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Summary This position is located in the Housekeeping Services Department, at the Phoenix Indian Medical Center, in Phoenix, AZ. The incumbent serves as work leader and also performs non-leader work requiring knowledge and application of specialized cleaning procedures within the medical center including the intensive care unit, central supply, emergency room area, operating room, obstetric ward and delivery room. Responsibilities Demonstrates proper work methods, and starts work. Works along with other employees and sets pace performing custodial work of the same kind and levels as that done by the group led. Checks work while in progress and upon completion to ensure that supervisor's instructions on work sequence, methods, procedures and deadlines are met and advise employees such compliance from employees led. Answers workers' questions regarding cleaning procedures, policies, written instructions and other directives. Reports to the supervisor on status and progress of work, causes of delays, and overall work operations and problems. Performs specialized cleaning procedures in such areas as, interim and terminal isolation room upon discharge of patient, Intensive Care Unit, Central Supply and the Emergency Room area. Checks assigned work area and check sheets to insure specific room cleaning schedules are met and proper standards and infection control requirements are maintained. Operates heavy industrial type equipment such as, scrubbing and high speed burnishers, high and low speed buffers, battery operated scrubber, carpet scrubber with extractor, high pressure sprayer, mercury vacuum, industrial vacuum. Makes minors adjustment on cleaning equipment as necessary. 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 12/31/1959 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. Confidential Financial Disclosure Form required. Measles and Rubella immunization required for selectees born after 1957 and seasonal influenza immunization is required for all staff working in Indian Health Service health care facilities. 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. The Job Qualification System for Trades and Labor Occupations is keyed upon what the applicant can do. The knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant are compared with the job elements assigned to the position. If the applicant shows evidence in the resume or supporting application document of the ability to do the work, they could be considered eligible for the job. JOB ELEMENTS: Ability To Lead Or Supervise (Screen out element) Work Practices (includes keeping things neat, clean and in order) Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (other than blueprints) Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Dexterity and Safety Instructing employees in specific tasks and job techniques, answering questions on procedures, policies, directives, etc., and assisting with problems and coordinating with higher supervision to plan work (Screen-out Element) Minimum Qualifications: Applicant resume and responses to the assessment questionnaire will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element. The applicants who appear to possess the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating. Those who do not meet the prescribed screen-out element are rated ineligible and are eliminated. Physical Requirements: Applicants must be physically able to efficiently perform the duties of the position. Working Conditions: Incumbent is exposed to unpleasant odors and is frequently exposed to the possibility of cuts, chapped hands and bruises. Protective gloves must be worn at all times when handling Infectious waste. 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 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. This position is covered by a Bargaining Unit. Recruitment and/or Relocation Incentives may be authorized and is subject to availability and service unit approval. If offered, you will be required to sign a one (1) year service agreement. Failure to fulfill the service agreement will result in repayment of the incentive. This position has no promotion potential.