Laundry Folder

Career Guide

A Laundry Folder sorts, folds, and prepares clean linens and garments for delivery or storage. The role focuses on speed, consistency, cleanliness, and safe handling of items in busy laundry operations such as hotels, hospitals, and commercial laundries.

Key Responsibilities

Sort clean items by type, size, and destination
Fold linens and garments to set standards
Inspect items for stains, damage, or missing pieces
Match items into complete sets such as sheets and pillowcases
Label and bundle items for distribution
Count items and record totals when required
Maintain a clean and organized folding area
Follow hygiene rules for handling clean linens
Follow safety practices for lifting, repetitive motion, and equipment areas
Communicate shortages or quality issues to a supervisor

Top Skills for Success

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Reliability

Teamwork

Communication

Physical Stamina

Hand Dexterity

Quality Control

Sorting Accuracy

Workplace Safety

Career Progression

Can Lead To

Laundry Attendant

Laundry Presser

Housekeeping Attendant

Laundry Team Lead

Transition Opportunities

Laundry Supervisor

Housekeeping Supervisor

Facilities Services Worker

Inventory Clerk

Common Skill Gaps

Often Missing Skills

Consistent Folding StandardsSpeed Without ErrorsSafe Lifting TechniqueBasic Record KeepingDefect Spotting

Development SuggestionsAsk for the folding standard guide and practice to a timed target while keeping accuracy high. Learn safe lifting and workstation setup to reduce strain. Request cross training in sorting, tagging, and delivery prep to broaden your options for advancement.

Salary & Demand

Median Salary Range

Entry LevelUnited States: 13 to 16 USD per hour

Mid LevelUnited States: 16 to 19 USD per hour

Senior LevelUnited States: 19 to 23 USD per hour

Growth Trend

Stable demand. Hiring is driven by hotels, healthcare facilities, senior living, and commercial laundry services. Turnover can be moderate, so openings are common.

Companies Hiring

Major Employers

HiltonMarriott InternationalHyattHCA HealthcareKaiser PermanenteAramarkSodexoElis

Industry Sectors

Hotels and ResortsHospitals and ClinicsSenior LivingCommercial Laundry ServicesUniform ServicesCruise LinesSpas and Wellness CentersCorrectional Facilities

Recommended Next Steps

Create a simple resume that highlights reliability, shift flexibility, and accuracy

Track a few weekly metrics such as bundles completed and error rate to show improvement

Ask for cross training in sorting, counting, and distribution

Review workplace safety rules and apply consistent lifting habits

Apply to larger operations such as hospitals and hotel laundry teams for steadier hours and clearer promotion paths