Laundry Machine Operator

This position of Laundry Machine Operator is assigned to Veterans Administration, Medical Center, Administrative Service, Building Management Service, Laundry Section. PRINCIPALES MISSIONS : Duties include, but are not limited to the following: Operates 2 to 4 washing machines for washing various types of laundry. Sorts by clothing type, soiled type. Weighs soiled linens to appropriate weights then, operate slings lift using railing system to load washing machines. Ensures that machines are not loaded under or overrated capacity. Selects appropriate settings for the different classifications of laundry in accordance with appropriate washing formulas which involves variations in water temperatures, number and timing of cycles and the addition at various stages during the process of proper amounts and kinds of bleaches, souring, bleaching and alkali depending on the types of articles being washed. Applies a general knowledge of the effect of water temperatures on the various classifications being washed and the reaction of the different fabrics to the various formulas. Considers the neutralizing effect on the various commercial sours. Applies bleach, which is controlled by weight type of fabrics in process. Always applies appropriate safety regulations. Notes condition which retards action of soap and consequently the need for additional soap, depending on the amount and type of soil. Occasionally operates 1 to 2 dryers for laundry. Balances wet wash in drum by distributing articles evenly. Uses lift jack for loading and unloading extractors. Sets timer for proper period to extract sufficient quantity of water. Loads dryers, sets controls for drying time and cooling period. Unloads, inspects, folds, and processes for issue. Readies machines for daily operations and programs laundry machines for operation. Performs operator maintenance on laundry machinery to achieve peak efficiency. Manually maneuvers large bins of soiled clothing through building to laundry area or laundry truck, if needed. Removes foreign objects such as coins, paper clips, etc. from washers when such objects jam washer doors, by loosening hinge bolts and sliding door back and forth to free object. Inspects clothing and other articles for missing buttons, tears, broken zippers and worn cuffs, collars and facings. Segregates damaged or worn clothing for disposal or repair. Performs a variety of assignments, within Personnel Protective Equipment Section, to include the physical receipt of linen, storage, inventory and issue of linen. Unpacks new clothing and prepares for issue. Packages damaged or worn clothing for disposal. Performs other duties as assigned by Laundry Supervisor. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 6:00am to 2:30pm Compressed/Flexible Schedule: Not Available Position Description Title/PD#: Laundry Machine Operator/PD706130 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized QUALIFICATIONS REQUISES : To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 11/19/2026. 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, The ability to do the work of a Laundry Machine Operator without more than normal supervision performing duties such as Textile Processing, Commercial Laundry, Cleaning and Sanitation. Related experience include but are not limited to: Ensures washers are used to their loaded capacities; in addition to, making sure that over-loading or under-loading doe

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