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Position Title
Housekeeping Aid - Environmental Services Technician
Agency
Veterans Health Administration
Announcement Number
CBSU-12703538-25-ZP Opens in new window
Open Period
Wednesday, February 26, 2025 to Tuesday, September 30, 2025
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
2. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
  • you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy; AND, 
  • your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
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3. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the Department of Veterans Affairs?  If yes, confirm:
  • you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
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Preferences
1. Which of the following items describes your current or recent (within the last five years) political appointee service?

If you responded yes to any of the items below, you will need to include a SF-50 specifying your prior service.
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Your resume must be submitted in English and include the following information for each job listed:
  • Job title Duties (be as detailed as possible)
  • Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)
  • Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week)
  • Series and Grade, if applicable, for all Federal positions you have held
  • Please be aware that your answers will be verified against information provided on your resume. Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all of the questions by addressing your work experience in detail.
Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications. Do not include a photograph or video of yourself, or any sensitive information (age, date of birth, marital status, protected health information, religious affiliation, social security number, etc.) on your resume or cover letter. We will not access web pages or encrypted, and digitally signed documents linked on your resume or cover letter to determine your qualifications.
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By submitting your application, you are certifying, to the best of your knowledge and belief, all the information submitted by you with your application for employment is true, complete, and made in good faith, and that you have truthfully and accurately represented your work experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education (degrees, accomplishments, etc.). The information you provide as part of your application may be investigated. You are also certifying, and acknowledging, that misrepresenting your experience or education, or providing false or fraudulent information in, or with your application, may affect your eligibility for appointment and/or continued employment. False or fraudulent statements may be punishable by fine or imprisonment (18 U.S.C. 1001). (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Select the appropriate answer to the following questions based on your ability to perform the duties of this position. When answering the questionnaire, remember that your answers are subject to verification by investigation. You may be asked to provide specific examples or documentation of your knowledge or skills 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. Please select only one letter for each item. (limit characters)
1. (Screen-Out) Reliability and Dependability: From the descriptions listed below, select the response that best describes your ability to perform reliably and dependably as a Housekeeping Aid - Environmental Services Technician, based on your past work and/or school performance. Please select only one answer.
In making your response, consider that this job includes such tasks as cleaning hospital patients' rooms, removing soiled linen and potentially contaminated items, cleaning and sanitizing restrooms, vacuuming and mopping floors, and emptying trash cans.
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The following statements pertain to cleanliness, neatness, and concern for sanitation. (limit characters)
2. Using proper cleaning solutions and/or chemicals to successfully remove stains from a variety of surfaces (floors, carpet, tile, walls, etc.)
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3. Applying appropriate cleaning solutions to various types of floors (linoleum, wood, or marble), walls, and ceilings to clean and maintain such surfaces.
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4. Cleaning and sanitizing restrooms: urinals, commode, sink, mirror, etc.
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5. Cleaning patients' rooms using sanitizing chemicals that will not compromise patients' health to disinfect surfaces.
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6. Removing soiled linen from ward areas or clinics using the proper collection methods for handling possible contaminated items.
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7. Keeping a stock of cleaning materials and equipment needed to do your work.
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The following statements pertain to your ability to use housekeeping tools and equipment. (limit characters)
8. Operating powered equipment such as scrubbing machines, buffers, carpet cleaning machines and/or industrial vacuums.
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9. Keeping equipment, cords, hoses, etc., clean and properly stored when not in use.
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10. Using ladders and/or scaffolds to wash ceiling fixtures; washing or replacing venetian blinds, or room partitions.
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11. Performing routine maintenance on cleaning equipment such as changing filters and brushes on vacuum cleaners and floor buffers.
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12. Performing routine maintenance on cleaning equipment such as tightening nuts and bolts and/or greasing/oiling fittings and wheels.
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The following statements pertain to your ability to handle weights and loads. (limit characters)
13. Pushing, pulling, lifting, carrying or moving cleaning equipment around for several hours or more at a time.
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14. Standing/walking for several hours or more while cleaning and moving furniture.
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15. Sweeping and mopping floors repetitively in high traffic areas such corridors, restrooms, stairways, entryways, cafeterias and other areas.
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16. Taking care of a house doing work such as cooking, washing clothes, sweeping, mopping, washing dishes.
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17. Emptying trashcans at various locations several times a day.
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The following statements pertain to your ability to follow directions which vary from task to task. (limit characters)
18. Following sanitation and infection control procedures to prevent the spread of bacteria.
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19. Selecting proper equipment to clean floors, carpet, drapes, and light fixtures.
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20. Reading and following posted instructions through signs and pictures.
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21. Following simple written instructions for completing non-routine cleaning tasks.
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22. Following oral directions to perform simple tasks which may require several steps to complete.
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The following statements pertain to your ability to work with dexterity and safety. (limit characters)
23. Adhering to safety policies and procedures when performing manual work.
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24. Working quickly without accidents while at the same time being attentive to the quality of your work.
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25. Recognizing typical health and safety hazards for yourself and other workers around you.
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26. Working rapidly and accurately under the pressure of deadlines.
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27. Using proper lifting techniques when lifting objects especially those that may be bulky and/or awkward.
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VETERANS PREFERENCE DOCUMENTATION REMINDER - You must submit proper documentation if you are claiming eligibility for veterans preference, which includes a copy of your DD-214 (member copy 4 or earlier version that shows character of service). Applicants claiming 10-Point preference should also submit an SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veterans Preference along with the required documentation listed on the form (such as verification of service-connected disability percentage). (limit characters)
RESUME REMINDER- Your resume must include the following information each job listed: Job title Duties (be as detailed as possible) Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008) Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week) Please be aware that your answers will be verified against information provided on your resume. Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all of the questions by addressing your work experience in detail. Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications. (limit characters)