Occupation

811332 Laundry Worker

Latest release
OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
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Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

811332 Laundry Worker

Sorts, cleans, irons, presses, folds and packages linen, clothing and other garments in a commercial laundry or private residence.

Specialisations

  • Folding Machine Operator
  • Hospital Linen Worker
  • Ironer or Presser
  • Linen Sorter

Skill level: 5

Main tasks

  • Sorts and separates soiled linen, clothing and other articles by type, colour and hygiene requirements
  • Mixes and adds detergents, dyes, bleaches, starches and other chemicals used in the cleaning process
  • Operates washing machines, dryers and other laundry equipment to clean and dry linen, clothing and other articles
  • Irons and presses clothing, garments and other articles using steam irons or pressing machines
  • Checks clothing, linen, fabrics and other articles for damage or defects
  • Folds or hangs garments, fabrics or other articles for storage or delivery
  • May perform minor repairs or alterations to clothing, linen or other articles