JOB DESCRIPTION
1. JOB TITLE: Laundry Attendant
2. DEPARTMENT: Housekeeping
3. SCOPE OF
RESPONSIBILITY: Ensure that all of the hotel’s linen is properly
laundered, dried and stored each day.
4. EMPLOYEE MANUAL: All employees must completely understand
the requirements of their job. Prior to being
assigned to the position, a complete
understanding of the Employee Manual
is necessary since the person holding the
position will be subjected to the rules and
regulations listed in the manual.
5. ESSENTIAL TASKS:
a. Receive and sort dirty linens.
b. Pre-soak stained linen.
c. Set aside unusable linen in the appropriate discard area.
d. Load washers according to the instructions. Know load limits.
Prepare proper concentration of cleaning chemical.
e. Dry, fold and store linen in appropriate location.
f. Clean lint filters in dryers daily.
g. Clean behind and above dryers on a weekly basis.
h. Keep laundry room clean. Mop floor as necessary.
i. Follow proper OSHA/HAZCOM procedures.
j. Never allow linen to sit on floor.
k. Bring any equipment problems to the attention of the Director
of Housekeeping.
l. Other duties as assigned.
6. REPORTS TO: Housekeeping Supervisor
7. SAFETY STATEMENT:
As an employee, it is your responsibility to be aware of and report any and all
safety hazards or violations you may see or witness in the course of performing
your required duties.
8. JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Employees must meet these minimum requirements:
Educational Skills
none
Job Experience
Apprenticeship Program: None
Level of Experience: 1 year
Communication Skills
Speak English
Read English
Write English
Business Mechanical Skills
none
License/Certification none
Physical Activities and Requirements
Normal Work Position
Standing and walking 100% of the time
Frequent bending and lifting
Minimum Weight Employee must be able to lift:
50 pounds
Working Conditions
Hot Cold
Dirty at times Work Alone and with
Hazardous materials others
may be present
Responsibilities
Care of Equipment: Frequent
Safety of Others: Occasional
Guest Contact: Occasional
Confidential Data: Never
Decision Making: Never
Acts in Supervisory Capacity: Never
Sensory Requirements:
Sight: Full
Hearing: Partial
