Laundry Worker

Duties

• Receives stores and distributes linen
• All linen is received in bulk from the contracted linen provider
• Unloads and loads linen as required and delivers carts to designated areas
• Makes adjustments when an adequate amount of linen is not available to meet each par level
• Affixes assistance in stocking the scrub-x machine
• Prepares pajamas and scrub suits for distribution
• Provides the customer with consistent information according to established policies and procedures
• Consistently communicates and treats customers (patients - visitors - volunteers - and all Medical Center staff) in a courteous - tactful - and respectful manner
• Trains new employees on job related duties of the position
• Handles conflicts and problems in dealing with the customers constructively and appropriately
• Fulfills linen requests on weekends and holidays
• Safely maneuvers carts to designated areas throughout the Medical Center
• Safely receives bulk linen and delivers to designated areas by cart or by hand
• Ensures linen carts are properly loaded and then delivered to the correct area when required

Qualifications

To qualify for this position - applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge - skills - and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

The incumbent works in an environment with high levels of noise and with hot - humid temperatures. Will be working around steam and steam-heated machinery - and must be cautious to avoid steam burns. Duties include working on wet & slippery floors. Handing of grossly soiled linen items and uniforms - some of which may be contaminated - thus requiring wearing of protective clothing such as isolation gown - mask - gloves - etc. Physical Requirements: The incumbent is continuously engaged in physical activity; standing - walking - stooping - bending - pulling - pushing - and reaching. Work is performed on concrete and tiled concrete floors. The incumbent will be involved in continuous rapid hand and arm movements. The incumbent frequently lifts terns weighing up to 25 pounds - and occasionally may be required to lift terns weighing over 50 pounds.

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday - 5:45AM-2:30PM - Weekend and Holidays