TUNNEL OPERATOR

Brett/Robinson Vacation Rentals•Orange Beach, AL

12h•Onsite

About The Position

This role serves as a representative of Brett/Robinson, requiring courtesy, tact, consideration, and discretion in all interactions. The primary function is to operate the tunnel control station, managing the laundry process from initial load through wash, extraction, and transfer to drying. This involves programming and adjusting wash formulas, water levels, temperatures, and chemical injection rates based on fabric type and soil level. The operator monitors gauges and indicators to ensure proper system operation, coordinates the flow of articles through the tunnel system, and directs other laundry staff to maintain smooth production. Identifying and reporting equipment malfunctions, maintaining production records, and performing general laundry tasks are also key responsibilities. The role also includes cleaning machine filters and lint traps, maintaining a clean work area, and reporting safety hazards.

Requirements

Perform physical activities that require moving one's whole body, such as bending, twisting, reaching, climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, kneeling and squatting.
Able to lift 40 lbs. on a regular basis
Able to stand in excess of 7 hours during a regular shift
Match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness
Make quick, coordinated and repeated movements with fingers, hands, and wrists.

Responsibilities

Serves as a representative of Brett/Robinson, displaying courtesy, tact, consideration, and discretion in all interactions with other employees of Brett/Robinson, owners, guests, and other members of the community
Operates the tunnel control station, directing the laundry process from initial load through wash, extraction, and transfer to drying
Programs and adjusts wash formulas, water levels, temperatures, and chemical injection rates according to fabric type and soil level
Watches gauges, dials, digital displays, and other indicators to ensure the tunnel system is operating properly
Coordinates the flow of articles through the tunnel system, adjusting speed and sequencing to maintain continuous production
Directs loaders, sorters, and dryer operators to keep production moving smoothly from station to station
Identifies equipment malfunctions, jams, or irregularities, and promptly reports mechanical issues to the Laundry Manager or maintenance
Maintains accurate production records, including load counts, chemical usage, and cycle times
Cleans machine filters and lint traps, and keeps the tunnel station, floor, and surrounding equipment clean
Shares in general laundry production tasks as needed, including sorting, loading and unloading, folding, and pressing articles
Examines and sorts articles to be cleaned into lots, according to color, fabric, dirt content, and cleaning technique required
Reports safety hazards
Performs other duties as assigned