Laundry Machine Operator

Summary About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the the Sagebrush Inn Lodging Facility and Temporary Lodging Facility in Mountain Home AFB, ID. This is a Regular-Part Time position with 20 hours guaranteed weekly, however may work up to 40 hours per week. This position has available benefits, to include NAF Retirement, 401K, flexible spending account (FSA), life, health and dental insurance. Duties Receives, sorts, and processes soiled linens from lodging facilities. Separates items by type, inspects for damage, and logs quantities using established inventory and tracking methods. Operates commercial-grade washers and dryers. Selects appropriate wash and dry cycles based on linen type and institutional guidelines to ensure sanitation and preservation of materials. Folds, stacks, and stores clean linen. Prepares items for pressing and feeds linens into mechanical pressers or ironers, monitoring for quality and preventing damage. Maintains accurate records of all laundry processed, including weights, counts, and delivery logs. Make calls directed to managers for delivery or pick-up of laundry products. Maintains sanitary working conditions in laundry areas, cleaning machines, carts, and lint traps regularly. Use approved cleaning agents and follow safety protocols for handling chemicals. Assists in linen supply requisitions and communicate shortages or overages to supervisors. Ensures linen rooms are orderly, secured, and free from misuse. This position is designated Mission Essential, requiring the incumbent to report during severe weather or emergencies to sustain 24/7 operations. Performs other related duties as assigned. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12913288 Requirements Conditions of employment This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results. This position has physical lifting requirement which requires the incumbent to complete a favorable pre-employment physical. This is a mission-essential position critical to maintaining uninterrupted laundry services, even during and after emergencies. The role may require working irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to meet operational needs. Qualifications Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 03/30/2026 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions related to laundry procedures and safety. Ability to safely operate commercial-grade washers, dryers, and mechanical pressers. Ability to maintain clean and sanitary working conditions in accordance with health and safety regulations. Ability to frequently lift and carry light to medium objects weighing 10 to 30 pounds. May occasionally be required to lift and carry objects weighing up to 45 pounds. Must be able to actively bend, stoop, stand, reach, and work in awkward positions. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution. Additional information Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position. U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation or a signed memorandum indicating the installation's decision on the 3-year residency requirement.. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service. Direct deposit is required. Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check. A probationary period may be required. Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to Entrance on Duty (EOD). Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest. Multiple positions may be filled from this job opportunity announcement. And additional selections may also be made from this job opportunity announcement. Selection(s) are subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible. This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force. This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need a reasonable accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodations will be made on a case by case basis. Applicants must be able to provide a REAL ID or present a combination of source identity documents authorized to facilitate access to the installation. Please contact the servicing HR Office with any questions. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits Review our benefits