Laundry Attendant

DRIFTWOOD HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT•Durham, NC

22d•Onsite

About The Position

The Laundry Attendant assures efficient retrieval, processing, and distribution of laundry to provide laundry services to hotel guests. Responsibilities include sorting stained or damaged items and determining whether they should be rewashed or discarded; operating ironing and folder machines; folding and stacking cleaned articles for distribution; cleaning dryer filters; using chemicals safely; checking laundry machinery; monitoring chemical and water usage; and maintaining clean, organized, and stocked work areas. The role also includes following hotel policies and safety procedures, reporting hazards and incidents, turning in lost property and guest room keys, assisting other Housekeeping personnel as needed, and performing other related duties as requested by a supervisor or manager. The hotel operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and operational demands may vary shift days, start times, and hours worked during a week. No previous experience is required. The position requires the ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds, frequent bending while handling laundry, continuous movement, and standing throughout the shift.

Requirements

Any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and ability.
No previous experience required.
Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
Ability to bend frequently while loading and unloading washers and dryers, sorting linen, and folding.
Ability to move continuously throughout the department and stand for the entire shift.
Frequent twisting, bending, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, talking, hearing, seeing, and smiling.

Responsibilities

Sort stained or damaged items and determine whether they should be rewashed or discarded; maintain an inventory of discarded items.
Operate ironing and folder machines according to specifications while processing cleaned articles.
Fold cleaned articles, stack them in designated amounts by type and size, and place stacks in specified distribution areas.
Remove lint and debris from dryer filters according to departmental procedures.
Use cleaning chemicals in accordance with OSHA regulations and hotel requirements.
Check the working condition and cleanliness of laundry machinery.
Monitor chemical and water usage to maximize consumption.
Maintain clean and organized work areas throughout the shift.
Restock work areas for the next shift as assigned.
Turn in all lost-and-found items and guest room keys.
Adhere to company policies and procedures.
Follow safety and security procedures and rules, and know department fire-prevention and emergency procedures.
Use protective equipment and report unsafe conditions to management.
Report accidents, injuries, near-misses, and property damage or loss to management.
Maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance according to team member handbook standards.
Perform related duties as requested by a supervisor or manager.
Assist other Housekeeping personnel when needed.