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What is an ironer and how to become one

Updated January 8, 2025
2 min read
ScoreIronerUS Average
Salary
3.7

Avg. Salary $47,050

Avg. Salary $59,228

Diversity
4.9
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 0.90%

Asian 5.56%

Black or African American 10.34%

Hispanic or Latino 16.19%

Unknown 2.70%

White 64.30%

Gender

female 86.81%

male 13.19%

Age - 50
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 3.00%

Asian 7.00%

Black or African American 14.00%

Hispanic or Latino 19.00%

White 57.00%

Gender

female 47.00%

male 53.00%

Age - 50
Stress level
3.8

Stress level is moderate

7.1 - high

Complexity level
6.1

Complexity level is intermediate

7 - challenging

Work life balance
6.8

Work life balance is good

6.4 - fair

Key steps to become an ironer

  1. Explore ironer education requirements

    Most common ironer degrees

    High School Diploma

    62.9 %

    Diploma

    14.3 %

    Associate

    11.4 %
  2. Start to develop specific ironer skills

    SkillsPercentages
    Clean Linen86.16%
    Dry Fold13.84%
  3. Complete relevant ironer training and internships

    Accountants spend an average of Less than 1 month on post-employment, on-the-job training. New ironers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as an ironer based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real ironer resumes.
  4. Research ironer duties and responsibilities

    • Wash hotel laundry in very big washer and dryers then learned how to do the drycleaning and pressing clothes ..
    • Maintain a positive relationship with patients and coworkers.
    • Maintain a positive relationship with patients and coworkers.
  5. Apply for ironer jobs

    Now it's time to start searching for an ironer job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

    1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
    2. Consult your professional network
    3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
    4. Watch out for job scams

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Average ironer salary

The average ironer salary in the United States is $47,050 per year or $23 per hour. Ironer salaries range between $23,000 and $94,000 per year.

Average ironer salary
$47,050 Yearly
$22.62 hourly

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Updated January 8, 2025

Zippia Research Team
Zippia Team

Editorial Staff

The Zippia Research Team has spent countless hours reviewing resumes, job postings, and government data to determine what goes into getting a job in each phase of life. Professional writers and data scientists comprise the Zippia Research Team.

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