CUSTODIAN - UNACCOMPANIED HOUSING

                                                                       ANNOUNCING AN OPPORTUNITY TO

BECOME A PART OF THE MWR TEAM

POSITION: CUSTODIAN – UNACCOMPANIED HOUSING

SALARY: $16.14 PH

 

ANNOUNCEMENT #: GP-22-35609                                                          FULL-TIME

OPENING DATE:  18 JULY 2022                                                                     PERSONNEL BULLETIN
CLOSE DATE:  1 AUG 2022                                                             

EMPLOYMENT CATEGORY:  Full-time - 35 - 40 hours per week, benefits. / Must be able to work a varying work schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

PURPOSE:   The purpose of this position is to provide quality and efficient housekeeping services to guests or guest areas while maintaining the highest level of customer service.

LOCATION:   UNACCOMPANIED HOUSING; Morale Welfare and Recreation Department, Community Activities Division, Naval Construction Battalion Center, Gulfport, Mississippi.

AREA OF CONSIDERATION:  Open to the Public. Vacancies may be filled by methods other than promotions when the best qualified person can be obtained from other sources.

HOW TO APPLY:  https://www.usajobs.gov/job/666033800

To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the Federal Government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Therefore, to the extent a Federal job announcement includes the requirement that applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 pursuant to Executive Order 14043, that requirement does not currently apply. Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Duties include but are not limited to:

  • Performs varying degrees of complexity in cleaning processes.   Demonstrates proficiency related to daily service, check-out, deep cleaning, and special project cleaning assignments based on Lodging program cleaning standards. 
  • Vacuums, sweeps, and mops floors; dusts, polishes, cleans, and moves furniture.
  • Removes trash, places in dumpsters, and replaces liners.
  • Places proper number of amenities in room to include consumables/non-consumables, linen, kitchen, and bathroom. 
  • Removes and replaces bed linen, inspects mattresses and pull-out sofas, and moves/re-positions beds upon guest checkout, weekly, or at a guest’s request. .
  • Cleans walls, doors, ceilings, stand-up/ceiling fans, light fixtures, exterior of air vents, windows, sills, tracks, blinds and curtains.
  • Cleans coffee makers, ice buckets, beverage kits, refrigerators, stove tops, cookware, utensils, cutlery, cups/glasses, plates, sinks, counters, ovens, ranges, cupboards, drawers, and microwaves to include proper programming of its respective clock/time.
  • Ensures dishwashers are clean and in working condition.
  • Cleans vanities, mirrors, hardware, cabinets/shelving, toilets, bath tubs/shower stalls, tile, and bathroom exhaust fans. Replaces bathroom terry and linens to include shower curtains.
  • Cleans irons, removes excess water and replaces as necessary, cleans ironing boards and replaces covers as necessary, cleans and ensures proper functionality of luggage racks and ensures proper numbers of clean male/female hangers are available in closets.
  • Cleans washers and dryers and ensures machines are operational.
  • Ensures in-room guest directories are clean and organized, TV’s are clean and programmed to proper channel and volume, alarm clocks are properly programmed with back-up battery and in-room phones are clean, properly programmed, and in working condition.
  • Cleans common area spaces to include vending rooms and ice machines, laundry rooms, elevators, break rooms, walkways, corridors, stairwells, office spaces, lounges, storerooms and storage spaces.
  • Performs deep cleaning as required by program standards (e.g. on a scheduled basis and upon check-out of guests in “pet friendly” rooms and in rooms that had an ADA service animal), which includes, but is not limited to: defrosting the refrigerator, cleaning windows (inside and out), replacing and/or cleaning drapes, moving furniture and cleaning normally hidden areas, carpet cleaning (shampoo and/or spot treatment), cleaning walls/woodwork, and other such tasks.
  • Counts, sorts, inspects, and prepares linen for operational use. 
  • Applies Blood Borne Pathogen criteria to determine potential safety concerns related to contaminated linens and applies appropriate UH protocols during daily service activity.
  • Completes maintenance requests for items broken, defective, or in need of replacing.
  • Performs basic, routine maintenance on vacuum cleaners by cleaning all areas and replacing filters as necessary.
  • Maintains the cleanliness, inventory, and organization of housekeeping carts and linen carts.
  • Reports any damages or valuables (e.g. large amounts of cash, jewelry, or confidential/sensitive information) left out in the open by guests to the Supervisor.
  • Reports any activity that appears unsafe, illegal, or suspicious to the Supervisor.
  • Interacts professionally with guests and other team members, displays a positive attitude, utilizes effective communication skills, and assists guests to include answering questions concerning hotel facilities and provides information about on base and local attractions.
  • Communicates with the front desk when identifying lost and found items by annotating all relevant information to facilitate retrieval of the item for that specific guest.
  • Maintains key control for assigned key and reports any issues immediately to the Supervisor.

PHYSICAL EFFORT

This position is required to do considerable standing, bending, kneeling, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, stretching and climbing. Must have ability to perform moderately strenuous physical labor as unassisted lifting, moving and carrying of supplies and equipment weighing up to 45 pounds is required. Assisted lifting, moving and carrying in excess of 45 pounds may be required.   May be required to climb/descend stairs and properly placed stepladders.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is primarily performed indoors in areas that normally have adequate heat, light, and ventilation. Some facilities will require exposure to outdoors, as access to some rooms is from the outside, resulting in exposure to nature and weather conditions. The incumbent may be exposed to dirt, disagreeable odors, and skin/eye irritants from strong cleaning solutions used in household cleaners. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is provided and required to be utilized for safety reasons.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:  In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience.  All non-government positions identified on your resume must include complete address and to and from dates.  Government positions must include pay plan, series, grade, to and from dates and address of the agency/organization.

