Laundry Worker in Jacksonville, Florida at FIVE POINTS HEALTH CARE GROUP

Job Title Code: LNDRY

FLSA: Nonexempt

Position Purpose

The purpose of this position is to implement laundry procedures to operate the laundry department in a cost-effective, efficient manner to safely meet residents’ needs in compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.

Essential Job Functions – Principal Accountabilities

• Collects and sorts soiled laundry. Inspects for resident items (e.g., hearing aide, dentures, etc.)
• Performs stain removal when necessary.
• Loads and operates washers and dryers.
• Folds and sorts laundered items
• Uses laundry supplies efficiently.
• Assists in proper care of laundry equipment. Identify and report any equipment malfunction to supervisor
• Implements laundry procedures to meet residents’ needs in compliance with federal, state and local requirements
• Participates in the monitoring system for the laundry department.
• Notifies supervisor when supplies are needed.
• Notifies supervisor when equipment needs repair.
• Notifies supervisor when linen and residents’ clothing need repair.
  

Other Job Functions

• Performs other duties as assigned.
  

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Detail-oriented and thorough.
• Ability to remain discreet and respect the privacy of residents, tenants, and/or guests.
• Sufficient ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English to complete work efficiently, effectively, and courteously.
• Must display positive attitude.
• Must demonstrate independence, initiative, conscientiousness, and dependability.
  

Physical Demands/Environment:

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.

• May be exposed to excessive heat in laundry.
• Stand, traverse, ascend/descend stairs, move/transport carts weighing over 100 pounds, grasp and manipulate tools/equipment to perform cleaning functions. Occasionally move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Stretch, bend, stoop, squat, twist, crouch, kneel, and balance to load and unload washers and dryers and to access equipment and supplies.
• Prolonged periods standing and walking.
• Converse with others, write legibly, read and comprehend written/verbal information.
• Lift and carry up to 35 pounds frequently; up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Stand and walk frequently, simple grasp; fine hand manipulation; near vision; far vision; hear conversation; speak
  

Minimum Requirements

Education: High school diploma or GED, or equivalent is required.

Experience: Experience performing the essential functions of the position is desirable.

Certification/License: None