Environmental Services Technician Leader (Housekeeping Aid Leader)

Environmental Services Technician Leader (Housekeeping Aid Leader)

As a working leader, the Environmental Services Technician Leader (Housekeeping Aid Leader) will lead 10 or more Environmental Services Technicians (Housekeeping Aids) in general and specialized housekeeping, linen distribution, waste management, pest management and Bed Management System (BMS) duties. They will work under the direction of the Housekeeping Aid Supervisor. When not leading, the incumbent will perform general housekeeping aid duties within Environmental Management Service Line. Responsibilities Major duties and responsibilities will include :

Assisting with the delegation of duties on a daily and a project-by-project basis; Coordinating work with supervisors of other services within the positions area of jurisdiction so as not to interrupt patient care or other activities; Cleaning all patient areas and corridor spaces throughout the medical center, operating rooms, and all other areas as assigned; Planning and scheduling daily and weekly assignments, taking into consideration the availability of personnel and equipment to meet established priorities; Determining the equipment and cleaning materials needed for each job; Training staff to ensure the use of patient centered care principles in terms of customer service to patients, family members, and personnel; Providing on-the job training for co-workers and new employees; Keepings subordinates abreast of proper methods, procedures and uses of equipment and supplies; Ensuring all safety regulations and procedures are observed and may on occasion be required to conduct training classes on specific safety issues; Inspecting assigned areas to assure the timely accomplishment of employee assignments, sanitation levels are maintained, equipment properly cared for and that associated housekeeping objectives are accomplished in an expedient and timely manner; Performing related duties as required.

Work Schedule : 3 : 00pm -11 : 30pm, Rotating tour Sunday - Saturday with various days off to include holidays and weekends. Work Schedule is subject to change based on agency needs.

Position Description Title / PD# : Environmental Services Technician Leader (Housekeeping Aid Leader) / PD07739A

Physical Requirements : Incumbent must be able to continually stand, bend, and stoop and reach while performing regular duties. Must be able to lift or carry objects weighing approximately 50 pounds. Occasionally move and control heavy equipment, push loads weighing up to 700 pounds and work from ladders. Mostly works indoors in adequately heated, lighted and ventilated area. Care is required to avoid serious injuries when working on ladders, lifting heavy or when using heavy equipment.

Requirements Conditions of Employment U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Services Registration is required for males born after 12 / 31 / 1959 Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements.

Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.

Qualifications To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. PREFERRED EXPERIENCE : Ability to lead and supervise in general housekeeping, waste management, in addition to performing general housekeeping duties with EMS. 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 Safety Interpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading) Lead or Supervise Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Work 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.