Laundry Worker, Skyland Lodge at Delaware North

Overview:

Delaware North Parks and Resorts is hiring a seasonal Laundry Worker to join our team at Skyland Lodge in Shenandoah National Park, Virginia. If sorting and cleaning an ever-changing load with collaborative team members engages you, try giving our team a spin! As a Laundry Worker, you will be responsible for operating large commercial washers and dryers according to safety standards. If you are detail-oriented and take pride in your work, apply now.

Additional Details:

• Weekly pay
• Free shift meal for local team members, or free daily meals available for team members in employee housing
• Employee discounts - 30% off most items
• Referral bonus – earn $200 for each eligible referral
• Training and development with opportunities for internal mobility and growth, including the chance to work at our other locations nationwide

Note: Additional benefits, including insurance and vacation, are available for eligible year-round positions at other Delaware North properties

Life in Shenandoah National Park

Looking for a new adventure? Be part of a tight-knit team fortunate enough to live and work in the natural wonder of Shenandoah National Park. With a great work/life balance, you can spend your time off exploring the over 500 miles of hiking trails.

• Low-cost, recently updated dormitory housing available for $100/ week, including utilities and wi-fi, and free daily meals available for individuals who reside 50-plus miles from their worksite
• Free rides to Luray for team members living in employee housing
• Shared fire pit area for use in the dorm area
• Meet guests and fellow team members from around the globe
• Tons of outdoor activities, including camping, rock climbing, rappelling, cycling, fishing, and  horseback riding

Unit Description:

Shenandoah National Park offers over 200,000 acres of protected lands with lots to explore including cascading waterfalls, spectacular vistas, and quiet wooded hollows. It’s a great place to hike, camp, bike, fish, take photographs or go canoeing. We offer on-site housing and a free meal during every shift.

Responsibilities:

• Communicate with the Office Coordinator or the Laundry Supervisor regarding Housemen's needs for linens for the floors and the cottage
• Operate and tend the machines, including washing and drying articles, such as sheets, draperies, linens, and carpets, ensuring the correct volume of detergent, water, bleach, starch, and other additives are used as needed
• Sort, count, and put away articles removed from dryers, maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the laundry closet
• Inspect soiled articles to determine sources of stains, locate color imperfections, and identify items requiring special treatment
• Iron or press articles, fabrics, banquet linens, napkins, spa linens, using hand irons or pressing machines
• Record all loads washed and dried to calculate productivity, including loss of linens due to stains, tears, and wear

Qualifications:

• Ability to work effectively with others in fast-paced environments, using effective communication skills with guests and team members
• Basic math skills
• Laundry worker experience in a hotel or other high-volume location is beneficial
• No experience or diploma required

Physical Requirements:

• Exposure to varying temperatures depending on weather and how many machines are in operation at any given time
• Frequent standing, bending, walking, and lifting during shifts

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