Custodial Worker (Housekeeper) in Mildenhall, United Kingdom

Summary About the position: The position Custodial Worker (Housekeeper) is located at Lodging, RAF Mildenhall, United Kingdom. The function of the organization is to provide lodging to transient personnel and their families. Performs a variety of simple cleaning tasks associated with lodging operations. Must be able to continuously stand, stoop, and reach for long period of time. STANDING REGISTER ANNOUNCEMENT: Applications will be reviewed, and referrals made every 7 days. Responsibilities Performs the full range of cleaning duties in an assigned area which may consist of guest rooms, corridors, pet friendly rooms and/or restrooms etc. Sweeps, dry mobs, scrubs, waxes and polishes floors, using brooms, mops, vacuum cleaners, and floor scrubbers and buffers. Dusts, waxes, and polishes furniture. Empties ashtrays and wastebaskets. Polishes door knobs and other metal fixtures. Washes walls, windows, and blinds that can be reached with the use of ladders. Occasionally works on ladders to clean venetian blinds, etc. Makes beds and change linens. Collects soiled linen and places it at a pick up point. Receives clean linen and deliver it where directed, using a hand-truck. Uses various preparations to clean and maintain linoleum, wood, marble, and various kinds of floor, wall and ceiling surfaces. Cleans, disinfects, and deodorizes lavatories, urinals, and toilet bowls. Cleans mirrors, sinks, and water fountains. Dusts ledges, woodwork, and furniture. Replaces deodorizers, toilet tissue, hand towels, soap, and other complimentary sundry items. Removes stains from a variety of surfaces, using chemicals and cleaning solutions. Runs powered cleaning equipment, cleans and oils it, and changes brushes and accessories. Reports to supervisor broken windows, water leaks, clogged drains, and other conditions requiring maintenance. Keeps a stock of cleaning materials and equipment needed to do the work. Advises supervisor when more materials are needed or when equipment needs repair or replacement. Reports any violation(s) of the TLF policy conditions immediately to the supervisor. When assigned to pet friendly facilities, duties may include disposing of animal waste/feces, removing/cleaning/replacing pet carriers upon guest/pet check-out as needed. Performs other related duties as assigned. If interested in this position, please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12479436 Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant’s eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 10/15/2024 The area of consideration for this vacancy announcement: Citizens, permanent residents, and legal residents of the United States (US) who reside within the local commuting area (60-mile radius) of RAF Mildenhall, United Kingdom (UK), or will do so within the next 30 days. Permanent and legal residents of the US must be citizens of a NATO country, unless authorized to reside in the UK as a dependent of an employee who serves in support of the US Visiting Forces. Eligible applicants must possess a US-issued social security number and be able to provide documentation proving residency status in the UK. Applicants cannot be ‘ordinarily resident’. A person is considered to be ‘ordinarily resident’ if they have resided in the United Kingdom (UK) for more than 366 days without an affiliation to the US Visiting Forces. Time spent in the UK as an employee, or dependent of an employee, of a US agency serving and supporting the US Visiting Forces (i.e., active duty military, federal civilian, AAFES, Red Cross, one of the contract universities, a military banking facility or federal credit union, or US government contractors) is not counted toward being ‘ordinary resident’. In accordance with the Status of Forces Agreement between the US and the UK, British citizens may not apply for US NAF positions; however, they may be eligible to apply for local national positions on base. Dual US/UK citizens may apply for US NAF positions if they have a valid US passport. Business Based Action Family Member Preference Military Spouse Preference Outside Applicant Veteran Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Knowledge of the proper uses of a variety of special cleaning and sanitizing solutions and how to remove different kinds of stains from a wide variety of surfaces. Ability to independently complete full range of duties on their own and without instructions. Must be able to use, clean and make adjustments to power cleaning equipment such as stammers, vacuums and dryers. Ability to read and follow simple signs and specific written and/or oral instructions. Must be able to continuously stand, stoop, and reach for long periods of time. You will be evaluated on the basis of your suitability and fitness for the position. Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution in order to qualify. Additional Information The Hiring Agency will review applications and applicants, if eligible, referred every 7 days. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation. All Federal NAF employees are required by PL 104-134 to have salary payments made by electronic funds transfer/direct deposit. Probationary period may be required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible. Additional selections may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date. Multiple positions may also be filled from this job opportunity announcement. This vacancy may close sooner than the date advertised if all positions become filled. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government’s interest. LQA is not authorized. Post Allowance is authorized for Regular Full Time employment category. This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force. A career with the AF provides a comprehensive benefits package. As an employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your career very rewarding. Benefits include Annual & Sick Leave, 401k etc (Link provided below within Benefits Section)