Laundry Attendant - Oxford Suites Boise
About The Position
The Laundry Attendant ensures hotel linen is clean, sanitized, and available for Housekeepers and other departments while following Oxford Collection of Hotels safety standards and security procedures. The role includes washing, drying, ironing, folding, sorting, and distributing hotel linen, while providing caring and genuine guest service and upholding company standards and culture. The attendant sorts laundry by fabric, color, item, and soil level; removes or pretreats damaged and stained items; loads machines appropriately; selects suitable cycles and settings; and operates, maintains, and cleans laundry equipment. The role also involves pressing, folding, stacking, and delivering linen to designated closets and storage areas, as well as keeping the laundry space clean and free of hazards. The position requires adherence to applicable safety, sanitation, and security requirements, including Blood Borne Pathogen protocols. The attendant reports maintenance needs, equipment malfunctions, supply shortages, and operational concerns to a supervisor or General Manager, responds effectively to emergencies, communicates with hotel staff and housekeeping, and maintains professional guest service. Other duties may be assigned, modified, or changed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
- Reliable transportation to and from work.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Reliable and consistent attendance.
- Ability to perform frequent simple grasping, fine manipulation, and repetitive hand and arm movements.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds occasionally and frequently exert up to 20 pounds of force to push, pull, carry, lift, or otherwise move objects.
- Ability to bend, squat, crawl, kneel, push, pull, and walk on uneven surfaces occasionally.
- Ability to walk outdoors in varied weather conditions, including rain, wind, snow, and heat.
- Ability to work in heat and climb stairs both inside and outside.
Nice To Haves
- Hospitality or hotel work experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Sort laundry by fabric type, color, item, and soil concentration.
- Remove damaged or stained items before washing and pretreat stains as needed.
- Load washers and dryers within recommended capacities and select appropriate cycles and settings.
- Operate, maintain, and clean laundry equipment according to company standards.
- Press, fold, and stack linens.
- Deliver linens to designated closets and storage areas to meet production standards.
- Keep the laundry area clean, organized, and free of safety hazards, including sweeping and mopping.
- Follow applicable safety, sanitation, security, and Blood Borne Pathogen procedures.
- Report maintenance needs, equipment malfunctions, and supply shortages promptly to a supervisor or General Manager.
- Respond effectively to emergency situations.
- Interact professionally with guests and staff and provide a high level of customer service.
- Communicate with housekeeping to meet daily linen needs and service goals.
- Keep the supervisor informed of issues or unusual situations that may affect operations.
- Communicate with hotel staff to support smooth service delivery.
- Follow attendance policies and maintain regular availability for scheduled shifts.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and performance-based incentives
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with profit sharing
- Generous paid time off
- Exclusive discounts at company properties
- Ongoing training, leadership development, and career growth opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
