This position is located in the Facilities Management/Environmental Management Service (EMS) of the VA Black Hill Health Care System, Fort Meade, SD. The Laundry Machine Operator Leader is responsible for leading and overseeing the duties of the laundry operations section in the performance of laundry related services in the medical center.

Duties

Major duties include, but are not limited to: Incumbent is responsible to the Supervisor Laundry Operations Specialist for assuring that the work assignments of the other employees of the section are carried out. Distributes and balances the workload among employees in accordance with established work flow or job specialization. Assures timely accomplishment of the assigned workload. Monitors progress of work and makes day to day adjustments in accordance with established priorities. Obtains assistance from the Supervisor Laundry Operations Specialist as needed. Incumbent maintains records of work accomplishments and prepares production reports as required. Instructs employees in specific tasks and job techniques. Gives on the job training to new employees in accordance with established procedures and practices in conjunction with training program provided by the Supervisor Laundry Operations Specialist, with strong emphasis on safe work habits. May operate all power equipment, washer/extractors, dryers, or any laundry related equipment in the absence of the regular machine operator to cover any vacant positions due to vacations, sick leave, etc. Leads other employees in daily assignments and monitors the quality of work being performed. Incumbent approves leave in the absence of the Supervisor Laundry Operations Specialist. Informs employees of available services and employee activities. Resolves informal concerns 'of employees and refers others to the Supervisor Laundry Operations Specialist. Reports to the Supervisor Laundry Operations Specialist on performance, progress, and training needs of employees and on disciplinary issues. Makes suggestions to Supervisor Laundry Operations Specialist as requested concerning promotions, reassignment, recognition of outstanding performance, and personnel needs. Makes suggestions to Supervisor Laundry Operations Specialist as requested concerning promotions, reassignment, recognition of outstanding performance, and personnel needs. Incumbent assumes total responsibility in operation of laundry during absence of the Supervisor Laundry Operations Specialist due to vacation, sick leave, training and trips off station. Performs other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6:00am - 2:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Laundry Machine Operator Leader/PD201400 Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required 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, 12/02/2024. 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. 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 SafetyInterpret Instructions, Specifications (other than 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. Driver's License Requirement: Must possess a valid Driver's License to operate a motor vehicle. (Please do not submit a copy of your license with your application package.) You will be required to show your valid driver's license at the time of your interview. Physical Requirements: Standing and walking on concrete floors. Subject to continuous stretching, stooping, pulling, and heavy muscular effort in loading and unloading machines. 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 demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination. Working Conditions: Incumbent is required to work in a hot and humid atmosphere and in a production setting.

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: Marissa Dobson
• Phone: (612) 467-5704
• Email: [email protected]