Laundry Assistant

AdamsPlace•Rossville, GA

12d

About The Position

NHC Rossville is seeking a full-time Laundry Assistant. The position is responsible for sorting dirty laundry, loading and unloading washing machines and dryers, and folding center linens. The Laundry Assistant reports to the Laundry Supervisor and Housekeeping Supervisor. Duties are determined by the center and may include the responsibilities listed below, along with other assignments from time to time.

Requirements

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.
Must be able to pull and push 50–75 pounds of wet laundry from the washing machine.
Must be able to stand for 7–8 hours per day.
Must be able to stoop, kneel, and bend.
Must be able to see, hear, and communicate adequately to complete job duties and responsibilities.
Must be able to lift 30–40 pounds frequently.

Responsibilities

Report to the laundry area at the assigned time and gather dirty laundry as instructed.
Load washers with dirty linens and prepare linen for the morning change.
Keep dirty linen separate from clean linen at all times.
Check that each washing machine’s water temperature is at least 150°.
Clean 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 clean.
Remove clean laundry from the washer and load it into the dryer without letting it touch the floor.
Operate washing machines and dryers according to the manufacturer’s instructions and center policies and procedures.
Remove dry clothes from the dryer, fold them, and store them according to center policy.
Inform a supervisor of equipment problems so repairs can be made.
Shut down all laundry equipment in accordance with center policy when the fire alarm sounds.
Follow all applicable federal, state, and center policies and procedures.
Work safely and follow proper procedures when using chemical agents.
Perform other duties as assigned.