Laundry Attendant

Laundry Attendant 2.0 2.0 out of 5 stars Freeport, ME 04032 $19 an hour

• Part-time, Full-time The Hilton Garden Inn
• Freeport 17 reviews $19 an hour
• Part-time, Full-time Responsible for the complete upkeep and smooth functioning of the laundry department.

The laundry attendant should possess knowledge of all equipment and how it operates. The position also works closely with housekeeping to ensure proper inventory levels are supplied to the floors in a timely and efficient manner.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Formulates washing formula for stained loads and all other laundry products processed through the laundry area including food and beverage items.

Sorts dirty linen by product type. Identifies worn and torn linen and keeps track of rag outs on a discard form. Participates in monthly linen inventory. Ensures the washing of linen is up to standard before placing into inventory. Communicates any maintenance and upkeep issues to appropriate person relating to all laundry equipment. Coordinates with the Engineering Department any routine maintenance of the equipment or outstanding repairs. Suggests methods for increasing laundry efficiency. Organizes linen in such a way that it is sorted by type, loaded on carts and put up neatly on the linen storage racks. Works in a fast paced environment with time constraints and timing deadlines related to production standards and requirements. Multitasking with linen in various machines running at the same time with different products. Ensures that the proper amount of linen is ready and available to disperse to the guest floors. Shortages of linen in the housekeeping storage areas should not exist. Main duties include folding linen and terry cloth items in a neat pristine fashion. Sets the wash and dry cycles on the machines based on products being laundered. Ensures that work is closely coordinated with housekeeping to determine the proper level of products is kept in the laundry storage areas on the guest floors. Other responsibilities as assigned

PREREQUISITES

Education:

A secondary school diploma is preferred Physical mobility and stamina required Ability to follow instruction Detail-oriented Professional attitude is required Ability to work independently

Experience:

Previous laundry or dry cleaning experience desired.

Physical:

Requires standing for long periods of time and on occasion may be asked to lift and carry up to 40 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, it may be also required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Ability to work with and around chemicals.

Work Environment:

Work is generally performed in the laundry room, hotel guest areas and public areas in a hotel setting with exposure to high noise levels. The laundry room is also prone to be warm due to the equipment producing heat. Evenings/days, weekends and holidays most likely will be required.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$19.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person