Laundry

POSITION SUMMARY : Performs seamstress duties by mending and repairing resident’s garments using commercial sewing machines;

does related assigned laundry tasks as required. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES : Essential functions

• Operates commercial sewing machines for mending garments and repairable items for resident use.
• Prints and attaches resident’s name labels on to their personal clothing and belongings.
• Receives, sorts, distributes, and accounts for clothing and linen.
• Assists laundry in processing clean linen when necessary.
• Keeps laundry room and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
• Maintains and oils machines.
• Does related laundry tasks as required.
• Monthly tracking of all linen to be discarded. MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Experience in sewing and mending on a volume basis.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

• Must be 18 years of age with knowledge in operation and care of sewing machines.
• Ability to keep records and follow oral and written direction.
• Ability to cut material from patterns.
• Ability to handle stress.
• Physical presence in the Facility is required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS :
• Good physical condition due to the demanding aspects of the job.
• Able to sit, 100 % of the time except during breaks.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT : Must be able to tolerate extreme heat due to the laundry equipment. This position description serves as a guideline for communicating the essential functions and other information about the position to the applicant / employee.

It is not intended to create a binding employment contract nor cover every detail of the position and may be changed where appropriate.

Last updated : 2024-11-26