Laundry Assistant

NHC Rossville is now seeking a Full-Time Laundry Assistant. 

PURPOSE:

The position is responsible for sorting out dirty laundry, loading and unloading washing machine and dryer and folding center linens.

RESPONSIBLE TO:

Laundry Supervisor, Housekeeping Supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be able to read Standard English.


• Must be able to operate standard and commercial laundry machinery.


• Must be able to understand and follow instructions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Able to pull and push wet laundry (50 – 75 pounds) from washing machine.


• Able to be on feet 7 – 8 hours per day.


• Able to stoop, kneel, and bend.


• Able to see, hear and communicate adequately to complete job duties and responsibilities.


• Able to lift 30 – 40 pounds frequently.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Are determined by the center and may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Report to laundry at the assigned time and gather dirty laundry as instructed.


• Load washers with dirty linens and prepare linen for morning change.


• Keep dirty linen separate from clean linen at all times.


• Check water temperature of each washing machine to be sure it is at least 150°.


• Clean all lint traps in accordance with center policy or at least once per shift.


• Check levels of laundry detergents, softeners and bleach according to center policy.


• Keep floors, walls and equipment are kept clean.


• Remove clean laundry from washer and load dryer, making sure that clean laundry does not touch the floor.


• Operate washing machines and dryers are operated in accordance with manufacturer’s and center’s policy and procedures.


• Removed dry clothes from dryer, fold and store in accordance with center policy.


• Inform supervisor of any problems with equipment so that repairs can be made.


• Shut down all equipment in laundry in accordance with center policy when fire alarm sounds.


• Other duties which may be assigned from time to time.


• Be familiar with and follow all federal, state and center policies and procedures.


• Work safely, following proper procedures when using chemical agents.

NHC Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer