Laundry Attendant - Hilton - Harrisburg, PA

Hotel Equities, a multi-award-winning hotel development and hospitality management company, is currently searching for a remarkable Laundry Attendant (Utility/Custodial) for the Hilton Harrisburg in Harrisburg, PA.

Job Purpose:

Maintain a constant supply of clean linens for the hotel.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Average

Percent

of Time

70 % Perform all stages of linen processing (i.e., sorting and weighing soiled and unsoiled linen, loading and unloading washers and dryers, folding and storing linen, recording poundage produced and weighing incoming and outgoing laundry.)
10 % Assist in laundry inventories.
10 % Clean laundry area. Set up house attendant amenities for pick up.
5% Assist with the upkeep of basement hallway and staff elevator.
5% Clean laundry machinery.

SUPPORTIVE FUNCTIONS

In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions, with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by the supervisor based upon the particular requirements of the company.

• Keep work area neat and organized
• Report all mechanical problems and hazardous conditions to supervisor, manager or Security Department

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Frequency Key: Never – 0 hours; Rare – up to 1 hour; Occasional – 1-3 hours; Frequent – 3-6 Hours; Constant – 6-8 hours

Physical Activity Frequency

Sitting Never

Standing/ walking Constant

Climbing stairs Rare

Crouching Occasional

Bending/Stooping Constant

Reaching Constant

Grasping Constant

Pushing/Pulling Constant

Near Vision Constant

Far Vision Constant

Hearing Constant

Talking Frequently

Smell Constant

Lifting/Carrying(# lbs.) Frequently up to 75 lbs.

Travel Never

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Frequently: noise of machinery, vibrations, dust, chemicals, cold and heat.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Positions directly reporting to this position (titles): Assistant Housekeeping Manager and Executive Housekeeper

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Ability arrive to work on time and when scheduled.
• Ability to stand on feet up to 7 hours a day and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to operate washer and dryer equipment.
• Physically able to move / lift, large, heavy objects such as: linen, linen carts and/or bags of linen
• Physically able to operate cleaning equipment such as: brooms, spray bottles
• Ability to communicate effectively with guests and team members verbally or in written form, over the phone or in person.
• Ability to learn, follow and enforce standards for cleanliness as they apply to the laundry area.
• Ability to follow all safety procedures/standards and able to recognize and act in emergency situations.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS

EDUCATION

High School graduate or equivalent preferred

EXPERIENCE

None

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES

No special licenses or certificates required.

GROOMING

All team members must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance (specific standards available).

OTHER

• Being passionate about people and service.
• Strong communication skills are essential when interacting with guests and employees.
• Reading and writing abilities are used often when completing paperwork, logging issues/complaints/requests/ information updates, etc.
• Basic math skills are used frequently when handling cash or credit.
• Problem-solving, reasoning, motivating, and training abilities are often used.
• Have the ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and/or holidays.

NOTICE:

The hospitality business functions seven days a week, twenty-four hours a day. In addition, this is a hospitality business and a hospitable service atmosphere must be projected at all times.

Upon employment, all employees are required to fully comply with Hilton rules and regulations for the safe and efficient operation of hotel facilities. Employees who violate hotel rules and regulations will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

Amazing Benefits At A Glance:

• Team Driven and Values Based Culture
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Vacation & Holiday Pay
• Same-day pay available
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career Growth Opportunities/ Manager Training Program
• Reduced Room Rates throughout the portfolio
• Third Party Perks (Movie Tickets, Attractions, Other)
• 401(k)
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Parental leave
• Referral program