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Position Title
Laundry Worker
Agency
Veterans Health Administration
Announcement Number
CBSY-12107308-23-AM Opens in new window
Open Period
Friday, August 25, 2023 to Tuesday, September 12, 2023
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
2. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
  • you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy; AND, 
  • your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
(limit characters)
3. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the Department of Veterans Affairs?  If yes, confirm:
  • you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
(limit characters)
Preferences
1. Which of the following items describes your current or recent (within the last five years) political appointee service?

If you responded yes to any of the items below, you will need to include a SF-50 specifying your prior service.
(limit characters)
Accuracy of Application Reminder:
By submitting your application, you are certifying, to the best of your knowledge and belief, all the information submitted by you with your application for employment is true, complete, and made in good faith, and that you have truthfully and accurately represented your work experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education (degrees, accomplishments, etc.). The information you provide as part of your application may be investigated. You are also certifying, and acknowledging, that misrepresenting your experience or education, or providing false or fraudulent information in, or with your application, may affect your eligibility for appointment and/or continued employment. False or fraudulent statements may be punishable by fine or imprisonment (18 U.S.C. 1001).
(limit characters)
2. 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 2019 to April 2021)
  • Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week if part-time)
  • Series and Grade, if applicable, for all Federal positions you have held.
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.

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.

Do you confirm that the above information is clearly stated for each work entry you are claiming experience for, and that each entry is full time unless otherwise annotated with part-time hours?
(limit characters)
3. Are you willing to accept the working conditions as indicated in the announcement? (limit characters)
4. Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment physical? (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Select the one response that best describes your current level of experience that demonstrates your ability to perform the duties of this position. When answering the questionnaire, remember that your experience is subject to verification by investigation. You may be asked to provide specific examples or documentation of experience or education as proof to support your answers, or you may be required to verify a response by a practical demonstration of your claimed ability to perform a task. (limit characters)
1. (Screen-Out) Reliability and Dependability: From the descriptions listed below, select the response that best describes your ability to perform reliably and dependably as a Laundry Worker, based on your past work and/or school performance. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
2. Operate flatwork spreader/feeder, ironer, folder, etc.
(limit characters)
3. Perform routine care and maintenance on laundry equipment.
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4. The incumbent will routinely fold, sort, or collect various laundry/linen items, such as, pajamas, pillow cases, bed sheets, wash clothes, kitchen towels, huck towels, under pads, patient clothing, bath towels, IV gowns, and bath blankets.
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5. Clean and sanitize work area.
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6. Inspect linens for damage, stained items, etc.
(limit characters)
7. Keep equipment, cords, hoses, etc., clean and properly stored when not in use.
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8. Assist with cleaning the plant at the end of the shift.
(limit characters)
9. The incumbent has the ability to recognize all types of linen and laundry. The incumbent is familiar with operating various types of laundry equipment capable of drying, folding, or moving large amounts of laundry and linen.
(limit characters)
10. The incumbent is very familiar with the proper PPE and safety rules and regulations required to perform their duties.
(limit characters)
11. The incumbent is capable of operating the dryers electronic control panel to load and unload the machine and conveyor.
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12. Read and follow posted care and maintenance instructions through signs and pictures.
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13. Follow simple written instructions for completing non-routine laundry related tasks.
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14. Follow oral directions to perform simple tasks which may require several steps to complete.
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15. Follow established safety and infection control procedures.
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16. Keep a stock of cleaning materials and equipment needed to perform work assignments.
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17. Follow sanitation and infection control procedures to prevent the spread of bacteria.
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18. Utilize proper lifting techniques when lifting objects especially those that may be bulky and/or awkward. (limit characters)
19. Push, pull, lift, carry, or move laundry around for several hours or more at a time. (limit characters)
20. Stand/walk for several hours or more while performing laundry duties. (limit characters)
21. Adhere to safety policies and procedures when performing manual work. (limit characters)
Resume Reminder - Your resume must include the following information 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); Series and Grade, if applicable, for all Federal positions you have held. 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. 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. (limit characters)