Job Title
Laundry Technician I
Agency
Texas A&M University
Department
Vet Med-Teaching Hospital
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
College Station, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
Who we are
The Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) is an institution that represents 100 years of growth from a small school of veterinary medicine in 1916 to its present role as a major veterinary educational, medical, and research center. Today, we are one of the largest schools of veterinary medicine in the United States, training nearly 600 Doctor of Veterinary Medicine students each year. We support collaboration and teamwork that turns today's discoveries into proactive solutions for animals, humans, and the environment. Together, we strive to support the goals of the faculty, staff and students in teaching, research and outreach programs. To learn more, please visit our website https://vetmed.tamu.edu/
What we want
The Laundry Technician I position performs laundry services for the Large and Small Animal Hospitals, and other labs and safety operates various sterilization equipment. Responsibilities include washing, drying, folding, and ironing of laundry items, wrapping items for sterilization, and operating various sterilizing equipment.
What you need to know
Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience.
Required Education and Experience:
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Basic computer skills in word processing, spreadsheets, and billing entry.
Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
Preferred Qualifications:
Working knowledge of washers, dryers and sterilization equipment.
One year of experience within the Texas A&M University System.
Responsibilities:
Laundry Duties : Operates commercial washer and dryer. Washes, dries, and folds laundry items for the Small and Large Animal Hospitals and other labs. Folds and organizes scrubs, lab coats, towels, and other laundered items into tidy groups to be transported. Irons and hangs clothing items. Documents proper load information. Assists with training new team members.
Maintain safe, clean, sanitary work environment: Maintains a sanitary and well-organized service area. Uses proper PPE and follow safety guidelines when handling soiled/infectious items. Performs daily, weekly, and periodic cleaning of the areas. Leaves the department clean at the end of the shift. Learns MSDS guidelines of chemicals used within the service and use proper chemicals for cleaning. Disinfect washers, dryers, and autoclaves. Cleans the filters of washers and dryers. Properly changes chemicals as needed.
Required training, compliance, and administrative procedures: Restocks supplies. Maintains and remains current with all required training by Texas A&M and VMTH. Follows all Texas A&M and VMTH policies and procedures. Enters all time and leave requests to the direct supervisor promptly. Communicates via various media throughout the shift or while on-call according to protocol (ex: text, Microsoft Teams, GroupMe, e-mail, etc). Assists in maintaining compliance for AAHA/AVMA/IACUC/AALAC/USDA surveys. Troubleshoots equipment and reports unresolved issues to the designated resource or supervisor. Follows protocols and policies to request supplies. Performs other duties as assigned.
Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.