What are the responsibilities and job description for the DSHS DDA Laundry Worker 2 position at State of Washington Dept. of Social and Health...?
Description
DSHS YVS Laundry Worker 2
Yakima Valley School Residential Habilitation Center is looking for someone who is ready to join a great team to help with the operation of a large industrial laundry facility. In this role you are responsible for scheduling, coordinating, and performing the completion of all phases of laundry activities and washroom operations while following pandemic guidelines. Restoration of soiled textiles, processing of clean and distribution of, to meet the needs of our customers with high-quality textiles in a timely cost-effective manner; join our team.
The working hours are Monday-Friday 6am-2:30pm. Opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary.
Some of what you'll do:
- Processes linen for the entire institution to the expected standard of the Appointing Authority, such as performing tasks necessary to the daily decontamination of linen such as sorting, washer, and dryer deck activities as well as processing, folding, and filling outgoing orders
- Operates large commercial washers and dryers
- Change chemicals as needed
- Working in linen room filing daily linen orders
- Must utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure safety
- Follow written and oral directions
- Assist co-workers and students in performing a variety of laundry work
What we're looking for:
- Knowledge of commercial practices, procedures, and equipment
- Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing
- Kind demeanor, treat all clients, staff, and students with dignity and respect
- Ability to maintain the confidentiality of clients and personal information
Who should apply?
Professionals with six months of experience as a Laundry Worker 1, or equivalent, in a large commercial or large industrial laundry. Completion of a training course in laundry operations may substitute for three months of the required experience.
The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
Questions? Please contact sharon.sterling@dshs.wa.gov OR call Talent Acquisition main line (360) 725-5810 and reference job number 00427.
Supplemental Information
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
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