
Washer Specialist
- Reference:
- 2342
- Recruiter:
- Viking
- Category:
- Housekeeping Jobs
- Published:
- July 17, 2017
Vessel type: Ocean-going cruise ship
Purpose of Position
Reporting to the Laundry Master
Supervise the use of the washing machine
Your Responsibilities
- Use specialized expertise to clean any stains that washing machine cannot wash off.
- Prepares schedule and priority of wash cycles to meet timelines required for service areas and guests.
- Manages the washing process, including the use of properly weighted loads, and maintaining a clean and safe wash area.
- Holds responsible for the laundering of all onboard linen, guest’s clothes, and uniforms.
- Maintains proper supplies.
- Responsible for daily inspections and reporting maintenance needs of washing machines.
- Ensure efficient collection, sorting, cleaning, and distribution of laundry from the wash area.
- Responsible for the proper use of chemicals and disposed of according to the approved chemical list.
- Responsible for final inspection of linens & garments before & after washing.
- Monitor the chemicals inventory and report to Laundry Master daily.
- Inform the Laundry Master about any leaking valves, damaged insulation, air and water path or problems with safety mechanisms.
- Operate in line with all USPH, Environmental, Safety and Security Policy.
- Perform other duties as assigned by Landry Master or the Executive Housekeeper
Your Profile
- Minimum 3-4 years of experience in a laundry as a laundryman including 2 years in washing department on board.
- English knowledge
- Specialized expertise in stain removal.
- Understand of various stains & chemical reactions.
- Understand various differentiate of fabrics.
- Know the operation system of the washers and dryers.
Language Requirements
Good knowledge of the English language is required.

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