Laundry Technician II

TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS

3d • Onsite

About The Position

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 nine psychiatric hospitals, one youth residential treatment facility, and thirteen state supported living centers. The 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 a commercial laundry. Laundry Worker II assists with overseeing the laundry process in the soil sort and dryer areas. Will promote teamwork while preforming 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. Employee 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 the 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 the 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 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.
Driving statement (use as needed): This position is required to drive a state-owned vehicle.

This position may be eligible to earn additional pay for work performed on evenings, nights and/or weekends.

This position may also be eligible to earn additional pay for work performed on maximum security locations.

Requirements

• 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 back grounds.
• 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.
• 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 license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure. Eligible driving record required based on HHSC Fleet Management policy.
• Twelve months work experience.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Attends work on a regular basis and may be requested to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.
• 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.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees