Housekeeping Aid WG-3566-2 at Johnson

JOB SUMMARY:

MULTIPLE VACANCIES MAY BE FILLED FROM THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT. 

 

OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincolns promise – "To care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan" – by serving and honoring the men and women who are Americas Veterans. How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate care to Veterans?

As a VA professional, your opportunities are endless. With many openings in the multiple functions of VA, you will have a wide range of opportunities and leadership positions at your fingertips. Not only is it the largest, most technologically advanced integrated health care system in the Nation, but we also provide many other services to Veterans through the Benefits Administration and National Cemeteries. VA professionals feel good about their careers and their ability to balance work and home life. VA offers generous paid time off and a variety of predictable and flexible scheduling opportunities.  For more information on the Department of Veterans Affairs, go to http://www.vacareers.va.gov/

Welcome to the Crossroads of the eastern United States – Johnson City!  Forbes Magazine Ranks Johnson City 14th in their latest rankings of best places to live.  For almost two centuries, Johnson City has been the center for tourism and business in Northeast Tennessee. Originally little more than a train depot, Johnson City is now a metropolitan melting pot with invigorating music, enchanting culture, and exhilarating mountain adventure.  Family fun abounds in Johnson City and the surrounding areas. Local festivals include the Blue Plum Festival , Fun Fest , the Apple Festival and the Rhythm & Roots Reunion . Enjoy outdoor adventure at Boone Lake, Watauga Lake, and nearby Roan Mountain State Park. Other family-friendly activities include hiking and biking trails and some of the best trophy trout fishing in the country. Johnson City flourishes with tradition, heritage, and hospitality. Its natural beauty and fresh mountain air make Johnson City the perfect location to live and work. Youll awaken your Pioneer Spirit when you visit our historical areas and living history sites— like Tipton-Haynes, Rocky Mount and Sycamore Shoals. And just a stones throw away, youll find world-renowned attractions like Bristol Motor Speedway, Bays Mountain and Barter Theatre. Also, Johnson City enjoys affordable cost of living, low tax rates and no state income tax yet we offer outstanding schools, parks, playgrounds and sports facilities that make life enjoyable.

For more information on the Department of Veterans Affairs, go to http://www.vacareers.va.gov/

 

Special Employment Consideration:  VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply, including those eligible for hiring under 5 CFR 213.3102(u), Schedule A, Appointment of persons with disabilities [i.e., intellectual disabilities, severe physical disabilities, or psychiatric disabilities], and/or Disabled veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30% or more.

FACT:   Ninety percent of applicants fail to submit additional documentation with resume or application and are found ineligible (see ‘HOW TO APPLY section of this announcement); therefore, it is imperative that you read the complete announcement.   Failure to do so MAY result in LOSS OF FURTHER CONSIDERATION.

 

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this job.
• Subject to a background/suitability investigation.
• Designated and/or random drug testing may be required.
• Preplacement examination required to determine physical and mental ability.
• Restricted to Veterans w/preference when availiable. See IMPORTANCE NOTICE

DUTIES:Back to top

DUTIES:  The duties of this position include all phases of cleaning and special techniques in the scope of institutional housekeeping such as dust mopping, dusting, wet mopping, scrubbing, stripping/refinishing, buffing, window and wall washing and other related duties in assigned areas, which may include steps, ramps, docks, entrances and stairs. Incumbent must select and prepare for use industrial cleaning equipment such as battery-powered scrubbing machines, polishers, vacuums, shampoo machines, pressure washers and other electrical appliances. Employee is responsible for the proper use, cleaning and storage of this equipment.

The duties of this position also include tacks such as furniture cleaning and arrangement, movement of desks and other heavy furniture, requesting and storing supplies, collection and removal of trash or waste. replenishing dispensers, hanging curtains or draperies, cleaning elevators, restrooms, drinking fountains and performing other related duties as assigned.

Incumbent may be assigned to any designated area throughout the medical center for this accomplishment of housekeeping tasks necessary to maintain the assigned areas in an aseptically clean and visibly attractive manner. This may involve an assignment to a specific area or may involve assignment to various tasks on a day - to - day basis.

WORK SCHEDULE:  Possible tours include Monday - Friday 5:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., 6:45 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., 11:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.,  3:30 p.m. to Midnight. Incumbent may be required to work weekends and holidays.

Position Description Title/PD#:  Housekeeping Aid 07399A

Relocation Expenses:  Relocation expenses are not authorized.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:Back to top

PHYSICAL EFFORT:  The position requires performance of work which involves light physical effort, such as that involved in using vacuum cleaners and dry mops; continually standing, bending, stooping and reaching; frequently lifting and emptying waste baskets; frequently pushing carts loaded with waste; and lifting and carrying items weighing up to 20 pounds.  Also performs work which involves moderate to heavy physical effort, such as required to move heavy equipment and furniture, i.e., heavy industrial vacuum cleaners, heavy duty floor scrubbers and buffers, couches, beds, etc., and lifting, carrying and/or moving items weighing up to 40-50 pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS:  Usually works indoors in areas which normally have adequate heat, light, and ventilations.  Will be exposed to vibration from heavy equipment and to skin irritations from strong cleaning solutions used in stripping floors, etc., as well as subject to cuts and bruises.  Continually exposed to dust, dirt, and disagreeable odors, and is frequently exposed to organic material which may be contaminated and/or infectious and require special handling.

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 of specialized experience which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position, must be supported by detailed descriptions of your experience on your resume or OF-612.  Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C (www.opm.gov/qualifications/x-118c). 

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 questions.  The screen-out element for the WG-2 full performance level of this position is: Ability to do the work of a Housekeeping Aid without more than normal supervision. 

JOB ELEMENTS:  Those who meet the minimum level of experience and training for the screen-out element will then be evaluated in each of the following job elements:

1.   Ability to do the work of a Housekeeping Aid without more than normal supervision. (Screen out)

2.   Skills and knowledge of work practices where work areas have to be kept clean, neat, sanitary, and in order.

3.   Ability to interpret instructions.

4.   Dexterity and safety.

5.   Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment.

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE CANNOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Housekeeping Aid positions are restricted to Veterans Preference Eligible’s.  Eligibility under special appointing authorities.  For more information on veterans preference go to website: http://www.opm.gov/staffingPortal/Vetguide.asp

 

Veterans Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference on the Occupational Questionnaire in the section provided and provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) and/or documentation related to your active duty service which shows dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), or dates of impending separation.

Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10 Point Veterans Preference" with required proof as stated on the form.  For more information, please review the information for disabled Veterans in the application checklist visit http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/veterans.aspx.

 

 

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

Your résumé and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

Country: USA, State: Tennessee, City: Johnson, Company: Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration.