Laundry Technician
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About the Role
The Laundry Technician plays an important role in supporting daily laundry operations by ensuring that mop heads, flat mops, microfiber towels, and other designated material items are cleaned, disinfected, dried, folded, and prepared for distribution in accordance with company and client standards. This position is responsible for operating laundry equipment, sorting and handling soiled and clean laundry, maintaining an organized work area, and following established procedures for sanitation, infection prevention, and workplace safety.
In every aspect of this role, the Laundry Technician is expected to exemplify the company’s core values:
- Take it Personally: Demonstrate ownership and accountability for the quality, accuracy, and timely completion of all assigned laundry duties.
- Start with Kindness: Foster respectful, supportive interactions with coworkers, clients, and other facility personnel.
- Every Client. Our Only Client.: Prioritize client needs by providing reliable laundry services that meet established cleanliness and service expectations.
- Outperform. Overdeliver.: Maintain high standards of quality and productivity while identifying opportunities to improve laundry processes and service delivery.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Sort, inspect, and process laundry according to established procedures, including separating items by type, color, fabric, soil level, and applicable handling requirements.
- Operate commercial washers, and other laundry equipment safely and efficiently.
- Select appropriate wash cycles, water temperatures, detergents, disinfectants, and other approved products according to fabric requirements and established procedures.
- Wash, dry, fold, and prepare mop heads, flat mops, microfiber towels, and other designated material items for distribution.
- Inspect processed laundry for cleanliness, stains, damage, odors, and other quality concerns. Reprocess items as necessary and report damaged or unusable items to management.
- Handle soiled laundry in accordance with company procedures and applicable client requirements, using designated protective equipment and appropriate hygiene practices.
- Follow specific procedures for handling potentially contaminated laundry, preventing cross-contamination, and maintaining separation between soiled and clean textiles.
- Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow established safety procedures when handling laundry, cleaning chemicals, and equipment.
- Maintain separation between clean and soiled laundry during processing, folding, storage, and transportation to prevent contamination.
- Package, label, organize, and store clean laundry in designated areas to maintain cleanliness and ensure items are readily available for distribution.
- Assist with inventory management by monitoring linen and supply levels, organizing stock, and reporting shortages or damaged items to management.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary laundry area, including work surfaces, equipment, floors, lint collection areas, and designated storage spaces.
- Safely transport laundry between designated collection, processing, storage, and distribution areas using approved carts or equipment.
- Identify and promptly report equipment malfunctions, maintenance needs, safety hazards, chemical spills, and other operational concerns to management.
- Follow equipment operating instructions and established procedures for routine cleaning and maintenance of laundry machinery.
- Manage assigned workloads and prioritize tasks to meet production schedules, service requirements, and established deadlines.
- Follow company policies, and applicable safety and sanitation standards at all times.
- Maintain accurate records of laundry processing, inventory, or other required activities as directed by management.
- Communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and administrative personnel regarding laundry needs, service issues, and operational concerns.
- Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Competencies
Adaptability: Adjusts to changing workloads, processing requirements, schedules, and operational priorities.
Communication: Communicates clearly and professionally with coworkers, supervisors, and clients as needed.
Customer Service: Understands the importance of reliable laundry services and responds appropriately to client and facility needs.
Dependability: Maintains reliable attendance, punctuality, and consistent performance while completing assigned responsibilities.
Attention to Detail: Identifies stains, damage, sorting errors, and cleanliness concerns to ensure laundry meets established quality standards.
Safety Awareness: Follows established procedures for equipment operation, chemical handling, personal protective equipment, and contamination prevention.
Job Knowledge: Understands laundry processing methods, equipment operation, textile handling, sanitation practices, and applicable site requirements.
Organization: Maintains orderly work areas, properly separates laundry, and ensures clean items are stored and distributed appropriately.
Productivity: Processes laundry efficiently while maintaining quality and meeting established production requirements.
Reliability and Responsibility: Takes ownership of assigned tasks, follows procedures, and promptly reports problems or discrepancies.
Teamwork: Works cooperatively with coworkers and supervisors to support daily operations and meet service expectations.
Time Management: Prioritizes tasks effectively and completes assigned work within established timeframes.
Integrity: Handles company and client property responsibly and follows established procedures for inventory and recordkeeping.
Minimum Qualifications
Ability to perform physical tasks, including standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, pushing, and pulling for extended periods, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to safely handle laundry loads, carts, supplies, and equipment in accordance with applicable job requirements.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, established procedures, and site-specific safety requirements.
Basic understanding of cleaning products, laundry supplies, and safe chemical handling practices, or the ability to learn through training.
Ability to distinguish between clean and soiled laundry and follow appropriate sorting and handling procedures.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining cleanliness, sanitation, and quality standards.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Reliable attendance and ability to work the assigned schedule, including evenings, weekends, or holidays as required by business needs.
Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and coworkers.
Legal authorization to work in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience in commercial laundry, industrial laundry, housekeeping, custodial services, or a related field.
Experience operating commercial washers, dryers, folding machines, or other laundry processing equipment.
Previous experience handling linens, uniforms, towels, or textiles in healthcare, hospitality, or institutional environments.
Familiarity with infection prevention, contamination control, and the handling of potentially contaminated laundry.
Knowledge of laundry chemicals, detergents, disinfectants, and appropriate product handling procedures.
Experience with linen inventory, supply organization, and quality control procedures.
Completion of OSHA or other relevant workplace safety training.
Ability to communicate in English and Spanish to support effective workplace communication, where needed.
Physical Demands
Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive movements for extended periods.
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull laundry loads, carts, and supplies in accordance with job requirements.
Ability to operate commercial laundry equipment and handle textiles safely.
Ability to perform tasks in a laundry environment exposed to heat, humidity, noise, and cleaning products.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Chicago, IL 60616
Corporate Office
Mon-Fri 2pm-8pm
Total 30 hours
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