Laundry Staff Member

Position Information

Location: Surprise, AZ
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt/Hourly
Travel Requirement: No
Teleworking: No
Pay: $24.83/hr. ($19.74/hr. base rate + $5.09 H&W)
Pay rates listed reflect the full rate for this position, including both the base pay and health and welfare benefits in accordance with applicable requirements. Pay is based on numerous factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Duties and Requirements

• Wash, dry, fold, sort, and distribute facility linens, uniforms, towels, and resident-issued clothing.
• Operate industrial washers, dryers, presses, and laundry equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain accountability and inventory tracking for laundry items and issued materials.
• Inspect linens and clothing for damage, contamination, or replacement needs and report deficiencies to supervisors.
• Follow infection prevention and sanitation procedures when handling contaminated laundry or biohazard materials.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization within laundry rooms, storage spaces, and equipment areas.
• Cookordination delivery and pickup schedules for laundry distribution throughout the facility.
• Report equipment malfunctions, supply shortages, or operational concerns promptly.

Qualifications

• Must possess one (1) year of relevant professional laundry experience.
• Must be able to provide proof of citizenship or legal US work authorization.
• If prior active-duty military, must provide copies of DD214(s) showing discharge condition.
• Must consent to fingerprinting.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Clean criminal record and ability to pass a comprehensive background check and security screening.
• Ability to pass a preemployment medical assessment and drug screening.
• Excellent communication, observation, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure and in high-stress situations.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Work Environment

Employees may be exposed to extreme cold or hot weather conditions, fumes, or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and loud noise.

Physical Requirements

• Employees may be required to remain in a stationary position, stand, push, pull, climb, kneel, crawl, balance, squat, bend, and reach.
• Employees may be also required to use gear to move items around, including, but not limited to, carts and dollies.
• Employees may also be occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 49 pounds.

Benefits

Note: We are currently building a pipeline for this role, with an expected start date of later this year.

Position Summary

Position Overview: In this role, you will support detention facility laundry operations by processing, cleaning, organizing, and distributing facility linens, resident clothing, uniforms, and bedding materials. This position requires attention to detail, adherence to sanitation procedures, and the ability to operate industrial laundry equipment within a secure detention environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

GardaWorld Federal Services is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.