Diane Pendergraft
Durham,NC
Summary
Dedicated laundry technician with strong sorting techniques and folding precision. Committed to maintaining cleanliness standards and promoting eco-friendly practices in laundry operations.
Experienced laundry technician proficient in operating commercial laundry equipment and implementing safety regulations. Recognized for attention to detail and collaborative teamwork in achieving high cleanliness standards and efficiency in laundry services.
Results-driven laundry technician known for expertise in sorting and fabric care. Successfully promoted sustainability initiatives and ensured compliance with safety standards, contributing to a positive and efficient work environment.
Experienced with laundry equipment maintenance and fabric care. Utilizes advanced stain removal methods to ensure high-quality results. Knowledge of effective team collaboration and maintaining operational efficiency.
Professional laundry specialist with proven expertise in garment care and fabric maintenance. Demonstrates strong focus on team collaboration and consistently achieves high-quality results. Skilled in operating laundry machinery, troubleshooting equipment issues, and managing workflow efficiently. Adaptable and reliable, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and on time.
Dependable Laundry Worker with solid customer service, communication and relationship-building abilities developed over 14 years of experience in similar roles. Good sorting, documentation and organizing skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Laundry Technician
Hillcrest Raleigh at Crabtree Valley
Raleigh, NC
02.2026 - 04.2026
- Performed regular maintenance on machinery, prolonging equipment life and minimizing repair costs.
- Contributed to a positive work atmosphere by maintaining professional communication with colleagues and supervisors.
- Promoted sustainability initiatives by implementing eco-friendly practices within the laundry facility.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations to maintain a hazard-free workplace.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of laundry area to promote safety and efficiency.
- Sorted, washed, dried, and folded laundry items according to established protocols.
- Operated laundry equipment to ensure efficient cleaning of resident garments and linens.
- Collaborated with team members to address laundry service requests promptly and effectively.
- Maintained laundry equipment for optimal performance, resulting in reduced downtime and increased productivity.
- Managed inventory of cleaning supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels at all times.
- Exceeded cleanliness standards through diligent attention to detail when folding and packaging finished items.
Laundry Technician
Carolina Meadows Retirement Community
Chapel Hill, NC
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Operated laundry equipment to ensure efficient cleaning of resident garments and linens.
- Sorted, washed, dried, and folded laundry items according to established protocols.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of laundry area to promote safety and efficiency.
- Assisted in inventory management of detergents and supplies for optimal operational flow.
Sales Associate
Walgreens
Durham, NC
07.2021 - 03.2023
- Assisted customers in product selection and provided exceptional service to enhance shopping experience.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring optimal stock availability and minimizing shortages.
- Trained new staff on store policies, procedures, and customer service best practices.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems, maintaining cash register integrity.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and improve store performance.
- Implemented promotional displays that increased customer engagement and drove sales growth.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints efficiently, fostering positive relationships and loyalty.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
- Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
Laundry Technician
Treyburn Rehabilitation Center
Durham, NC
08.2016 - 05.2019
- Collaborated with team members to address laundry service requests promptly and effectively.
- Monitored equipment performance, reporting issues for timely maintenance and repairs.
- Implemented best practices for fabric care to extend the lifespan of textiles used by residents.
- Adapted quickly to changing priorities while ensuring high-quality service delivery in time-sensitive situations.
- Set up wash and dry cycles with appropriate settings such as spin speed, temperature, and cleaning agents.
- Assisted with cleaning and maintenance of laundry equipment to keep machines in proper working order.
- Operated laundry equipment and loaded machines, paying careful attention to capacity restrictions.
- Prepared wash solutions and added bleach, detergents and softeners to clean and maintain quality of garments.
- Cleaned machine filters and lubricated equipment.
- Operated laundry equipment to ensure efficient cleaning of resident garments and linens.
- Sorted, washed, dried, and folded laundry items according to established protocols.
Laundry Technician
Durham Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Durham, NC
09.2012 - 04.2016
- Maintained laundry equipment for optimal performance, resulting in reduced downtime and increased productivity.
- Developed expertise in stain removal techniques for various fabric types, improving garment outcomes after laundering services were provided.
- Implemented quality control measures for consistently clean and well-folded linens.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth workflow and meet daily quotas.
- Operated laundry equipment to ensure efficient cleaning of resident garments and linens.
- Sorted, washed, dried, and folded laundry items according to established protocols.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Billing And Coding
Ultimate Medical Academy
Clearwater, FL06-2021
High School Diploma -
Southern High School
Durham06-1994
Skills
- Sorting techniques
- Color separation
- Folding precision
- Ironing proficiency
- Sanitation practices
- Chemical handling
- Washing procedures
- Drying techniques
- Load balancing
- Commercial laundry expertise
- Laundry room organization
- Linen management
- Laundry folding and storage
- Sorting and transport
Timeline
Laundry Technician
Hillcrest Raleigh at Crabtree Valley
02.2026 - 04.2026
Laundry Technician
Carolina Meadows Retirement Community
07.2023 - 07.2024
Sales Associate
Walgreens
07.2021 - 03.2023
Laundry Technician
Treyburn Rehabilitation Center
08.2016 - 05.2019
Laundry Technician
Durham Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
09.2012 - 04.2016
Associate of Science - Medical Billing And Coding
Ultimate Medical Academy
High School Diploma -
Southern High School