A Laundry Worker washes, dries, and folds clothes for customers at a laundromat. Works in a commercial laundry or for a company that provides laundry services for businesses, including hospitals, hotels and other businesses that use large quantities of linens.
THIS POSTING WILL BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICANT LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE. THIS POSTING MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS. POSITION IS LOCATED IN TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES, NM
Why does the job exist? The position is responsible for operating the facility's resident store, ensuring a welcoming, organized, and customer-focused environment. This position supports residents by managing sales, stocking merchandise, assisting with small purchases, and providing non-direct care customer service to enhance the quality of life within the facility. How does it get done? Open and operate the resident store during scheduled hours. Assist residents in selecting and purchasing store items with patience and respect. Accurately handle cash, transactions, and resident accounts according to facility procedures. Stock, organize, and rotate store merchandise to ensure availability and freshness. Maintain cleanliness and order in the store, storage areas, and displays. Restock supplies and communicate with supervisor regarding inventory needs. Provide friendly, courteous service and help residents with small non-direct care requests related to store purchases. Monitor for resident satisfaction and report any concerns to supervisor. Assist in preparing reports of sales and usage as required by facility policy. Uphold infection control, safety, and facility policies at all times. Support resident dignity, independence, and choice in all interactions. Deliver resident personal items, linens, and laundry in a respectful and timely manner. Respond to resident non-direct care requests (e.g., obtaining water, delivering supplies, tidying personal spaces) while maintaining resident dignity and independence. Monitor and restock housekeeping and linen supplies in resident areas. Report any maintenance or safety concerns immediately to the supervisor. Adhere to infection control, safety, and facility policies always. Provide courteous and professional communication with residents, families, and staff. All other duties assigned by supervisor. Who are the customers? The primary customer are the brave men and women that answered our nations call, executed their duties and now are unable to live in their respective communities due to failing health. This job will also support the widows of the service men and women to include parents that have lost children in combat (Gold Star Parents). Ideal Candidate The primary customer are the brave men and women that answered our nations call, executed their duties and now are unable to live in their respective communities due to failing health. This job will also support the widows of the service men and women to include parents that have lost children in combat (Gold Star Parents). Minimum Qualification No prior experience or training required. Employment Requirements Employment is subject to criminal background check pursuant to New Mexico Caregivers Criminal Screening Act, (Sections 29-17-2 through 29-17-5 NMSA 1978 and 7.1.9.1 through 7.1.9.11 NMAC) and is conditional pending results. Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico driver's license. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification as a condition of continued employment. Successful completion of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) training. Must sign and observe confidentiality agreement. Must be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend the English language. Occasional travel for training and meetings and driving a State of NM owned motor vehicle may be required; Working hours may include weekends, holidays, overtime, and callback hours. Essential functions of the job and specific physical ability requirements will be available at the time of interview or may be obtained at the New Mexico Veterans' Home Human Resources office. Working Conditions Work is performed within a long-term facility. Walking throughout the facility and frequent communication and interaction with residents, staff, and the public. Periods of walking, standing, bending pushing, pulling, lifting, and stretching for a variety of activities may be required. Must be able to function under pressure and stressful situations Health hazards such as exposure to contagious viruses and diseases. May also include routine exposure to public, fellow employees, and facility resident illness, stressful situation, and bodily fluids, as well as exposure to physical and/or verbal abuse. Occasional travel for training and meetings and driving a State of NM owned motor vehicle may be required; some lifting; extended hours to meet deadlines will be required. Working hours may include on-call, nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, and callback hours. Essential functions of the job and physical ability requirements will be available at the time of interview or may be obtained at the New Mexico Veterans' Home Human Resources Office Supplemental Information Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information:
Berna Garcia, (575) 894-4234, Email For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement. Bargaining Unit Position This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
