Knowledge of laundry soaps, bleaches, disinfectants, starch preparations and other chemicals used in the laundry.

Knowledge of laundering requirements of fabrics currently used at the institutions in clothing and linens.

Knowledge of institutional laundry inventory and record-keeping procedures.

Knowledge of basic repair and maintenance techniques for the types of machines used in the laundry operation.

Knowledge of other assigned areas such as the linen room or sewing room. Ability to plan, coordinate, control and evaluate the work of subordinates.

Ability to operate various commercial laundry machines such as washer, dryer, extractor, flat-ironer, fastfinisher, folding machines and automated console system in order to wash, dry and fold laundry.

Ability to make minor machine repairs on the laundry equipment. Ability to fill out reports for machine maintenance requests and requisitioning of supplies.

Displays high standards of ethical conduct.

Refrains from dishonest behavior. Works and communicates with all clients and customers providing quality professional service.

Displays a high level of initiative, effort, attention to detail and commitment by completing assignments efficiently with minimal supervision.

Follows policy, cooperates with supervisors and aligns behavior with the goals of the organization. Fosters and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, group identity and team spirit throughout the organization.

Exchanges information with individuals or groups effectively by listening and responding appropriately.