Sewing Machine Operator

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 11/09/2026.

01EXPERIENCE

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: Computer Skills Interpersonal Effectiveness Organizational Awareness Technical Competence 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/Working Conditions: Incumbent's duties require walking, lifting, stooping, reaching, bending, standing, sitting, pushing, and pulling. Continually lifts to ten (10) pounds and may occasionally be expected to lift to forty-five (45) pounds.

Excellent hand/eye coordination and manual dexterity is necessary to operate the machines and maintain acceptable productive levels. Work is normally performed in a well-lighted and ventilated area. Temperature in the work area is not well controlled and may fluctuate from hot to cold. The employee may be exposed to uncommon odors, broken glass, needles, and instruments found in linen when working in the laundry plant.

Employee must follow all infection control procedures while processing laundry, linen and uniforms.

Major duties includes but not limited: Operate a commercial and industrial sewing machine, a button machine, a marking machine, and a heat patch machine. Required to make or repair sheets, bedspreads, pillowcases, and all other regular linen items. Alters uniforms as necessary at the time of initial issue; issues uniforms to employees according to VA and hospital policies. Maintains accurate employee record uniform inventory cards; provides record information to the supervisor as is required.

Sorts and hangs clean uniforms received and operated the Uniform Exchange Room. Is responsible for examining all linen and uniforms making all necessary repairs. Determines if items should be salvaged and maintains accurate records of all salvaged items. Estimates supplies and materials needed in the sewing operation; keeps supervisor informed of the supply levels to ensure that these are adequately maintained.

Must be able to fabricate special items required for patient care, such as oversized pajamas and bathrobes, special surgical linens, and restraints. Adjusts the machinery which does not require special tools or new parts. Monitors work area to assure a clean and sanitary condition. Provides relief in the laundry production area when necessary.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 07:00am-3:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Sewing Machine Operator/PD012760 Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized