Laundry/Service Technician

Key Performance Areas:

Chemical Stock Room:

• Ensure chemical storage areas are always neat and tidy.
• Pack stock in relevant / allocated areas upon receipt.
• Ensure proper stock rotation and storage of detergents.
• Keep a record of all stock received.
• Return all empty containers and keep a record.
• Record detergents issued to departments – i.e. Stock Tanks, Spotting Room, Guest Laundry, Garments & Hospitality.
• Conduct a weekly stock count and submit it to Management.

In Plant Chemicals - Mixing Tanks, 200lt and 25lt Drums:

• Perform daily checks to ensure chemical mixing tanks and chemical dosing pumps are in good working order. Report and repair any abnormalities if possible.
• Check and ensure chemical stock tanks have sufficient stock to supply the plant – mix stock solution and transfer to holding tank.
• Check all 200lt drum levels and replace where necessary.
• Check all 25lt drum levels and replace where necessary.
• Always ensure good housekeeping practices by discarding empty plastic bags and place empty drums in the designated collection cage for collection. 
• Always Ensure Health & Safety practices, wearing PPE where applicable.
• Wash and clean chemical mixing tanks at least once a week.
• Clean and wipe down chemical dosing equipment weekly.
• Confirm Alkalinity of Stock Solution after every mix and record the result in file.
• Check all feed and delivery chemical lines on a regular basis for leaks / wear and tear. Replace if necessary.

Chemical Flow Rates & Alkalinities

• Check and record Chemical Diaphragm Pump flow rates monthly. Report any deviations immediately.
• Check and record Chemical Peristaltic Pumps flow rates monthly. Replace worn tubes as and when needed.
• Perform and record pH and alkalinity readings on incoming recycled water three (3x) daily.
• Conduct daily Alkalinity checks CBW’s – Alkalinities need to be done daily on both the Garment and Hospitality CBW’s and recorded. Any deviation from the standard / required alkalinities must be reported immediately.
• Perform weekly Alkalinity checks 200kg Milnors and record the results. Any deviation from the standard / required alkalinities must be reported.
• Check and record flow rates and alkalinities of Guest Laundry / Smaller Washer Extractors on a monthly basis.  Replace worn tubes on a as and when needed basis.

General:

• Continuously (Daily) observe the general quality of the washed linen / garments in the plant. Report any abnormalities immediately.
• Ensure machine operators are using the correct wash programs for the classifications processed.
• Regular Reflectometer Readings on linen to be done and recorded.
• Maintain a respectful, honest and dedicated attitude towards customers and general staff as a supplier.

       Ad hoc Duties

• Assist with other duties and or technical work off site as needed.

Personal Attributes

• Presentable with excellent communication and coordinating skills.
• Ability to produce accurate results within prescribed deadlines.
• Ability to work independently but also as a team player.
• Be able to cope well under pressure.
• Methodical, systematic and analytical minded.
• Positive, self-motivated and confident approach to work and colleagues.
• Emotional maturity and professional integrity.
• Excellent spoken and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Honest and reliable.

Experience and Qualifications

• Grade 12
• Ability to roll-up sleeves and work with team members.
• Ability to lift, pull and manage equipment and /or chemical products where necessary.
• Experience in the installation and maintenance of laundry dosing equipment.
• Programming of laundry machines.
• The installation of dish machine and chemical dosing units.
• Knowledge of the maintenance and repairs of industrial dish-machines.
• A keen eye for detail and desire to probe further into data.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transport.

Computer Literacy 

• Intermediate knowledge of other MS Office packages (e.g. Word, Power Point etc.)
• Intermediate knowledge of virtual programs (e.g. MS Teams, Zoom etc.)