This entry level (trainee) position is located in the Environmental Management Service (EMS of the Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital is a Complexity Level la VHA facility. The primary purpose of this position is to perform work in situations which provide training to develop skills and knowledge of the position at the journeyman Housekeeping Aid level, as outlined in the full performance level position of Housekeeping Aid, WG-3566-02

Duties

The Housekeeping Aid works under the general supervision of the first line supervisor and/or work leader, or designee. He/She receives orientation, training on new equipment, hazardous materials, infection control and universal precautions. Additional on the job training is provided. This position is involved in cleaning offices, storerooms, corridors, stairways, dormitories, hospital rooms and wards, and other areas. At this level, the incumbent will sweep, dry mop, scrub, wax and polish floors, using brooms, mops, lightweight vacuum cleaners, and lightweight floor scrubbers and buffers. The incumbent will polish door knobs and other metal fixtures, wash walls, windows, and blinds that can be reached without climbing ladders or scaffolds. In living quarters and hospital rooms and wards, the incumbent will make beds and change linens; collect soiled linen and places them at a pickup point; receive clean linen and deliver it where directed, using a hand-truck. The incumbent will keep restrooms in clean, orderly, and sanitary condition; sweep, scrub, and wax the floors. Clean, disinfect, and deodorize lavatories, urinals, and toilet bowls. Clean mirrors, sinks, and water fountains. Dust ledge and woodwork; replace deodorizers, toilet tissue, hand towels, and soap. Note condition of restroom and report to the supervisors of any broken windows, water leaks, clogged drains, and other conditions requiring maintenance. The incumbent will keep a stock of cleaning materials and equipment needed to do the work. Notify the supervisors when more materials are needed or when equipment is in need of repair or replacement. Performs other related duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Subject to shift changes, weekends, and Holiday work as needed. Sun-Sat, 6:00am-2:30pm, 7:00am-3:30pm, , 3:30pm-12:00am ; 1:30pm-10:00pm; or 10:00pm-6:30am Candidates must be willing to work weekends, irregular work hours and extended hours if determined by the needs of the service. Furthermore, candidates must be willing to be placed, detailed, or temporarily assigned to other related services and/or locations, if necessary. Available shifts will be discussed at interview. Position Description Title/PD#: Environmental Services Technician (Houekeeping Aide)/PD00003A Physical Requirements: 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 ventilation. 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.

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
• May serve a probationary period
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• A complete application package; Resume, Transcripts, etc.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process

Qualifications

To 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: Dexterity and SafetyFollow DirectionsHandle Weights and LoadsReliability And DependabilitySpecial Aptitude - Housekeeping WorkWork 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.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Edward Hines Junior Hospital 5000 South 5th Avenue Hines, IL 60141 US
• Name: Christina Johnson
• Phone: 757-254-8574
• Email: [email protected]