Job Title
Laundry TechnicianPay Rate Min to Mid Range
Time Type
Full timeSummary
Under direct supervision, is responsible for laundry exchange and dispensing uniforms, bedding and other linen in a detention facility; assists in maintaining adequate supply of uniforms and linen; supervises inmate workers; report writing of incidents, particularly destruction of County property, and performs related duties as required.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Conducts daily clothing and bedding exchange for detainees in their living quarters
Receives soiled uniforms, bedding and other linen issued to detainees
Maintain laundry exchange record sheet
Monitor inmate work teams stocking the laundry carts
Monitor inmate work teams laundering soiled uniforms and linens
Maintains cleanliness of laundry area
Performs other duties as required
Minimum Qualifications:
High School or General Education Development (GED) certificate
Knowledge of basic laundering techniques
Ability to understand and follow instructions; ability to maintain records and documents; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, County employees and detainees
Must have a valid driver’s license
Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance
Must clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test
Required to work weekends, holidays and perform shift work
May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek
Working Environment and Physical Demands:
Working conditions are inside an industrial laundry within a jail environment; exposure to damp/wet conditions with limited exposure to hazardous laundry chemicals, noxious odors and fumes
Frequently moves items weighing up to 15 pounds
Occasionally moves items weighing up to 60 pounds
Occasionally moves about the laundry room
Frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information
Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery
Positions self to perform essential functions
Must be able to remain in a stationary position
Working With Bexar County
Bexar County offers employees a competitive salary, retirement, and benefits. Many employee benefits are available to an employee’s spouse/plus one qualifying adult and dependent child(ren). Employee benefits are strategically designed to support an employee and family, work/life balance.
Employee Benefits | Bexar County, TX - Official Website
Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.
We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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