Laundry Worker

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking an entry-level Laundry Worker at the VAMC Milwaukee, Wisconsin Linen Distribution – Textile Care Program, within the Facility Management Division.

The role involves distributing linen, handling soiled items, and operating trucks and carts in a busy hospital setting. The position requires lifting heavy loads, long periods of standing and walking, and strict safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Experience not limited to a specific length; you must show training or experience demonstrating ability to perform duties.
• Qualifications evaluated by OPM Federal Wage System standards; screen-out element may apply.

Responsibilities

• The Laundry Worker in the Distribution Section handles assembly and distribution of linen.
• Ensure safe performance of duties and report unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Collect soiled linen from user areas and station; collect soiled uniforms from locker rooms.
• Assemble clean linen onto exchange carts and deliver carts to user areas.
• Identify linen categories for proper types and quantities according to quotas.
• Load/unload vehicles used for transport of linen; answer linen service inquiries by phone.
• Assist with special linen requests and employee uniform exchange window.
• Provide coverage in Patient Effects and Lost and Found as needed.
• Participate in Semi-Annual Consolidated Linen Inventory by counting items on hand.
• Work schedule: Full-time Sat-Wed 8:00-4:30; off Thu-Fri; heavy physical tasks including lifting over 50 lbs.

Job description

Summary

This an entry-level position located at VAMC Milwaukee - Wisconsin linen distribution section of the textile care program of the facility management division

This an entry-level position located at VAMC Milwaukee - Wisconsin linen distribution section of the textile care program of the facility management division

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 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.

Duties

• The Laundry Worker assigned to the Distribution Section of the Textile Care Program and performs duties relative to the assembly and distribution of linen
• This person is responsible for the safe performance of their assigned duties
• Responsible for reporting any problems or unsafe working conditions to Distribution Section Supervisor
• Major Duties: Collects soiled linen from user areas throughout the Medical Center and station
• Collects soiled uniforms from user areas/locker rooms
• Assembles clean linen onto exchange carts
• Identifies categories of linen to ensure proper types and quantities are assembled according to established quotas for delivery to user areas
• Delivers clean linen exchange carts
• Loads and unloads vehicles used in the transport and delivery of clean and soiled linen
• Answers the telephone and receives inquiries and requests for linen services
• Assembles and delivers special linen requests
• Provides assistance at the employee uniform exchange window
• Provides coverage/assistance in the Patient Effects and Lost and Found area as needed
• Assists with the Semi-Annual Consolidated Linen Inventory by counting and recording the totals of the various linen items on hand throughout the Medical Center
• Work Schedule: Full-time Saturday thru Wednesday 8 - 430pm (off days Thursday & Friday) Position Description Title/PD#: Laundry Worker/PD02611A Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not authorized Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Physical Requirements: The incumbent must have the ability to push linen carts weighing over 500 pounds routinely and lift bundles of linen weighing over 50 pounds
• The position requires continuous walking - stooping - bending - pushing - pulling - lifting - stamina and strength to perform heavy physical tasks over along period of time
• Duties require flexible hand - arm and finger movements
• The position may require loading and unloading vehicles used in the transport and delivery of clean and soiled linen
• Working Conditions: Work is predominantly performed in a well-lighted temperature controlled building
• When loading and unloading clean and soiled linen from vehicles the incumbent may be exposed to drafts from opened doors
• When working in the Laundry production area incumbent may be exposed to moist and warm conditions and moderate noise levels
• When working with clean linen the incumbent must be conscious of the need to maintain components to the highest aseptic level possible
• The employee must use the assigned PPE items (gown & gloves i.e.) when working with soiled linens/textiles to protect the employee from any potential hazards
• The incumbent may be exposed to odors related to blood and body fluids contained in soiled linen as well as occasional hazardous objects.