How to hire a laundry press operator

How to hire a laundry press operator, step by step

Here's a step-by-step laundry press operator hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a laundry press operator job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new laundry press operator
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The laundry press operator hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   A laundry press operator's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, laundry press operators from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   Here's a comparison of laundry press operator salaries for various roles:

   Type of Laundry Press Operator	Description	Hourly rate
   Laundry Press Operator		$12-18
   Laundry Aide	A laundry aide works in a laundry shop providing help in all aspects of cleaning the laundry. The laundry aide helps wash, iron, sort, and fold clothes... Show more	$10-16
   Operator	Operators are skilled workers who are in charge of working on an industrial machine or a specific aspect of the manufacturing business. They are trained to operate machines, learning how to use them... Show more	$12-25

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Customer Service

   Responsibilities:

   • Assist in social media efforts, including maintenance of company Facebook page and implementation of Facebook marketing campaigns using third-party apps.
   • Operate irons, steamers and folding machines.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your laundry press operator job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A laundry press operator can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, laundry press operators' average salary in arizona is 43% less than in montana.
   • Seniority. Entry-level laundry press operators 36% less than senior-level laundry press operators.
   • Certifications. A laundry press operator with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a laundry press operator's salary.

   Average laundry press operator salary

   $15.22hourly

   $31,652 yearly

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   Entry-level laundry press operator salary

   $25,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 17, 2025

4. Writing a laundry press operator job description

   A good laundry press operator job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a laundry press operator job description:

   Laundry press operator job description example

   About us
   
   As the world's largest family of luxury hotels, we all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental brand. Shaped by decades of international know-how and local insights, our passion for luxury travel spans cultures and customs. Inspiring us to create warm and sophisticated experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on the world.
   
   A Shining Star Among Downtown Miami Hotels, the InterContinental Miami features the city's premier accommodations, convention, and meeting facilities. Overlooking sparkling Biscayne Bay, we provide a secure, inviting environment in a well-established area of the city. Priding ourselves on being **ONE GREAT TEAM,** sixth year in a row honored one of the **TOP WORKPLACES** of South Florida by the Sun Sentinel.
   
   Day to day
   
   As a **Valet Presser** - you'll complete pressing duties and pick-up and deliver guests' laundry and dry cleaning in a timely manner.
   
   **DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:**
   
   + Complete all procedures relating to the pick-up and delivery of guest laundry and valet, which may include, guest interaction, recording of special requests, and spot-checking of laundry.
   
   + Complete the administrative duties relating to guest valet received and prepare for dispatch.
   
   + Conduct quality control on guest items - ensure all pieces have been returned and tags have been removed.
   
   + Complete duties relating to the cleaning & pressing and/or dry cleaning of guest laundry. (This includes quality control, laundering, and pressing items. If outsourced, verify with Laundry Contractor if guest orders are picked up and received). Each party to initial Guest Valet log.
   
   + Sort food & beverage linen and record number of pieces of each item or weigh and record bins.
   
   + Sort and record discarded linen into categories.
   
   + Complete the cleaning duties relating to the maintenance and organization of the Laundry Room (this includes dusting overhead pipes, sweeping, mopping, and other related duties).
   
   + Reports damages and loss of linen to the Manager.
   
   + Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments.
   
   + Assist with other duties which may include duties of the Linen Attendant during his/her absence, or inventory duties.
   
   Requirements
   
   Basic reading, writing, and math skills. Some laundry experience and ability to speak English preferred.
   
   This job requires ability to perform the following:
   
   + Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 75 pounds and pushing and or pulling approximately 400 pounds
   
   + Frequently standing up and moving about the work area
   
   + Frequently handling objects and equipment to maintain the facility
   
   + Frequently bending, stooping, and kneeling
   
   + Frequently working in areas of high temperatures around heavy equipment
   
   Other:
   
   + Communication skills are utilized a when interacting other employees and supervisor.
   
   + Reading and writing abilities and basic math skills are utilized when determining amounts of chemicals to treat laundry and stains and logging appropriate poundage.
   
   Benefits
   
   In return we will give you a competitive financial and benefits package which may include healthcare support, dental, vision, disability and life insurance support, and a matching 401k plan. Hotel discounts worldwide are available as well as access to a wide variety of discount programs and the chance to work with a great team of people. Most importantly, we'll give you the room to be yourself.
   
   IHG is an equal opportunity employer: Minorities/ Females/ Veterans/ Disabled.

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find laundry press operators for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your laundry press operator job on Zippia to find and recruit laundry press operator candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit laundry press operators, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new laundry press operator

   Once you've selected the best laundry press operator candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new laundry press operator. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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