Custodial Worker
Job Location:
Lawrence, KS - USA
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Job Summary
This position is part of the Haskell Indian Nations University Bureau of Indian Education (BIE). As a Custodial Worker you will be responsible for providing janitorial services to university facilities offices and buildings.
NOTE: Competition for Custodial Worker positions is restricted by law to persons entitled to veterans preference as long as such applicants are available for appointment.
As a Custodial Worker WGyour typical work assignments may include the following under supervision:
- Performs comprehensive cleaning of classrooms education laboratories computer rooms offices hallways dormitory/residential and restroom facilities etc.
- Cleans and sanitizes restrooms and replenishes supplies cleans spills cleans drinking fountains mirrors tables walls fixtures blinds light fixtures etc.
- Empties trash cans and relines cans with liners.
- Sweeps mops steam cleans waxes polishes and buffs floors.
- Vacuums and shampoos carpets and rugs.
- Keeps all buildings parking lots and surrounding areas clean of all debris and litter.
- Ensures that appropriate and necessary levels of inventory are on hand at assigned areas orders necessary supplies and materials and maintains accurate records of received and distributed items.
- May lift and move objects weighing about 40 pounds (18 kilograms) and occasionally objects weighing over 50 pounds (23 kilograms).
- Be sure to read the How to Apply and Required Documents Sections.
- U.S. Citizenship is required.
- A background security investigation will be required for all new hires. Appointment will be subject to the applicants successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication.
- As a condition of employment you will be required to serve a 2-year trial or 1-year probationary period during which your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest will be evaluated.
- If you are a male applicant born after 12/31/1959 you are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act and the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 in order to be eligible for appointment to this agency.
- Driving Requirement (Required only at time of appointment): Incumbent may be required as an incidental duty to operate a government-owned or leased motor vehicle in the performance of duties therefore a valid drivers license is required.
This position does not have a positive education requirement at this grade level. Therefore no transcripts are required.
Initial appointments to the competitive or excepted service: The probationary or trial period is an extension of the appointment process and therefore requires the agency to determine if continued employment would advance the public interest meet the organization goals and mission of the agency and/or otherwise promote the efficiency of the determining if your employment advances the public interest the agency will consider:
- Your performance and conduct;
- The needs and interests of the agency;
- Whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
- Whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.
Bargaining Unit Status: Position is covered by Bargaining Unit/Union - Federation of Indian Service Employees American Federation of Teachers Local 4521.
Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Documentation: The CTAP/ICTAP provides placement assistance (click here for more details here for DOIs policy) to permanent Federal civilian employees who are surplus displaced or involuntarily separated. Applicants claiming eligibility must submit a 1) copy of their most recent performance appraisal 2) proof of eligibility 3) most current SF-50 noting position grade level and duty location with their application. To be considered applicants must be well-qualified (i.e. meet the minimum qualification requirements including any selective placement factors; education and experience requirements) score at least 85 on the assessment questionnaire and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry.
Status Candidates: Consideration will be given to Non-Indian applicants (Status or Reinstatement eligibles) in the absence of a qualified Indian preference eligible. Applicants not entitled to Indian Preference or Veterans Preference must be Federal civilian employees with competitive status or former Federal civilian employees with reinstatement eligibility and must submit latest Notification of Personnel Action SF-50 as proof.
Veterans Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA): Preference eligibles may apply for permanent positions (career or career-conditional appointments) under merit promotion procedures for VEOA appointments; however veterans preference is not a factor in these appointments. To be eligible for a VEOA appointment a veteran must be a preference eligible OR veteran separated after 3 or more years of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions. Applicants must submit a copy of their DD-214 (Member Copy 4) for verification of eligibility. For more information about this program and to determine whether you are eligible click here.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required Experience:
IC
