The incumbent will work in a semi-automated laundry processing approximately six (6) million pounds of linen annually. The linen is received through two (2) VA Medical Centers and Department of Labor Sharing Agreements. Included in the duties will be sorting linen by classification and customer, correctly identifying personal clothing and maintaining accurate counts preventing loss or mixing customer's linen. To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. 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: Interpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading) 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. ["Duties include but not limited to: Deliver linen of a predetermined quota to patient areas throughout our medical center. Soiled linen will be picked up in bags following prescribed techniques of Universal Precautions. Separate soiled textiles into appropriate categories prior to washing. Handle soiled linen as infectious and wear protective clothing as required. Separate, fold, tie and/or stack rough dry textiles by category utilizing power equipment as needed. Must be cross-trained in all techniques and laundry procedures. Process flatwork and/or finishing equipment, including stacking and loading items on carts. Operate tunnel finisher and auto valet uniform dispensing system. Perform various linen duties including counting, inventorying, and weighing. Maintain a neat, clean and organized work environment to ensure productivity and efficiency. Perform routine cleaning assignments within the Laundry. All reports and work assignments are completed with accuracy, free from errors and meet established timeframes. Notifying his/her supervisor when encountering difficulties in accomplishing all work assignments or unfinished work. Work Schedule: Various tours time including weekend and holidays Position Description Title/PD#: Laundry Worker/PD025460 Physical Requirements: Incumbent is subject to continuous standing, walking, bending, and lifting. Must be able to lift and carry textiles up to fifty (50) pounds. Position requires individual to push or pull soiled and clean laundry carts to and from various locations within the medical center."]
The Veterans Health Administration is America’s largest integrated health care system, providing care at 1,298 health care facilities, including 171 medical centers and 1,113 outpatient sites of care of varying complexity (VHA outpatient clinics), serving 9 million enrolled Veterans each year.