Clarification from the agency

ALL US CITIZENS DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY: This position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority 5 CFR 337.205(b) (1)-(4)) for this occupation.

MAJOR DUTIES

LINEN ACTIONS, 90%

The incumbent performs a full range of linen duties including but not limited to:

• collecting and shipping soiled linen
• loading clean linen carts for using areas
• delivering linen to using areas,
• collecting/shipping, receiving, delivery specialty items for dry cleaning purposes
• responsible for a variety of linen, textile, and janitorial items
• responsible for communicating with staff in using areas concerning par level needs
• Responsible for data gathering and documenting such as regular linen and textile inventories, clean/soiled weight tickets, dry cleaning tickets, patient clothing records, delivery logs, mileage logs, par level records, fare wear and tear records, cleaning records.
• Keeps all linen in a secure location at all times
• Ensures that clean linen is covered and handled in a sanitary manner.
• May perform other duties as assigned to meet emergency workload in the absence of another employee.

HOUSEKEEPING ACTIONS, 10%

• Equipment operated and maintained on a regular basis
• Cleans and maintains all linen delivery offices and supply rooms
• Cleans linen storage and delivery carts, soiled linen chute rooms, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Work Schedule: Wednesday - Sunday, 5:00am - 1:45pm
Position Description Title/PD#: Laundry Worker/PD918220
Physical Requirements: The incumbent's duties require moderate to heavy lifting of up to 50 lbs.; continuous standing, bending, and stooping; walking; crawling; kneeling; use of ladders; climbing of stairs; straight pushing and pulling; reaching above shoulder; and use of fingers. The incumbent must have sufficient visual ability to see basic colors, dust, dirt, and cobwebs.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
• Selective Services Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
• Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.

As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:

• your performance and conduct;
• the needs and interests of the agency;
• whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
• whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Qualifications

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:

• Dexterity and Safety
• Interpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading)
• Materials
• 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.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: The incumbent's duties require moderate to heavy lifting of up to 50 lbs.; continuous standing, bending, and stooping; walking; crawling; kneeling; use of ladders; climbing of stairs; straight pushing and pulling; reaching above shoulder; and use of fingers. The incumbent must have sufficient visual ability to see basic colors, dust, dirt, and cobwebs.

The Laundry Worker performs their duties in all areas of the hospital and outbuildings. The incumbent frequently rotates assigned areas and may be directed to change cleaning areas without notice from their supervisor. The Laundry Worker usually works in well-lighted and well-ventilated areas under generally favorable working conditions. The incumbent must be alert to safety hazards and observe and follow safe practices and procedures when using chemical solutions, contaminated materials, and sharp objects. The Laundry Worker may have exposure to outside and inside excessive heat, cold, humidity and excessive dampness and chilling, intermittent noise, dust, fumes, smoke and gases; slippery and uneven walking surfaces; working around machinery with moving parts; working moving objects and vehicles; working on ladders or scaffolding; work alone and closely with others. The incumbent may have brief exposure to inclement weather.

The Laundry Worker uses potentially dangerous equipment and chemicals while performing daily tasks. The incumbent must be aware of their surroundings, perform duties in a safe manner and acknowledge and adjust planned duties, if necessary, in the presence of Veterans, Staff and Visitors.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Applicants will be referred in the order in which they were received.

Narrative responses are not required at this time. If you are referred for consideration, you may be asked to submit additional job related information, which may include, but not limited to; responses to the knowledge, skills and abilities; completion of a work sample, and/or contact for an interview. Your resume and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position.

For more information on the "Who may apply" eligibility requirements, please refer to the OHRM Status Candidates and Other Candidate Definitions document.

Placement Policy: The posting of this announcement does not obligate management to fill a vacancy or vacancies by promotion. The position may be filled by reassignment, change to lower grade, transfer, appointment, or reinstatement. Management may use any one or any combination of these methods to fill the position.