How do they match: Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Workers

  • Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Workers

  • Soil Checker
  • Cleaner and Dyer
  • Cleaner and Presser
  • Fur Glazing and Polishing Machine Operator
  • Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Machine Operator
  • Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Machine Tender

  • Inspect soiled articles to determine sources of stains, to locate color imperfections, and to identify items requiring special treatment.
  • Mix bleaching agents with hot water in vats, and soak material until it is bleached.
  • Operate dry-cleaning machines to clean soiled articles.
  • Rinse articles in water and acetic acid solutions to remove excess dye and to fix colors.
  • Spray steam, water, or air over spots to flush out chemicals, dry material, raise naps, or brighten colors.
  • Spread soiled articles on work tables, and position stained portions over vacuum heads or on marble slabs.
  • Start washers, dry cleaners, driers, or extractors, and turn valves or levers to regulate machine processes and the volume of soap, detergent, water, bleach, starch, and other additives.

  • Apply water or solutions to fabrics or apparel.