<p>Position Summary</p> <p>As a Laundry Worker, you will perform duties in the laundry washroom, folding room and the central linen area. These duties include sorting, folding, counting and weighing shelf linen, loading linen carts for delivery and operating washing and drying machines.</p> <p>Salary Information</p> <p>The starting pay is $16.18 per hour, plus excellent benefits. There is a $.80 night differential and a $.80 weekend differential, which will be combined for $1.60 when working nights on weekends. A 12-month probationary period is required.</p> <p>Pay for current or former state employees will be set based on the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction. These positions are in pay schedule and range 03/08.</p> <p>Job Details</p> <p>All applicants who may be appointed will be required to allow DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled.</p> <p>All appointees will be required to receive a TB test, which will be administered by CWC or medical personnel approved by the facility prior to their start date.</p> <p>These positions have physical requirements which may include but are not limited to lifting up to 55 pounds, twisting, bending, crawling, crouching, and climbing ladders.</p> <p>DHS does not sponsor work visas for these positions, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire.</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Minimally qualified applicants will have:</p> <ul> <li>The ability to work independently without supervision, and as an effective member of a team. </li><li>The ability to work scheduled hours which include four 10-hour shifts per week and every other weekend. Occasional morning and evening hours as well as holidays may be required. </li><li>Written and oral communication skills. </li></ul> <p>Well-qualified applicants will also have:</p> <ul> <li>Experience performing laundry duties such as washing, sorting, and folding. </li><li>Conflict resolution skills. </li></ul> <p>How To Apply</p> <p>Applying is easy! Click "Apply for Job" to start your application process. Sign in to your account or create an account before applying for the job. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.</p> <p>Helpful Information:</p> <ul> <li>Once your application is submitted, no changes are allowed. Click "Save" to allow changes to your application as needed before submitting by the deadline. </li><li>You may want to save a copy of the job posting for referencing after the deadline. </li><li>Please monitor your email for communications related to this position. </li><li>Current or former permanent, classified, state employees must complete the online application process to be considered. </li><li>If viewing through an external site, please apply directly at Wisc.Jobs. </li><li>For technical assistance and general information, please see Frequently Asked Questions. For questions about the position, to request a copy of the full position description, or for other employment inquiries, please contact DHSCWCHumanResources@dhs.wisconsin.gov. </li></ul> <p>DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on veterans' hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran's affairs, click here.</p> <p>Deadline to Apply</p> <p>Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled.</p> <p>Applicants are strongly encouraged to allow ample time to finalize their applications keeping in mind that technical assistance is only available Monday through Friday 7:45 am - 4:30 pm.</p>