The Laundry Worker Lead (Linen/Uniform Distribution) position is located in the Environmental Management Service (EMS), Audie L. Murphy Campus (ALMC), of South Texas Veterans Health Care System (STVHCS), San Antonio, Texas. STVHCS is comprised of two main campuses (ALMC and KerrvilleCampus), the STVHCS has several outpatient clinics which are estimated to cover well over 1.8 million square feet or combined space throughout the catchment area.

Duties

The duties of this position are in the Linen Distribution Unit of the Laundry Section and involves the receipt, storage, collection and distribution of all linen items in use at this Medical Center. Responsible for linen quota for using units, including clinics are logged and filled accordingly and delivered as scheduled. Inspects textile and linen received for quality assurance before storage and delivery. Empty carts are returned to the Linen Distribution Room, cleaned and restocked for the next scheduled delivery. Maintains daily record of all linen distributions, service calls and deliveries. Monitors and records "service call" for linen delivery. Ensures delivery within reasonable time frame, normally not to exceed 30 minutes. Promptly deliver all surgical packs (OR and GU) received from the Laundry Plant to the Processing and Distribution Section (SPD) for auto-claving and subsequent delivery to the units. Monitors all chute rooms and load soiled linen in carts and place on the Laundry truck to prevent chute blockage and expedite delivery to the Linen Distribution Unit. Assist in loading and unloading clean and soiled linen when delivery and pick-up is made. Maintains sanitation and cleanliness of the Linen Room at all times. Reports all safety issues or concerns to upper management. Distributes and receives uniforms, lab coats, textile and linen to all hospital staff as needed. Logs all transactions and provide receipts upon request for tracking purposes. Leads Laundry Workers and Compensated Work Therapy (CWT) within the facility. Lead employees in performing work while he/she performs the full range of laundry worker tasks required to maintain the Medical Center in an aesthetic and aseptic condition. Passes on instructions received from the Laundry Supervisor and Laundry Manager to the employees, assigns immediate tasks to be performed to the group and checks work to verify the work was completed. Works along with other workers, sets the pace, demonstrates methods and techniques, obtains supplies and equipment while answering questions and makings sure all tasks are complete, and deadlines are met. Reports to the supervisor the status and progress of work, any infractions of policies and procedures, and assures safety rules are followed. Assures safety and housekeeping rules are followed. Work Schedule: 0700-1530 Position Description Title/PD#: Laundry Worker Leader/PD003510 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 08/16/2023. 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 ability to do the position of a Laundry Worker Leader in applying the necessary skills and techniques required to accomplish all aspects of Environmental Management Service (EMS). Experience include but not limited to: 1) Maintains daily record of all linen distributions, service calls and deliveries. Monitors and records "service call" for linen delivery; 2) Works along with other workers, sets the pace, demonstrates methods and techniques, obtains supplies and equipment while answering questions and makings sure all tasks are complete, and deadlines are met; 3) Passes on instructions received from the Laundry Supervisor and Laundry Manager to the employees, assigns immediate tasks to be performed to the group and checks work to verify the work was completed; 4) Works along with other workers, sets the pace, demonstrates methods and techniques, obtains supplies and equipment while answering questions and makings sure all tasks are complete, and deadlines are met; and 5) Reports to the supervisor the status and progress of work, any infractions of policies and procedures, and assures safety rules are followed. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Dexterity and SafetyInterpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading)Lead or SuperviseMaterialsOperation of Equipment/MachineryTechnical PracticesWork 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: The incumbent must be physically able to do continuous walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, bending, pushing, stretching, pulling, and lifting. Occasionally may climb step ladders or lift or move heavy objects. The work is done where the employee can be exposed to dust, lint, disagreeable sights and odors. He/she must ensure proper use of PPE. The work is performed indoors but must go outside to travel from one assignment to the other.

Education

There is no educational substitution for this position.

Contacts

• Address Audie L Murphy Memorial Veterans Hospital 7400 Merton Minter Boulevard San Antonio, TX 78229 US
• Name: VISN 17 SSU USAS Group
• Email: [email protected]