Laundry Worker - Temporary
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*This is a temporary position that will last less than 12 months and is not eligible for benefits. Temporary employees will be considered for full-time positions when they are available.
The University of Georgia is a nonsmoking campus.
Communication about this position will be handled through email. Please check your email for information and interview requests.
The University of Georgia is a nonsmoking campus.
Communication about this position will be handled through email. Please check your email for information and interview requests.
Posting Details
Position Details
Posting Number | G/R18081P |
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Working Title | Laundry Worker - Temporary |
Department | PSO-Cont Ed-Aux Oper-Hotel |
About the University of Georgia | Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens. |
About the College/Unit/Department | The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel is hiring motivated, dependable, and team-orientated individuals for jobs that advance UGA’s mission of Public Service and Outreach. The Georgia Center, located on campus across from Stegeman Coliseum, is the campus hub for the development and administration of non-credit professional and continuing education courses as well as home of the only on-campus hotel. |
College/Unit/Department website | www.georgiacenter.uga.edu |
Employment Type | Employee |
Additional Schedule Information | Up to 40 hours per week based on business needs. Must be able to work any day of the week, including weekends and holidays. Normal business hours are Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm and Saturday-Sunday, 9am-5:30pm but may change for football and special events. May be required to work when the University is closed. |
Advertised Salary | Commensurate with experience, $15.40 per hour minimum |
Anticipated Start Date | 07/17/2022 |
Posting Date | 07/06/2022 |
Closing Date | |
Open Until Filled | Yes |
Special Instructions to Applicants | *This is a temporary position that will last less than 12 months and is not eligible for benefits. Temporary employees will be considered for full-time positions when they are available. The University of Georgia is a nonsmoking campus. Communication about this position will be handled through email. Please check your email for information and interview requests. |
Location of Vacancy | Athens Area |
EOO Statement | The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). |
USG Core Values Statement | The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. |
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities | Sort, wash, dry, and fold linen and terry. Remove dirty linens and trash from hotel rooms, housekeeping carts, and hallways. Serve as a lead person on assignments and may assist in training. |
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Percentage of time | 80 |
Duties/Responsibilities | Maintain the laundry equipment and facility. |
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Percentage of time | 10 |
Duties/Responsibilities | Assist with other departmental duties such as houseperson, hotel cleaning, and public areas. |
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Percentage of time | 5 |
Duties/Responsibilities | Participate in training sessions and departmental meetings, and other duties as assigned. |
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Percentage of time | 5 |
Position Details
Position Information
Classification Title | Temporary Service/Maintenance |
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FLSA | Non-Exempt |
UGA Job Code | |
FTE | 1.00 |
Minimum Qualifications | |
Position Summary | A laundry worker ensures that guests always have clean, fresh linen and terry. This position is responsible for sorting, washing, drying, and folding linen and towels, maintaining the laundry facility, and stocking housekeeping closets. This position is responsible for providing outstanding customer service and contributing to the success of the housekeeping department. |
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position | High school diploma or GED. Laundry experience. Customer service/guest interaction experience. |
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies | Dependable, responsible, honest, strong work ethic, positive attitude, work independently and as part of team; work under time constraints and in a fast-paced environment; Understand and speak English; Attitude, initiative and interest in job details will be considered on an equal basis with related experience. |
Physical Demands | Employees stand/walk for long periods of time; climb stairs; reach, bend, stoop, kneel, squat, and work with hands; see dust, hair lint, and dirt; smell odors to identify the source to clean; work in a small/tight spaces (between beds and walls in hotel rooms, storage closets, etc.); lift or move at least 30 pounds; and push/pull wheeled carts weighing up to 75 pounds. |
Is this a Position of Trust? | Yes |
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? | No |
Does this position require a P-Card? | No |
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? | No |
Is driving a requirement of this position? | No |
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? | No |
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) | Yes |
Background Investigation Policy | Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website. |
Contact Information
Recruitment Contact
Contact Details | For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below. |
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Recruitment Contact Name | Leta Salazar |
Recruitment Contact Email | leta.salazar@georgiacenter.uga.edu |
Recruitment Contact Phone | 17065423403 |
Posting Specific Questions
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How did you hear about this job opportunity at the Georgia Center for Continuing Education and Hotel?
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- Department of Labor
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter