Laundry Aide

Qualifications: Ability to read, speak and understand English As Laundry Aide in a Grace Management Services facility you must be able to perform the following essential functions as demonstrated by the ability to: Essential Job Functions: Maintain a steady work pace to produce an adequate supply of clean garments and linens. Place garments and linens in drum of electrically powered washer. Identify and report any malfunctions in laundry equipment. Prevent the spread of infection through proper handling, storage, washing and transporting of all garments and linens. Add soap and other solutions to laundry. Operate an automated laundry solution dispensing system. Transfer clothes from the washer to the dryer. Hang, fold and stack garments and linens. Report any garments or linens in ill repair to supervisor. Distribute clothes to residents’ rooms. Observe infection control procedures as they pertain to the Laundry Department. Sort clothing as directed. Clean and maintain the laundry room in an orderly fashion. Follow OSHA regulations as they pertain to the Laundry Department. Attend in-service training programs for laundry employees. Notify supervisor of supplies and linens needed. Assist with housekeeping duties. Perform other related duties as directed by the Housekeeping/Laundry Supervisor. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Individuals may be required to: Sit or stand for extended periods of time Reach above shoulder heights, below waist or lift as required to complete the job responsibilities Proper lifting techniques, ability to read computer screens and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions are required Must be able to lift 35 50 pounds. Raising objects from lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position. This requirement occurs to a considerable degree and requires the substantial use of the upper extremities and back muscles. Must be able to balance, climb, crouch, grasp, kneel, pull, push, reach, stand and stoop adequately to perform the essential functions of the job. Must be able to hear, smell, feel and speak adequately to perform the essential functions of the job. Must be able to read and write the English language. Must be able to work inside and outside with exposure to outdoor weather conditions.