ST Laundry Attendant - Douglas

Job Title : Student Laundry Attendant

The Student Laundry Attendant is responsible for assisting in the operation of coordinating the work efforts of the production areas of the laundry department and conducting weekly inventories. Essential Functions : As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Position is open until filled with applications reviewed upon receipt and may close at any time. Note : Cochise College requires a post offer, pre-employment background screening of all employees.

Duties and Responsibilities

Within the scope of college policies and procedures, this position : Sorts torn and stained articles Sorts and counts articles to verify quantities on laundry requisitions Soaks contaminated articles and processes in de-staining cycle Cleans lint traps regularly Loads articles into washer and adds specified amount of detergent, soap or other cleaning agent by programming laundry machines. Operates laundry machinery such as washers and dryers Lifts clean wet articles from washer and places them successively into dryers for measured time cycles Folds dry towels and places in clean basket Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor General Expectations : Employees are expected to accomplish assigned duties in an efficient, effective and competent manner and to strive for improvement and excellence in all work performed. Additionally, employees must understand the comprehensive role of the community college and cooperate and work harmoniously with students, faculty and staff, and the public. Employees will follow all college policies, rules, regulations and guidelines as they relate to this position.

Education and Experience; Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Enrollment at Cochise College with a minimum of 6 credits per semester and 3 credits in the summer Possess and maintain a 2.0 G.P.A. or higher Students attending Cochise College on an F-1 Visa require full-time enrollment with a minimum of 12 credits per semester and six credits in the summer Knowledge of and ability to follow college policies and procedures Ability to operate washing and drying machines Ability to handle inquires and problems efficiently and direct to the proper staff member Ability to report for work on time and notify the appropriate individual in advance if unable to work Ability to communicate effectively, verbal and in writing, and to relate to others in a professional, helpful manner Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Work is primarily performed under general supervision. Incumbent generally performs work in a typical office setting with appropriate climate controls. Physical Requirements : Essential functions of this position require : lifting, manual dexterity, ability to communicate. Light Work : Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds requires a good deal of walking or standing, or involves sitting most of the time with some pushing and pulling of arm or leg controls. Mental Application : Utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability and creative problem solving skills are important.