Line and Clothing Specialist I

State of Oklahoma • Ardmore, MO

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About The Position

This is an entry-level position in a training status performing routine laundry, sewing, alteration, mending, repair, and clothing and linen maintenance work at a state institution or facility. Duties include sorting and washing clothing and linens, operating laundry and sewing equipment, folding and preparing items for delivery, and sewing by hand or machine. The role may also involve following patterns, cutting garments, and altering or repairing clothing, linens, draperies, and miscellaneous items.

Education and experience are not required. Knowledge of sewing techniques is required, along with the ability to operate a sewing machine and laundry equipment, fit and alter clothing, follow written and oral instructions, and maintain effective working relationships. Applicants receiving a conditional offer through the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services must pass a physical examination with specified lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling capabilities.

Requirements

• Education and experience: None required.
• Knowledge of sewing techniques.
• Ability to operate a sewing machine and various laundry equipment.
• Ability to fit and alter clothing.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• For applicable Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services applicants, pass a physical examination requiring the ability to lift and carry 40 pounds occasionally and 10 pounds frequently, and push and pull a maximum force of 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Sort, wash, fold, and maintain clothing, linens, draperies, and other items.
• Load and operate washers, dryers, mangles, pressers, irons, and other laundry equipment.
• Sew by hand or machine; follow patterns, cut garments, and mend, alter, repair, or construct clothing and linen articles.
• Prepare cleaned or repaired items for delivery by placing clothes on hangers and wrapping bundles with identifying tickets.
• Perform minor machine maintenance and repairs, clean and oil machines, and keep the work area clean.
• Maintain adequate supplies of sewing materials, clothing, and linens for an assigned area.
• Collect, weigh, and count laundry.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed