Laundry Machine Operator

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Veterans Health Administration in Spokane, WA is seeking a Laundry Machine Operator to manage washing, drying and folding of hospital linens. You will operate 2 to 4 washing machines, sort by fabric and soil type, and ensure loads stay within capacity while following safety rules.

You will select washing settings, monitor temperatures and cycles, run dryers, inspect clothing for damage, and prepare items for issue. The schedule is Mon-Fri 6:00am–2:30pm with federal benefits.

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Operates 2 to 4 washing machines for washing various types of laundry.
• Sorts by clothing type and soil level to optimize washing.
• Weights soiled linens to appropriate weights and loads washers.
• Selects washing formulas, sequence, temperatures and cycle times.
• Performs operator maintenance to maintain peak efficiency of laundry machinery.
• Unloads, inspects, folds, and processes items for issue.

Job description

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

This position of Laundry Machine Operator is assigned to Veterans Administration, Medical Center, Administrative Service, Building Management Service, Laundry Section.

Key Responsibilities

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

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $22.45 – $26.19/hr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-19.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.

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