This position is for a Laundry Machine Operator for the VA Black Hills Health Care System, located in Fort Meade, SD. The employee will provide on-site laundry washing services for various items. The employee operates an industrial washer/extractor and dryer to complete the day to day work.

Duties

Major duties include but are not limited to: Receive, weigh, and record bulk soiled linen from the facility and contract suppliers. Sort soiled linen into electronic weigh carts. Place soiled linen on the overhead rail system to select the proper lane for storage. Operate washers/extractors of various weights. Perform dyeing and stain removal. Clean washroom area including vacuuming, scrub down, dusting, washing windows, carts, machines, and clearing drains. Perform the duties of a laundry worker so all hospital needs are met on a timely basis. Be alert to operation of washroom equipment to quickly note malfunctions or breakdowns. Adhere to all safety requirements and infection control policies. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6:00am - 2:30pm, may include occasional holidays or weekends Position Description Title/PD#: Laundry Machine Operator/PD20364-0 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized Bargaining Unit Position: Yes - AFGE 1272 The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 05/07/2024. 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. To be found at lease minimally qualified for the position of Laundry Machine Operator at the WG-04 level, your application and supporting documentation must demonstrate the critical knowledge, skills, and abilities that are essential for satisfactory job performance. For this position, the ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision is prime. Examples of qualifying experience include but are not limited to: knowledge of equipment capabilities and types of wash programs, drying tumblers, and related procedures; organizing loads of soiled linen; proficient reading, writing, and counting skills; receiving written and/or verbal instructions; and monitoring use of chemicals in a washroom. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal SupervisionDexterity and SafetyInterpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading)MaterialsOperation 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: You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position. Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination. Working Conditions: Performs duties indoors under favorable lighting at various temperatures. On occasion may be exposed to strong cleaning solutions. Incumbent performs duties and is exposed to dirt and disagreeable odors, seen and unseen bloodborne pathogens, medical waste in and outside of protective waste containers, medical waste sharps/needles in and outside of protective waste containers, noise from working with power equipment, seen and unseen contagious and possible infectious substances, urine, feces, puke, and large and small amounts of blood. Incumbent will be required to wear the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while performing their day to day duties. That PPE may include respirator, face mask, gloves, double gloves, gowns, shoe covers, hair covers, face shields, goggles, and eye protection.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address VA Black Hills Health Care System 113 Comanche Road Fort Meade, SD 57741 US
• Name: Andrea McGuire
• Phone: 602-277-5551 X1738
• Email: [email protected]