Custodial Worker

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Qualifications
Must pass pre-employment examination
ESEP appointees typically serve a two year trial period
U.S. Citizenship is required
COVID-1+ vaccination is required for all selectees prior to entrance on duty
On-call hours or standby duty may be required
Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check
Background Investigation: If you are selected for this vacancy, you must undergo a pre-employment fingerprint check and background investigation
Fingerprint results and background investigation documentation must be cleared prior to hire
You may be subject to a credit check as a part of the background investigation process
To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying
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; religious; spiritual; community; social)
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience
Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks:
Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Performing routine janitorial and custodial work such as sweeping, scrubbing, and waxing floors; washing windows and walls; dusting and polishing furniture and fixtures; and emptying waste cans
Work that is done by hand or with powered equipment such as power scrubbers and buffers
Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade Requirements: Merit Promotion (status) candidates must have completed one year of service at the next lower grade level
You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement
There are no education requirements
Per IHS policy (SGM 21-04) IHS selectees to positions located in Federally operated hospitals, health centers, and clinics must be fully vaccinated for COVID-1+ before entry on duty or have IHS approve a medical or religious exemption
If an exemption is approved then wearing a face mask and regular testing for COVID-1+ will be required
Benefits
Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee
IHS may offer newly-appointed Federal employees credit for their directly related previous non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service
This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave
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As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding
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Responsibilities
The purpose of the position is to work alone or as a member of a crew to perform the full range of custodial duties in assigned areas of the hospital, following general instructions on the work to be completed
Scrubs, strips, waxes, and polishes floors
Keeps rest rooms in clean, orderly, and sanitary condition
Keeps Instrument shops, offices, and public area clean and orderly
Stores stock of cleaning materials and equipment needed to do the work
You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week
Job description
Summary

This position is located at the Red Lake Indian Health Service in Red Lake, MN. The purpose of the position is to work alone or as a member of a crew to perform the full range of custodial duties in assigned areas of the hospital, following general instructions on the work to be completed.

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Duties
• Scrubs, strips, waxes, and polishes floors.
• Keeps rest rooms in clean, orderly, and sanitary condition.
• Keeps Instrument shops, offices, and public area clean and orderly.
• Stores stock of cleaning materials and equipment needed to do the work.

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Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Must pass pre-employment examination.

Selectee may be subject to a probationary/trial period

ESEP appointees typically serve a two year trial period

U.S. Citizenship is required

Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1+5+

This is a designated position covered by Public Law 101-630, requiring contact or control over Indian children. Due to this requirement, the agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes.

Measles and Rubella immunization required for selectees born after 1+57 and seasonal influenza immunization is required for all staff working in Indian Health Service health care facilities.

COVID-1+ vaccination is required for all selectees prior to entrance on duty.

On-call hours or standby duty may be required.

Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/.

You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you.

Background Investigation: If you are selected for this vacancy, you must undergo a pre-employment fingerprint check and background investigation. Fingerprint results and background investigation documentation must be cleared prior to hire. After you begin your employment, your continued employment is contingent upon the outcome of a complete background investigation as determined by the sensitivity level of your position. The investigation must find that you are suitable for Federal employment in your position. If you are found not suitable, you will be terminated after you begin work. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be fired after you begin work; or subject to possible criminal charges. You may be subject to a credit check as a part of the background investigation process.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying.

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; religious; spiritual; community; social). 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.

Basic Requirement(s)

Candidates for this position will be evaluated under the Federal Wage System (FWS) Job Grading Standards. Applicants will be rated in the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position. Each of the job elements must be addressed on the on-line assessment questionnaire in order for the applicant to be rated for the position. Your resume must reflect the answers to your on-line assessment questionnaire.

NOTE: Competition for Custodial Worker positions is restricted by law to persons entitled to veterans' preference as long as such applicants are available for appointment.

In addition to the Basic Requirements, you must also meet the Minimum Qualifications stated below.

Minimum Qualifications

Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks:

Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Performing routine janitorial and custodial work such as sweeping, scrubbing, and waxing floors; washing windows and walls; dusting and polishing furniture and fixtures; and emptying waste cans. Work that is done by hand or with powered equipment such as power scrubbers and buffers.

Time In Grade

Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade Requirements: Merit Promotion (status) candidates must have completed one year of service at the next lower grade level. Time-In-Grade provisions do not apply under the Excepted Service Examining Plan (ESEP).

You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.

Education

There are no education requirements.

Additional information

This position is being announced concurrently under the Excepted Service Examining Plan/Merit Promotion Plan. Please review vacancy announcement number IHS-24-BJ-122+8460-ESEP/MP; for eligibility requirements. NOTE: Applicants must apply separately for each announcement in order to be considered.

OPEN UNTIL FILLED: THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS OPEN UNTIL THE VACANCY IS FILLED. IT MAY BE EXTENDED OR CLOSED PRIOR TO THE CURRENT CLOSING DATE. APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY 11:5+ EST TUESDAY TO BE CONSIDERED, CUT OFF DATE FOR APPLICATIONS IS 02/13/2024 AND EVERY TUESDAY THERE AFTER.

Per IHS policy (SGM 21-04) IHS selectees to positions located in Federally operated hospitals, health centers, and clinics must be fully vaccinated for COVID-1+ before entry on duty or have IHS approve a medical or religious exemption. If an exemption is approved then wearing a face mask and regular testing for COVID-1+ will be required. Your Human Resources Specialist will provide a list of documents acceptable as vaccination proof and instructions on how to submit your vaccination documentation or how to request a medical or religious exemption, if needed.

Additional selection(s) of candidates may be possible within 240 days from the date the certificate of eligibles was issued for this announcement.

Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. IHS may offer newly-appointed Federal employees credit for their directly related previous non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave.

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Red Lake Service Unit

24760 Hospital Drive

Red Lake, MN 56671

US

United States
Minnesota
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