Laundry Attendant/Houseman

PAH Management•Baton Rouge, LA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Laundry Attendant/Houseman plays an essential role in supporting hotel operations by ensuring clean, well-maintained linens, towels, and other laundry items are consistently available for guest rooms and hotel departments. This position is responsible for operating commercial laundry equipment, maintaining quality standards, and promoting a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Requirements

Ability to operate or learn commercial laundry equipment safely and efficiently.
Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with team members.
Must be dependable, organized, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, push, pull, and lift throughout an entire shift.
Frequently lift and move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Previous hotel laundry or housekeeping experience.
Experience working with commercial laundry equipment.
Familiarity with hotel cleanliness and quality standards.

Responsibilities

Operate commercial washers, dryers, and ironing equipment according to established safety and operating procedures.
Sort, wash, dry, fold, press, and organize hotel linens, towels, uniforms, and other laundry items while maintaining quality standards.
Inspect linens for stains, damage, or excessive wear and pre-treat stained items before laundering.
Separate laundry by color, fabric type, and wash requirements to ensure proper care.
Maintain an adequate supply of clean linens for guest rooms and hotel operations.
Load clean linens onto designated carts and distribute them to the appropriate departments as needed.
Collect, sort, and process soiled linens from housekeeping and other hotel areas.
Keep laundry carts clean, organized, and free of debris.
Report damaged linens or equipment concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
Clean lint traps, laundry equipment, and work areas daily to ensure safe and efficient operation.
Sweep, mop, and maintain the cleanliness and organization of the laundry room.
Follow all hotel safety procedures and properly handle cleaning chemicals and laundry products.
Assist in maintaining laundry equipment by reporting maintenance needs promptly.
Maintain a positive, professional, and courteous attitude when interacting with guests, associates, and leadership.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Housekeeper or Housekeeping Manager.