Laundry Worker/Driver (Full-Time) This position is located in Upper Marlboro, MD. The core working hours are adjustable and Monday through Friday. The rate of pay is $17.20 per hour. This position requires a valid Drivers License. Under the supervision of the Lead Worker, the Laundry Worker performs assigned laundry, custodial and maintenance tasks necessary to support Facility Management Services Operations. The incumbent will be responsible for the daily collection, loading, unloading and laundry of articles from contract sites. Pre-employment criminal background checks and drug testing are required. Key responsibilities include: Provides collection, sorting and processing of all articles to be laundered Loads or unloads (manually and/or automated) trucks or other transportation devices Ensures safe conditions exist at all times in and around vehicle while in operation Follows State, Federal and local rules and regulations regarding vehicle operation and material transport Drives assigned route to all locations and collects, loads and unloads materials as required Maintains accurate, complete mileage and collection information per contract requirements Performs daily pre and post trip inspections of truck fluids, batteries, tires and safety equipment Ensures equipment safety precautions are exercised to prevent damage in the performance of collection Immediately reports any accidents, damage, collision, injury, etc., through the appropriate reporting process Ensures that all fire and safety precautions are strictly adhered to and material handling and delivery equipment are properly utilized Ensures laundry is completed in a timely and efficient manner Other duties as assigned Supervision received by the Lead Worker. Physical qualifications include: The incumbent must be able to stand 80% of the work time, walk 15%, and sit 5% He/She must be able to lift/carry 50 pounds and push/pull 50 pounds in order to clean work areas and handle supplies and equipment Must be able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach and handle All of these requirements are necessary for using ladders and stairs, cleaning low areas, high areas, benches and corners Must be able to communicate with supervisors and co-workers; must be able to see, have depth perception and tell colors for safety reasons and to distinguish between chemicals Qualifications required: High School Diploma or equivalent required Must have three to six months training or experience, or be capable of learning to perform the essential functions Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a good driving record Melwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free workplace Pre-employment background checks, and drug testing including E-Verify, are required for all employment positions