Laundry Assistant- (6:30am - 2:30pm )- NHC Fort Sanders

PURPOSE
The position is responsible for sorting out dirty laundry, loading and unloading washing machine and dryer and folding center linens.
RESPONSIBLE TO:
Laundry Supervisor, Housekeeping Supervisor
QUALIFICATIONS:


* Must be able to read Standard English.


* Must be able to operate standard and commercial laundry machinery.


* Must be able to understand and follow instructions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:


* Able to pull and push wet laundry (50 - 75 pounds) from washing machine.


* Able to be on feet 7 - 8 hours per day.


* Able to stoop, kneel, and bend.


* Able to see, hear and communicate adequately to complete job duties and responsibilities.


* Able to lift 30 - 40 pounds frequently.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Are determined by the center and may include, but are not limited to the following:


* Report to laundry at the assigned time and gather dirty laundry as instructed.


* Load washers with dirty linens and prepare linen for morning change.


* Keep dirty linen separate from clean linen at all times.


* Check water temperature of each washing machine to be sure it is at least 150°.


* Clean all lint traps in accordance with center policy or at least once per shift.


* Check levels of laundry detergents, softeners and bleach according to center policy.


* Keep floors, walls and equipment are kept clean.


* Remove clean laundry from washer and load dryer, making sure that clean laundry does not touch the floor.


* Operate washing machines and dryers are operated in accordance with manufacturer's and center's policy and procedures.


* Removed dry clothes from dryer, fold and store in accordance with center policy.


* Inform supervisor of any problems with equipment so that repairs can be made.


* Shut down all equipment in laundry in accordance with center policy when fire alarm sounds.


* Other duties which may be assigned from time to time.


* Be familiar with and follow all federal, state and center policies and procedures.


* Work safely, following proper procedures when using chemical agents.