Laundry Machince Operator

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Oklahoma City is seeking a Laundry Machine Operator for the Environmental Management Service - Textile Care Facility. The incumbent performs washing, drying, folding, and related duties in a hot, loud, and potentially wet environment, with PPE required for safety.

The role emphasizes operating large-capacity washers, monitoring chemical dispensers, and maintaining production logs. Shift: Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.

Qualifications

• Applicants must show evidence of training or experience qualifying for the work.
• Screen-out element and minimum qualification requirements are outlined in the job posting.
• Credit will be given for all qualifying experience, including volunteer work.

Responsibilities

• Program microprocessor controls for large side-loading washers with auto dispensers.
• Load and unload washers using overhead hoisting system.
• Select washing formulas based on soil condition.
• Monitor chemical dispensing and ensure proper detergent and sanitizer quantities.
• Observe washers and dryers for malfunctions and operate related equipment.
• Perform related tasks like checking water levels, transporting soiled linen, and sorting.
• Dye linen as required and maintain production logs for maintenance.
• Work schedule: Mon-Fri 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Skills

Dexterity and Safety

Instructions - Specifications

Materials Handling

Operation of Equipment/Machinery

Technical Practices

Work Practices

Job description

Summary

The incumbent serves as a Laundry Machine Operator for Environmental Management Service - Textile Care Facility at the Oklahoma City VA Health Care System.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position - applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement - 09/29/2026. 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 - which usually appears as question 1 in the online 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: Incumbent stands or walks on concrete floors continuously. Eye-hand coordination is required to lift bulk linen items weighing over fifty (50) pounds. There is continuous bending - stooping - walking and standing required. The laundry facility provides a hot and humid atmosphere and a high level of noise. The potential exists for cuts - bruises - and minor shocks. Incumbent may also be subject to moving overhead equipment - steam - exposure to laundry chemical products (detergents - bleaches - etc...) and is routinely subjected to contaminated linen/laundry items which may be infectious. Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to include eye protection or face shields - gowns - gloves and safety footwear are imperative to protect the incumbent.

Duties

• Programs microprocessor controls for a 200- - 400- - and 800-pound side loading washer extractors which are equipped with an automatic supply dispenser - automatic steam injection - two speed extractor and manual soap chute
• Loads and unloads washers using the Gardner Overhead Monorail Hoisting and Stationary System
• Selects washing formulas based on the soil condition of the items to be processed
• Monitors automatic laundry product/chemical dispenses to assure washers receive proper quantities of detergents - sours - softeners - and bleach as well as sanitary agents in the appropriate time sequence
• Observes washers and dryers during operation for possible malfunctions
• Operate commercial dryers - small piece folders - blanket folders - cross folders/feeders - blanket folders - flatwork ironers - sheet separators and laundry chemical product dispensers
• Performs other related functions such as checking water levels - checking soiled linen chutes - transporting soiled linen to sorting area and sorting linen into appropriate category for processing
• Dyes linen as required by adding correct amount of measured dye - monitor washroom supply needs - record daily production - and logs related equipment malfunctions for maintenance personnel
• Work Schedule: Monday - Friday - 7:00 a.m
• - 3:30 p.m
• Position Description Title/PD#: Laundry Machince Operator/PD13135A Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized