Job Summary
The Laundry Attendant operates or tends to the washing machine, dryer, iron and mantel. The successful candidate will be responsible for collecting, sorting, washing, and ironing. He/she will also deliver linen to the respective departments.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
The Laundry Attendant is required to perform the following:
- Collect and sort linen, gown and kitchen towels.
- Wash and disinfect linen and gowns
- Inspects linen before leaving the laundry to ensure that they are free from spots and/or stains and to determine any need for repair
- Iron or mantel articles
- Perform other related duties
Physical Demands/ Working Conditions
This job entails frequent standing, the occasional physical demands of washing by hand, and extended periods in the sun.
Academic qualifications and experience required for job:
- At least the completion of primary or secondary school education
- Must be literate
- Should possess the ability to match or detect differences between colours, including shades of colour and brightness.
Specific Skills and Competencies Required
- Must have good interpersonal skills
- Must have good health and a high level of tolerance to cope with standing and walking
- Good team player.
Application information
Application letter along with resume should be submitted online through the portal below as one document addressed to:
Human Resource Director
Andrews Memorial Hospital Ltd.
27 Hope Road, Kingston 10
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.