, sit, stoop, reach, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, balance, climb and lift on a regular basis. Lifting includes raising objects from a lower to higher position or to move objects horizontally from position-to-position. Frequently lifting objects up to 50 pounds unassisted and over 50 pounds assisted.Requires both verbal and written communication to exchange accurate information to customers and associates on a regular basis.Requires visual acuity to read and interpret correspondence and procedures via paper and electronic documents, visual inspection involving small defects; small parts, and/or operation of machinery (including inspection); using measurement devices continuously. Visual acuity is required to determine accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work assigned.Requires the ability to prepare written correspondence, reports and forms using prescribed formats.Requires the ability to apply principles of logical thinking to define problems and resolutions.Must be able to safely use laundry and janitorial equipment and chemicals.This position works in both indoor and outdoor environmental conditions.Extended hours required during peak workloads or special projects/events.Travel Requirements:None
Job Title
Laundry Operator