The opportunity

Delaware North Parks and Resorts is hiring a seasonal Laundry Worker to join our team at Big Meadows Lodge in Shenandoah National Park, Virginia. If sorting and cleaning an ever-changing load with collaborative team members engages you, try giving our team a spin! As a Laundry Worker, you will be responsible for operating large commercial washers and dryers according to safety standards. If you are detail-oriented and take pride in your work, apply now.

Pay $17.75 - $17.75 / hour

Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer.

What we offerWeekly payFree shift meal for local team members, or free daily meals available for team members in employee housingEmployee discounts - 30% off most itemsReferral bonus – earn $200 for each eligible referralTraining and development with opportunities for internal mobility and growth, including the chance to work at our other locations nationwide

Note: Additional benefits, including insurance and vacation, are available for eligible year-round positions at other Delaware North properties

Life in Shenandoah National Park

Looking for a new adventure? Be part of a tight-knit team fortunate enough to live and work in the natural wonder of Shenandoah National Park. With a great work/life balance, you can spend your time off exploring the over 500 miles of hiking trails.

Low-cost, recently updated dormitory housing available for $100/ week, including utilities and wi-fi, and free daily meals available for individuals who reside 50-plus miles from their worksiteFree rides to Luray for team members living in employee housingShared fire pit area for use in the dorm areaMeet guests and fellow team members from around the globeTons of outdoor activities, including camping, rock climbing, repelling, cycling, fishing, horseback riding

What will you do?Communicate with Office Coordinator or Laundry Supervisor regarding Housemen needs for linens for the floors and cottageOperate and tend the machines including washing and drying articles, such as sheets, draperies, linens, and carpets ensuring the correct volume of detergent, water, bleach, starch, and other additives are used as neededSort, count and put away articles removed from dryers, maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the laundry closetInspect soiled articles to determine sources of stains, locate color imperfections, and to identify items requiring special treatmentIron or press articles, fabrics, banquet linens, napkins, spa linen using hand irons or pressing machinesRecord all loads washed and dried to calculate productivity including loss of linens due to stains, tears and wear

More about youAbility to work effectively with others in fast-paced environments, using effective communication skills with guests and team membersBasic math skillsLaundry worker experience in a hotel or other high-volume location is beneficialNo experience or diploma required

Physical requirementsExposure to varying temperatures depending on weather and how many machines are in operation at any given timeFrequent standing, bending, walking, and lifting during shifts

Shift details

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Who we are

Shenandoah National Park offers over 200,000 acres of protected lands with lots to explore including cascading waterfalls, spectacular vistas, and quiet wooded hollows. It’s a great place to hike, camp, bike, fish, take photographs or go canoeing. We offer on-site housing and a free meal during every shift.

Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you’re not just part of a team — you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.

Who says you can\u2019t love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you\u2019re interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we\u2019re invested in helping you achieve your career goals.

Together, we\u2019re shaping the future of hospitality \u2014 come grow with us!

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