Laundry Technician II

TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS•Wichita Falls, TX

3d•$2,518 - $3,405•Onsite

About The Position

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage. Would you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally all while helping make a positive impact on people’s lives? Do you appreciate being around others like yourself who are dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in the value of teamwork? HSCS is dedicated to building an atmosphere where employees feel valued and supported while providing specialized care for Texans in need. HSCS is comprised of ten psychiatric hospitals, two youth residential treatment facilities, and thirteen state supported living centers. Psychiatric hospitals are a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited by The Joint Commission. They provide state-of-the-art treatment that is recovery-oriented and science-based. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interests you, we welcome your application for the position below. Laundry Worker II position is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of commercial laundry equipment and performing complex laundry work in commercial laundry. Laundry Worker II assists with overseeing the laundry process in the soil sort and dryer areas. Will promote teamwork while performing all assigned tasks. Activities include sorting, classifying, weighing and recording of weights, loading/unloading of Continuous Batch Washer (CBW), press, shuttle, and large 300# dryers, small commercial washer/extractors and dryers, flatwork ironing, unloading conveyor, folding, preparing clothes and linens for delivery, delivery, and routine cleaning of work area / areas. Work involves both light and heavy physical labor. Employees will follow all HHSC, Facility, and Regional Laundry procedures for reporting time and attend work on a regular and predictable schedule performing all tasks as assigned. All tasks will be performed within the established time frames. Laundry Worker II works under the close supervision from Laundry Worker III, Laundry Manager and Regional Laundry Director with minimum latitude for use of initiative and independent judgment. This position will occasionally work under close supervision of Laundry Maintenance assisting with daily laundry preventative maintenance. Completion of work requires use of established methods and/or techniques. Decisions are simple and based on well-defined guidelines. The Laundry Worker II has no financial responsibility but is accountable for assigned property. Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Requirements

Twelve months’ work experience.
Must possess a valid Texas driver license or obtain it no later than 90 days after hire date. Applicants with an out-of-state driver’s license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure. Eligible driving record required based on HHSC Fleet Management policy.
Knowledge of commercial laundry operation, equipment, laundering techniques, and procedures
Ability to Safely operate commercial laundry equipment.
Ability to fold neat/quick.
Ability to distinguish colors.
Ability to receive and fill orders.
Ability to use proper lifting techniques.
Ability to lift/carry 40-50 pounds.
Ability to sort/throw 20 pounds 6’
Ability to Push, Pull, and Steer loaded laundry cart (50-900 Lbs.) on 6” wheels having dimensions up to 57” (high) x 28” (depth) x 48” wide)
Ability to safely drive and operate bobtail type vehicles and mounted hydraulic lift gates.
Ability to troubleshoot and identify problems and/or solutions to problems.
Ability to write clearly to communicate your intentions.
Ability to communicate effectively with people with diverse backgrounds.
Ability to follow and give written directions and verbal instruction.
Ability to read, follow, comprehend, and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating procedures, maintenance instructions and manuals.
Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aid, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct, List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE).
Males between the ages of 18-25 must be registered with the Selective Service.
All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility. Waco and Terrell Center for Youth applicants must be 21 years of age.
Compliance with HHSC immunization policy and state hospital operating procedures related to immunizations is required.

Nice To Haves

6 months’ experience in commercial laundry operation, equipment, laundering techniques, and procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in overseeing the laundry process in the soil sort and clean processing areas.
Operation of the Continuous Batch Washer (CBW), Press, Shuttle, 4 300# Dryers
Operation of the CBW, Press, shuttle, 4 dryers, and un-loader belt, and 300# Lint Collector.
Operation of the 300# dryer unload conveyor.
Operation of commercial washer/extractors and dryers.
Operation of the Feeder, Ironer, Folder, and Stacker.
Operation of small piece folders.
Folding linens by hand.
Maintains a clean and safe environment to meet infection control and safety standards.
May help with the pick-up, quota count, filling of orders, and delivery to units/departments.
Attends and participates in all mandatory training to meet HHSC/ABSSLC requirements.
Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.