This position is located within Environmental Management Services (EMS) of the St. Cloud Veterans Affairs (VA)Medical Center. Incumbent serves as a work leader for a crew of four to eight Housekeeping Aids/EVS Techs. Incumbent provides leadership and direction to the employees for which he/she is responsible to accomplish the full range of responsibilities assigned. In addition to work leader responsibilities, incumbent wil1 perform housekeeping duties

Duties

Duties include, but are not limited to: Performs housekeeping duties to include cleaning of corridors, lobbies, offices, bathrooms, stairways, clinics, waiting rooms, etc. Operates heavy duty, technical equipment such as battery operated, self-propelled floor scrubbers, self-propelled vacuum sweeper, hot water/steam extraction carpet cleaning machines, etc. Maintains all horizontal and vertical surfaces throughout the Medical Center at a high appearance and sanitation level. Ensures that all floor, wall, and ceiling surfaces are cleaned properly with the proper product to provide the maximum results without damage to the surface. Monitors the work of Housekeeping Aides while work is in progress to observe that proper work methods, procedures, and safety practices are being followed. Provides coordination for requested chair set-ups/take-downs, and other possible special assignments within the scope of EMS. Occasionally operates vehicles (approximately 4% of time or less on a periodic basis) with approximate gross vehicle weight up to 10,000 pounds. Performs other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm OR 4:30p, to 1:00am, and every 4th Weekend & Holiday Position Description Title/PD#: Housekeeping Aid Leader / Environmental Services Technician Leader/PD90466A Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Authorized Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 08/22/2024. 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: Dexterity and SafetyInterpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading)Lead or SuperviseUse and Maintain Tools and EquipmentWork Practices 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: You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position. Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination. Physical Expectations: Incumbent must have the physical capability to remain in his/her feet for long periods of time. He/She must be able to stoop, bend, push, pull, reach, and exercise normal body movements to perform cleaning duties. He/She must have the visual acuity to see dirt, cobwebs. etc. to perform the duties of the position. Incumbent must have the physical strength to operate and control the various types of industrial equipment used in housekeeping activity. Working Conditions: Incumbent usually works indoors in a well-heated, well-lighted, and well-ventilated building. He/She is exposed to dirt, bacteria, disagreeable odors, and may be subjected to contagious diseases associated with hospital settings. He/She is exposed to possibility of cuts and bruises from carts and machinery. Incumbent is exposed to skin irritations from cleaning solutions in concentrated form used in the housekeeping activity. He/She is exposed to vibration and noise from equipment used when performing cleaning tasks. Incumbent may, on occasion, be subjected to inclement weather conditions when removing trash from the buildings or performing other duties that may take him/her outside of a building.

Education

Not applicable

Contacts

• Address St Cloud VA Medical Center 4801 Veterans Drive St Cloud, MN 56303 US
• Name: Andrea McGuire
• Phone: 602-277-5551 X1738
• Email: [email protected]