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Laundry Machine Operator

Department of Veterans Affairs
Veterans Health Administration
Veterans Health Administration
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Summary

This position is for a Laundry Machine Operator in the Textile Care Processing Facility (TCPF) of Environmental Management Service and contributes in the processing of textiles for patient care areas within the Medical Center, White City and the Wolf Creek Job Corps. The incumbent will mainly work in the clean area of the TCPF but at times will also work in the soiled area.

Overview

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Open & closing dates
10/02/2025 to 10/31/2025
Salary
$20.55 to - $23.98 per hour
Pay scale & grade
WG 3
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Roseburg, OR
1 vacancy
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
CBSV-12810346-26-JB
Control number
847276500

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Duties

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  • Loads and unloads a 450lb. dryer and a 110lb. dryer with wet wash using overhead rail slings and carts for loading, unloading, and movement of textiles in various stages of processing to the finishing areas. Selects proper temperature and drying cycle for various fabrics.
  • The incumbent is responsible for the operation of a 65-lb.washer/extractor located in the clean area. He/she follows the proper sud-sing, bleaching, rinsing and souring operations under the guidance of the Textile Care Supervisor.
  • As the washing process progresses, he/she checks water levels, temperatures, various gauges, valves and safety devices to insure the wash is processed through the correct cycles.
  • Monitors loads to ensure proper utilization of equipment and economical operation.
  • Coordinates workflow with the washperson to ensure maximum use of dryers by selecting proper types of textiles to maintain adequate quantities and classifications to the finishing textiles.
  • Verifies TCPF lists and identification of items against items received. Unidentified items will be marked and effective control measures applied to insure timely return of clothing to proper party.
  • In the absence of higher grade machine operators will be required to perform washroom duties and operate washer/extractors consistent with their various load characteristics.
  • Cleans and maintains worksite and equipment using air hoses, brushes, brooms and central vacuum units. Duties include regular cleaning of lint collectors in the machines and on the outside of the building which requires working from steps and ladders.
  • Performs other TCPF tasks during slack periods or periods of leave by other employees.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6:00am - 2:30pm PST
Position Description Title/PD#: Laundry Machine Operator/PD305190
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
  • Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
  • Subject to background/security investigation
  • Pre-employment physical required
  • 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.
  • Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)
As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or 2-year trial 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 or trial 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, 10/31/2025.

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 perform the duties of a Maintenance Supervisor without more than normal supervision. Related experience includes: the ability to recognize various-types of fabrics; must be able to use correct drying cycles and temperatures for various fabrics to ensure efficient operation of machines; knowledge of correct wash compounds and formulas to ensure that the proper chemical balance is being maintained during different-types of formulas; must know the loading capacities of dryers and washer/extractors to load machines to optimum capacity and to support energy conservation measures; general knowledge of different fabrics and use of proper wash formulas and temperatures to maintain quality and quantity of production (these knowledges are applied under the close direction of the washperson or Textile Care Supervisor); operates dryers, washer, conveyors and sling systems in a safe manner; ability to recognize the need for proper handling of isolation, operating room, and other hospital textiles; knowledge of established infection control procedures; and must be capable of functioning as a team member and work cooperatively with other employees and staff.

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: Must be capable of lifting loads exceeding 50 pounds. Frequently the employee must bend at the waist repetitively loading and unloading machines. He/she must pull and push heavy loads of wet and dry textiles both in carts and slings frequently weighing over100 pounds. Work requires continuous standing and walking on hard concrete floors. Considerable physical effort is required pulling wet textiles from machines.

Working Conditions: Work is accomplished inside a building in a hot, humid, noisy environment. The incumbent is exposed to the possibility of bruises. Will be subject to unpleasant odors, soiled and wet textiles, lint, and wet floors. Temperatures in the work area may very from extreme heat in the summer to cold drafts in the winter. Will be exposed to hazardous chemicals.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.

If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.

Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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.

Resume Reminder: Your resume must include the following information for each job listed:

  • Job title
  • Duties (be as detailed as possible)
  • Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)
  • Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week)
  • Salary/Rank etc.
  • Series and Grade, if applicable, for all Federal positions you have held
  • References, current or recent supervisor
Do not include the following types of information in your resume:
  • Classified or Government sensitive information
  • Social Security Number (SSN)
  • Photos of yourself
  • Personal information, such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc.
Please be aware that your answers will be verified against information provided on your resume. Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all of the questions by addressing your work experience in detail. The experience stated in your resume must support your assessment responses.

Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications.

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.

It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.

Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.

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