Laundry Attendant

Job Summary

Process soiled linen and distribute clean linen in accordance with standard operating procedures in a safe, accident-free manner, as assigned by management.

Requirements:

Competencies

Dealing with Ambiguity

Can effectively cope with change; can shift gears comfortably; can decide and act without having the total picture; isn t upset when things are up in the air; doesn t have to finish things before moving on; can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty.

Compassion

Genuinely cares about people; is concerned about their work and non-work problems; is available and ready to help; is sympathetic to the plight of others not as fortunate; demonstrates real empathy with the joys and pain of others.

Composure

Is cool under pressure; does not become defensive or irritated when times are tough; is considered mature; can be counted on to hold things together during tough times; can handle stress; is not knocked off balance by the unexpected; doesn t show frustration when resisted or blocked; is a settling influence in a crisis.

Interpersonal Savvy

Relates well to all kinds of people up, down, and sideways, inside and outside the organization; builds appropriate rapport; builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact; can defuse even high-tension situations comfortably.

Knowledge/Skills

Minimal hearing necessary for one-one-one communication, accommodations may be provided. Excellent vision necessary; emphasis on cleanliness standards and quality control. Minimal speech communication skills required for one-on-one communication, accommodations may be provided. Minimal literacy is required.

Abilities

Lifting up to 75 lbs. of linen; pushing up to 75 lbs. of linen; pulling up to 75 lbs. of linen; carrying up to 50 lbs. of linen. Bending -frequent bending while loading/unloading washers/dryers, sorting linen and folding. No kneeling. Mobility -continuous movement throughout department. Continuous standing -100% of shift.

Education/Formal Training

No formal education needed.

Experience

Prior laundry experience desirable

Chemicals/Agents used: Laundry chemicals and cleaning solutions. Back brace worn 100% of shift. Operation of washer, dryer, feeder/folder, and flat press

Environment

Excessive heat and humidity in laundry. Inside 95% of shift.