Laundry Operations Specialist

The Battle Creek VA Medical Center is recruiting for a Laundry Operations Specialist. The Laundry Operations Specialist will function in the Environmental Management Service.

Duties for this position may include The incumbent is the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) having full administrative and managerial responsibilities for planning, budgeting, developing and effectively managing the Environmental Management Service (EMS) service contracts The incumbent, as the top advisor on textile care modalities, is responsible for review and analyze data to determine its validity and evaluate the status of the textile management and control functions. This evaluation shall identify the priority of need, i.e., short-term actions and long-term direction for future objectives for improved operations The incumbent must be knowledgeable on the operation and use of all laundry equipment in the Textile Processing Plant. The incumbent will use and create reports with excel, access and Central Office software to meet the initiatives set forth by Central Office and local management Incumbent monitors the contract to ensure compliance within the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and maintains accuracy throughout the scope of work, as to avoid failure to meet the criteria of a minimally acceptable level of performance by the contractor. Incumbent analyzes stock levels, uses schedules to determine funds required and executes budget plans for assigned inventory Laundry plant operations including Transportation, Utilities, Laundry Plant Equipment Configuration, Chemical Storage and Containment, and Hazardous Waste Disposal Incumbent ensures and provides the customer with consistent information according to established policies and procedures. The incumbent handles conflict and problems in dealing with the customers constructively and appropriately. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00AM to 3:30PM. 80 hours per pay period (2weeks). Hours may be rotated or extended based on the needs of the Medical Center and our Veterans. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Laundry Operations Specialist/PD915650 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment. The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Physical Requirements: The work required does not inherently include any physical requirements essential for successful job performance that could not otherwise be performed with accommodation or workplace adjustment. A pre-placement physical examination is not required. Subject to background/security investigation Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.