Housekeeping – Laundry Attendant

The Laundry Attendant will have the opportunity to impact the service to all guests through the constant supply of fresh, clean linens and terry for the hotel.

Department:

· Housekeeping

FSLA Status

· Non-Exempt

Supervisory Responsibilities:

· None

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Receives and sorts all dirty linen and terry, pre-soaking stained items, and setting aside unusable items in the appropriate reclaim or discard area. Pre-soaking includes determining the most effective solvents to be used and proper application
• Loads washers and dryers according to machine manufacturer’s instructions, following load limit guidelines and proper use and concentration of cleaning chemicals.
• Removes items from dryer, sorts, folds, and stocks according to the housekeeping policy.
• Places items in only the proper containers for storage, transport, or distribution and never allows laundry to sit on the floor, regardless of dirty/clean status.
• Delivers items to guestrooms as requested.
• Cleans late check outs as needed, as well as public areas as assigned.
• Keeps laundry room clean and organized
• Monitors laundry chute area for appropriate access and usage.
• Cleans machine filters daily.
• Cleans behind and above dryer daily, ensuring nothing is stored behind dryer.
• Brings any equipment or inventory issues to the Director of Housekeeping immediately.
• Follows all OSHA/HAZCOM procedure.
• Wears appropriate brand required uniform and name tag during all scheduled shifts.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Detail oriented and thorough
• Ability to perform basic communication skills

Education and Experience:

· On-the-job training

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods standing and walking, and frequently pulling, pushing, and bending.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds at a time.

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.