Laundry Assistant Jobs in Freeport, IL (NOW HIRING)

Laundry Worker

Location: SSM HEALTH MONROE HOSPITAL - 34345003

Workdays/shifts: Varying shifts, days/hours, and rotating weekends. More details will be provided during the interview process.

Employment Type: Full-Time or Part-Time

Pay Range: $18.00 per hour - $18.00 per hour

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater because we believe our everyday actions have a big impact. You belong in a company that allows you to act with purpose and thrive in your own way. 

What You’ll Do: As a Laundry Worker at Sodexo, you will be responsible for the washing, drying, folding, sorting, pressing, and mending of clothes and linens. The Laundry Worker may be responsible for providing neat, clean uniforms and may be accountable for distributing uniforms that are laundered by an outside service, or operating laundry machinery to clean them internally. The general responsibilities of the position include those listed below; however, Sodexo may identify additional responsibilities. These responsibilities may differ among accounts, depending on business necessities and client requirements. 

Responsibilities include:  

• Operate washers, dryers, irons, steamers, folders, and sewing machines safely and efficiently.  
• Mend and repair uniforms and other textiles to maintain quality and appearance; document unusable items and report to the Supervisor.  
• Track and verify laundry lists, count articles, utilize weighing systems, and prepare discrepancy reports.  
• Maintain cleanliness in laundry areas by sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, and removing garbage and recyclables. 
• Requisition, transport, and restock supplies; collect unused chemicals and refill storage containers as required.  
• Significant walking or other means of mobility. 
• Ability to walk or stand for extended periods of time, throughout the entire duration of a shift, which may exceed 8 hours.  
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push and/or pull, and frequently lift up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift/move 50 pounds. 
• Attends work and shows for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity 
• Other duties may be assigned and can differ among accounts, depending on business necessities and client requirements. 

What You Bring:  

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent experience. 
• 1 to 2 years of related work experience. 
• May require a valid driver’s license based on the location. 
• Bloodborne Pathogen Training may be needed based on the location. 

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What We Offer:                                 

• Flexible and supportive work environment, so you can be home for life’s important moments.
• Access to ongoing training/development and advancement opportunities to turn your job into a career
• Full array of benefits that support you and your family’s wellbeing, including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, 401k, discount programs, and more. 
• In addition to Sodexo’s standard, some locations may offer additional site-specific benefits, including free “shift” meals (and/or allowances/per diems), uniforms, safety shoes, public transportation support and/or parking. 

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Overall, Sodexo strives to offer comprehensive summaries of our benefits packages and detailed descriptions of the positions candidates are applying for. However, due to the contractual nature of our business, some job duties and employee benefits may vary based on the unit/work location. We encourage you to discuss any questions about Sodexo’s benefit offerings during the interview process. 

Who we are: 

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide. 

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace culture and belonging as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Should you need assistance with the online application process, please complete this form.