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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a Textile Cleaner to join our team and help maintain the quality, appearance, and longevity of garments, linens, and other fabric-based items. In this role, you will be responsible for inspecting textiles, identifying stains and fabric types, selecting appropriate cleaning methods, and ensuring each item is handled with care throughout the cleaning process. The ideal candidate understands the importance of fabric preservation, attention to detail, and consistent quality standards in a fast-paced service environment.
A Textile Cleaner works with a wide range of materials, including delicate fabrics, everyday clothing, uniforms, household linens, and specialty textile items. Success in this position requires knowledge of cleaning agents, stain-removal techniques, washing and drying procedures, and safe operation of cleaning equipment. You will also be expected to follow health and safety procedures, maintain a clean workspace, and contribute to efficient workflow from intake to final inspection.
This position is well suited to someone who is dependable, organized, and committed to delivering excellent results. You should be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team, managing multiple items at once while maintaining accuracy and care. Strong observational skills are important, as you will need to assess fabric condition, recognize special care instructions, and identify when repairs, re-cleaning, or alternative treatment methods may be needed.
In addition to technical cleaning tasks, the Textile Cleaner may support customer service by helping explain garment care recommendations, processing orders, and ensuring customer items are returned in excellent condition. A professional attitude, respect for customer property, and a focus on service quality are essential. Employers may provide training on specific machinery and internal procedures, but prior experience with textile care, laundry operations, dry cleaning, or garment handling is highly valued.
This role offers an opportunity to contribute directly to customer satisfaction and operational quality. Whether working in a dry-cleaning facility, commercial laundry, hotel operation, healthcare linen service, or textile restoration environment, the Textile Cleaner plays a key role in preserving cleanliness, presentation, and usability. Candidates who take pride in careful work, understand fabric care standards, and are motivated by reliable, hands-on responsibilities are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
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- Sort items by fabric type, color, and required cleaning method.
- Apply appropriate stain-removal treatments using approved products and techniques.
- Operate washing, drying, pressing, and finishing equipment safely and efficiently.
- Perform quality checks to ensure cleaned items meet company standards.
- Package, label, and prepare finished items for pickup, delivery, or storage.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations and equipment.
- Follow safety procedures when handling chemicals and machinery.
- Report damaged items, equipment issues, or unusual fabric conditions to supervisors.
- Assist with order tracking and workflow coordination during busy periods.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
- Previous experience in laundry, dry cleaning, or textile care is an advantage.
- Basic knowledge of fabric types and garment care instructions.
- Ability to operate cleaning and finishing equipment safely.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Physical ability to stand for long periods and lift moderate loads.
- Good time management and ability to handle repetitive tasks efficiently.
- Understanding of workplace safety and chemical handling procedures.
- Reliable attendance and punctuality.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have with textile cleaning or garment care?
- How do you identify the correct cleaning method for different fabrics?
- Have you worked with stain-removal products or dry-cleaning equipment before?
- How do you ensure quality and consistency when handling large volumes of items?
- What steps do you take when you notice damage or unusual fabric conditions?
- Are you comfortable standing for long periods and performing physical tasks?
- How do you prioritize tasks during busy production periods?
- What safety practices do you follow when handling cleaning chemicals?
- Can you describe a time when attention to detail helped you avoid an error?
- Are you available to work flexible shifts, including weekends if needed?
