Job Summary

The Laundry Machine Operator/Washman is charged with overall operation and daily start up activities of the Textile Care Processing Facility (TCPF) located in the Textile Care Section of Environmental Management (EMS) at the Central Arkansas Veterans Health Care System (CAVHS). These activities include having basic knowledge and care to include the cleaning of all washroom equipment, chemicals and procedure, operate washers and extractors, and loads machines to rated capacities.

Job Description

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 10/01/2026. 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 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: Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Other Than Blueprint Reading) Dexterity and Safety Knowledge of Materials Operation of Job Family Specify Equipment, Machinery, etc. Technical Practices (Theoretical, Precise, Artistic) Work Practices (Including Keeping Things Neat, Clean, and in Order) 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: Needs strength and stamina for performing heavy task for long periods of time. Incumbent must be able to lift and carry fifty (50) pounds. Must be able to stand and walk consistently, perform light to moderate bending and stooping, and able to wear PPE for extended period as dictated by the work setting. Some heavy movement of laundry carts weighing up to 700 pounds and use conveyors are required. During normal day to day operations, individual will be required to perform simple grasping and dine hand manipulation, reaching above shoulder height and frequent stooping, bending, twisting and kneeling. Position routinely requires that individual operate vehicles. Electrical equipment and push or pull soiled and clean linen carts in and out of laundry truck, to and from loading docks to various locations within the TCPF and medical center. Working Conditions: Work is normally performed inside where there is ample light, heat and/or ventilation. Temperatures vary form hot in the summer to cold in the winter when moving carts into the TCPF. Incumbent is intermittently exposed to possible contagions form the handling of contaminated linens in performance of emptying laundry bags and sorting soiled linen. Potential exists for sharps exposure in soiled linen. Incumbent will be subjected to high humidity, noise and minor cuts and bruises from arts and machinery. Incumbent will be exposed to drafts form open doors and lint in the air. Incumbent will wear gown, mask, cap, shoe covers and gloves when working in the soiled linen sorting section. Is subjected to disagreeable odors and contamination associated with handling and processing of soiled linens and clothing.