Laundry Machince Operator

• Programs microprocessor controls for aand 800-pound side loading washer extractors which are equipped with an automatic supply dispenser automatic steam injection two speed extractor and manual soap chute.
• Loads and unloads washers using the Gardner Overhead Monorail Hoisting and Stationary System.
• Selects washing formulas based on the soil condition of the items to be processed.
• Monitors automatic laundry product/chemical dispenses to assure washers receive proper quantities of detergents sours softeners and bleach as well as sanitary agents in the appropriate time sequence.
• Observes washers and dryers during operation for possible malfunctions.
• Operate commercial dryers small piece folders blanket folders cross folders/feeders blanket folders flatwork ironers sheet separators and laundry chemical product dispensers.
• Performs other related functions such as checking water levels checking soiled linen chutes transporting soiled linen to sorting area and sorting linen into appropriate category for processing.
• Dyes linen as required by adding correct amount of measured dye monitor washroom supply needs record daily production and logs related equipment malfunctions for maintenance personnel.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Position Description Title/PD#: Laundry Machince Operator/PD13135A
Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• Subject to background/security investigation
• Pre-employment physical required
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements ( Effective May 7 2025 drivers licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)

As a condition of employment for accepting this position you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public determining if your employment advances the public interest we may consider:

• your performance and conduct;
• the needs and interests of the agency;
• whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
• whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your probationary period or trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest.

To qualify for this position applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement 09/29/2026.

EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge skills and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards.

SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements:

• Dexterity and Safety
• Interpret Instructions Specifications (other than blueprint reading)
• Materials
• Operation of Equipment/Machinery
• Technical Practices
• Without more than normal supervision
• Work Practices

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. Peace Corps AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies knowledge and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience.

Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: Incumbent stands or walks on concrete floors continuously. Eye-hand coordination is required to lift
bulk linen items weighing over fifty (50) pounds. There is continuous bending stooping walking and standing required. The laundry facility provides a hot and humid atmosphere and a high level of noise. The potential exists for cuts bruises and minor shocks. Incumbent may also be subject to moving overhead equipment steam exposure to laundry chemical products (detergents bleaches etc) and is routinely subjected to contaminated linen/laundry items which may be infectious. Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to include eye protection or face shields gowns gloves and safety footwear are imperative to protect the incumbent.