Environmental Services Technician (EVS) - Housekeeping Aid

SummaryThis position is located within the Environmental Management Services Division of a VA Medical Center. This position is under the direct supervision of the Housekeeping Supervisor. This position performs both janitorial and custodial services (textile distribution and inventory activity - sanitizing - e.g. -). Work is regularly performed by hand and with light and heavy-powered (industrial-type) cleaning equipment (scrubbers - buffers - spray) disinfecting equipment - and vacuum cleaners).QualificationsTo qualify for this position - applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. 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 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: 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.DutiesThe Housekeeping Aid executes a full range of housekeeping activities in patient and non-patient care areasThe position may be assigned to any tour and may be required to work in various designated areas during any tour of dutyTypically - the position works independently with general supervision or works with a team and is responsible for the full-range of cleaning duties in an assigned area throughout the medical facilityThese duties include - but are limited to the following: Performs infection control and hazardous waste procedures - following proper task sequences to remove soiled and contaminated textiles - needle boxes - and body fluid spills - and understands the process of handling biohazardous wasteIdentifies different types of medical - non-medical - biohazardous - hazardous - and normal waste to properly carry out dutiesCleans and replaces needle boxes in accordance with safety standardsCleans reusable medical equipment (RME) in inpatient and clinical areas according to established proceduresAdjusts - cleans - and performs minor maintenance on equipment - including changing attachments for proper use and optimal resultsUtilizes pressure washers and industrial-powered equipment to complete cleaning tasks effectivelyOperates light and heavy industrial cleaning equipment - including vacuum cleaners - to perform assigned dutiesCleans restrooms - bathrooms - and shower rooms - ensuring they meet acceptable sanitation standards by disinfecting and deodorizing fixtures and surfacesWorks independently or as part of a team to complete the full range of cleaning duties across assigned areas of the medical facilityReplenishes supplies such as paper towels - toilet paper - hand sanitizer - and soap in designated areasReads - writes - and performs simple math to accurately record waste and laundry handling processesWork Schedule: Monday- Friday 11:00PM-7:30AM - (Subject to change based on the needs of the Agency) Position Description Title/PD#: Environmental Services Technician (EVS) - Housekeeping Aid/PD99909S Physical Requirements:The position demands continuous walking - standing - stooping - kneeling - pulling - and pushingThe work requires the occasional use of heavy-powered cleaning equipment (e.g. - wall washers - industrial-type buffers) weighing over 50 poundsThe duties necessitate considerable dexterity - hand - foot - and eye coordination - and concentration as well as visual acuity to see dirt - dust and debrisWorking Conditions: Work is normally performed indoors with adequate heat - light - and ventilationSome work may be performed outdoors where there may be exposed to varying degrees of heat and cold as well as inclement weatherPPE may be required in some circumstance as exposure to possible contagious diseases - blood and bloody secretion are inherent to this positionCare is required to avoid serious injuries (i.e. - broken bones) when working on ladders - or when using 30-100-pound power equipment or handling hazardous materialsThe VA has adopted Core Values and Characteristics that apply universally across the DepartmentThe five Core Values define \"who we are -\" our culture - and how we care for Veterans - their families and other beneficiariesThe Values are Integrity - Commitment - Advocacy - Respect and Excellence (\"I CARE\")As a VA professional - your opportunities are endlessWith many openings in the multiple functions of VA - you will have a wide range of opportunities and leadership positions at your fingertips.