One year of specialized experience directly related to the duties described above. Qualifying experience must have been equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression.

Specialized experience must demonstrate the following:

  • Knowledge of cleaning procedures and proper use of cleaning equipment and approved cleaning chemicals, including familiarity with applicable Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
  • Knowledge of UH program standards.
  • Knowledge of how to operate all in-room appliances (e.g., coffee maker, television, clock radio, telephone, etc.). 
  • Ability to utilize Property Management System (PMS) software to update room status using the in-room telephone system. 
  • Ability to accurately complete daily room status reports and housekeeping assignment sheets.
  • Ability to interpret, execute, and document cleaning actions in accordance with UH Housekeeping Manual and program policy guidance.
  • Ability to apply knowledge of general cleaning procedures to complete housekeeping tasks. 
  • Ability to safely and properly use common hand and powered tools.
  • Ability to apply sound judgment to schedule and prioritize work assignments in order to honor requests for No Service/Do-Not-Disturb while adhering to  program standards for in person service follow-up and cleaning frequencies.
  • Ability to navigate web-based Learning Managed System (LMS) and use associated software to complete online and e-learning training.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, both verbally and in writing with management, staff and guests.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, 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.

As part of the application process, you must complete and submit an occupational questionnaire and your RESUME MUST SUPPORT AND VALIDATE YOUR ANSWERS or you may be removed from consideration.

ONLY THE MOST HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE REFERRED. IF MANAGEMENT DOES NOT WISH TO SELECT A HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATE, THEY MAY REQUEST A REFERRAL LIST INCLUDING WELL OR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS.

Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating and/or appointment eligibility.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

This position may be designated ALPHA personnel for inclement weather or in the interest of national security and may be required to report for work when other employees are excused.

This position is subject to the possibility of workdays on weekends and holidays, as well as, rotating shifts, often consisting of other than normal duty hours.       

May be recalled to duty and/or required to work overtime, including on an emergency basis.

Subject to satisfactory completion of a physical examination.

May be required to possess a valid state driver license, as travel to other facilities may be required within the normal scope of duties. Applicants will be notified when this is a requirement for appointment.

This position is subject to a favorable National Agency Check (NAC).

This position is required to attend and complete mandatory training programs to obtain housekeeping certification and re-certification.  Training is provided in varying environments such as classroom-trainer led, online self-guided courses, virtual-led courses and hands on training.

The incumbent is required to obtain a housekeeping certification within 120 days of employment.

The incumbent is required to complete any other required annual trainings designated by the Department of Navy.

Education

Not applicable.

Additional information

Some positions have special requirements
• Position is a sensitive, position requiring access to IT II system and/or access to PII. An access National Agency Check investigation (ANACI) is required via the SF 86 security form.
• Required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450. Executive Branch Personnel Confidential Financial Disclosure Report upon entering the position and annually, in accordance with DoD Directive 5500-7R, Joint Ethics Regulation, dated 23 March 2006.
• Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.
• For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee may be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes.

This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of closing date.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO APPLY:

  • If you are a veteran claiming Veterans' Preference, please attach your DD-214 "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," showing all dates of service, receipt of medals and campaign badges, as well as character of service (Honorable, General, etc.). The member 4 copy of your DD-214, “Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty,” is preferable.
  • A resume should be provided. It should include relevant work experience (start/end dates stated in month/year, description of duties and salary), applicable education at a minimum, and your contact information. For current or previous Federal employees, it should also include the Pay Plan, Series and Grade for each work experience entry.
  • For current or previous Federal employees, please attach a copy of your most recent SF-50 or agency notification of personnel action form that provides current position, grade level, and duty location.
  • Please provide a copy of your College transcript(s) which support those qualifications for which you wish to have considered.

- Please include 3 professional references with your Resume.

FAILURE TO PROVIDE THE ABOVE MENTIONED “REQUIRED DOCUMENTS” WILL RESULT IN AN INCOMPLETE APPLICATION AND WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

Veteran’s Preference/Gold Star Veteran's Preference: Qualifying military veterans, and spouses/parents of deceased veterans shall be given employment preference over non-preference applicants if they are equally qualified. Preference applicable for positions open to external candidates. To claim Veteran's preference, you MUST: Submit a copy of your DD-214 (member 4 copy); AND Submit completed SF15 from the Veterans Administration (VA); AND Submit any other supporting documentation (disability, official statements, proof of service, etc). To claim Gold Star Veteran's preference, you MUST:  Submit completed SF-15 from the Veterans Administration (VA); AND Submit a legible copy of DD-1300; AND Submit any other supporting documentation (official statements, document of service, court decree, etc).

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE:  Qualifying veterans must submit a copy of their DD-214 with their application for employment.

SPOUSAL PREFERENCE: The time period of eligibility for spousal preference begins 30 days before the military member's reporting date at a new duty station outside of the current duty station's commuting area and applies without time restriction except that spouses seeking preference with less than six months’ time remaining in the area may be non-selected. Spousal Preference forms are located in the lobby at the MWR Admin. Bldg. 352. 

You MUST attach spouse’s orders.

You MUST be referenced (family) on the orders. 

If you are not referenced by name on the order, you MUST provide a copy of your marriage certificate.

Dept of the Navy is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation or any other non-merit factors.

As a condition of employment, selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds transfer within the first 60days of employment. This is a DoD standard method of payment of personnel.  Employees will be subject to administrative action for failure to enroll unless a waiver has been obtained.