- Position Title
- Housekeeping Aid
- Agency
- Veterans Health Administration
- Announcement Number
- CBTD-11148919-21-DD Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Wednesday, June 16, 2021 to Thursday, February 17, 2022
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1.
Are you a veteran who separated from active duty under honorable conditions AND you:
To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service. You must also submit the disability letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs or Armed Service and the Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, Standard Form 15.
- have a rating by the Department of Veterans Affairs showing a compensable service-connected disability of 30% or more; OR,
- retired from active military service with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more?
To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service. You must also submit the disability letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs or Armed Service and the Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, Standard Form 15.
2.
Are you a veteran whose latest discharge was under honorable conditions AND you:
To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of service which includes character of service. *Note current Federal employees must also meet Time-in-Grade requirements.
- served three or more years of continuous active duty service in the military (NOTE: if released shortly before completing a 3-year tour, you are considered to meet the eligibility); OR,
- are entitled to veterans' preference?
To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of service which includes character of service. *Note current Federal employees must also meet Time-in-Grade requirements.
3.
Do you claim Veterans' Preference?
4.
Are you a veteran who separated from active duty under honorable conditions AND you:
For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service. If claiming disability preference, you must also submit the disability letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs or Armed Service and the Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, Standard Form 15.
- recently separated (within the past 3 years); OR,
- are a disabled veteran; OR,
- served on active duty during a war, campaign or expedition; OR,
- received an Armed Forces Service Medal?
For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service. If claiming disability preference, you must also submit the disability letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs or Armed Service and the Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, Standard Form 15.
Assessment 1
IMPORTANT NOTICE: By law, Housekeeping Aid positions are open to applicants with Veterans' Preference. Non-preference eligible applicants may be considered only if there is an insufficient number of preference eligibles to fill the vacant position(s) and upon approval from VA Central Office and/or the Office of Personnel Management (OPM). In order to receive consideration, a copy of your DD-214, discharge paper from the military service, or other acceptable proof of preference eligibility must be submitted.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
1.
(Screen Out) - Ability to Do the Work of Housekeeping Aid without More Than Normal Supervision?
Select the appropriate answer to each of the following questions based on your current level of experience that demonstrates your ability to perform the duties of this position. When answering the questionnaire, remember that your experience is subject to verification by investigation. You may be asked to provide specific examples or documentation of experience as proof to support your answers, or you may be required to verify a response by a practical demonstration of your claimed ability to perform a task.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Cleaning and sanitizing restrooms: urinals, commode, sink, mirror, etc.
3.
Sweeping and mopping floors repetitively in high traffic areas such as corridors, restrooms, stairways, entryways, cafeterias, and other areas.
4.
Emptying trash cans at various locations several times a day.
5.
Keeping equipment, cords, hoses, etc. clean and properly stored when not in use.
6.
Using proper cleaning solutions and/or chemicals to successfully remove stains from a variety of surfaces (floors, carpet, tile, walls, etc.)
7.
Applying appropriate cleaning solutions to various types of floors (linoleum, wood, or marble), walls and ceilings to clean and maintain such surfaces.
8.
Cleaning patients' rooms using sanitizing chemicals that will not compromise patients health to disinfect surfaces.
9.
Operating powered equipment such as scrubbing machines, buffers, carpet cleaning machines and/or industrial vacuums.
10.
Using ladders and/or scaffolds to wash ceiling fixtures; washing or replacing venetian blinds, or room partitions.
11.
Pushing, pulling, lifting, carrying or moving cleaning equipment around for several hours or more at a time.
12.
Using proper lifting techniques when lifting objects, especially those that may be bulky and/or awkward.
13.
Standing/walking for several hours or more while cleaning and moving furniture.
14.
Keeping a stock of cleaning materials and equipment needed to do the work.
15.
Removing soiled linen from ward areas or clinics using the proper collection methods for handling possible contaminated items.
16.
Selecting proper equipment to clean floors, carpet, drapes and light fixtures.
17.
Performing routine maintenance on cleaning equipment such as changing filters and brushes on vacuum cleaners and floor buffers.
18.
Following sanitation and infection control procedures to prevent the spread of bacteria.
19.
Adhering to safety policies and procedures when performing manual work.
20.
Working quickly without accidents while at the same time being attentive to the quality of your work.
21.
Recognizing typical health and safety hazards for yourself and other workers around you.
22.
Reading and following posted instructions through signs and pictures.
23.
Following simple written instructions for completing non-routine cleaning tasks.
24.
Following oral directions to perform simple tasks which may require several steps to complete.
25.
Working rapidly and accurately under the pressure of deadlines.