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Linen Porter/Wash Person

Salem Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Salem
81 Highland Avenue (Show on map)
Nov 03, 2025
Summary Responsible to handle, inspect and process new and clean linen stocks and assembles linen packs and issues linen. Also cleans the work area and performs any related tasks as assigned or instructed Does this position require Patient Care? No Essential Functions -Maintains equipment and the laundry areas, cleans and keeps areas in a neat, orderly and safe manner. Stacks linens by folding items. -Maximizes laundry production by monitoring workload requirements, equipment capacity, and operator availability. -Transports laundry containers of soiled linen and clean linen carts -Checks stock and notifies Supervisor of supply needs Education High School Diploma or Equivalent Preferred Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? yes Licenses and Credentials Experience laundry/housekeeping experience 0-1 year preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Knowledge of laundry procedures required. - Possess the ability to work in a self-supervised capacity on weekends and holidays. - Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions. Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Occasionally (3-33%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Occasionally (3-33%) Reaching Occasionally (3-33%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%) North Shore Medical Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.