Laborer

• Performs general maintenance and grounds maintenance tasks.
• Performs cleaning and custodial tasks using appropriate equipment and supplies.
• Operates and performs routine maintenance on hand tools power tools and grounds/cleaning equipment.
• Moves stocks and delivers materials supplies and equipment.
• Assists with preventive maintenance and minor repairs and identifies or reports needed repairs.

Selectee may be subject to a probationary 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.

Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities visit will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you.

Background Investigation Requirement:
This position requires the successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment.

A background investigation is a standard process used by the Federal Government to verify an individuals identity employment history education and other relevant information to determine suitability for Federal service.

Upon receipt of instructions applicants must complete all required background investigation forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance. Timely completion is critical to avoid delays in processing or a determination of unsuitability.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize this requirement and to maintain regular communication with their assigned Personnel Security Specialist throughout the process.

Financial Suitability Requirement:
This position requires a review of the applicants financial history as part of the personnel security and suitability determination. Applicants must demonstrate financial responsibility maintain good standing with creditors and satisfy all legal financial obligations prior to applying.

Individuals with substantial delinquent or unresolved financial obligations-including but not limited to delinquent federal or state tax liabilities defaulted federal student loans court-ordered fines or fees or child support arrears-may be deemed unsuitable for employment with the Indian Health Service (IHS).

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.

BASIC REQUIREMENT(S):
Have the ability to perform the work of a Laborer (Maintenance) without more than normal supervision. Following oral or written instructions and/or work orders; replacing ceiling tile washing windows unplugging drains with plunger changing light bulbs hauling materials and supplies to restock store rooms; performing janitorial/custodial duties such as emptying outdoor trash bins picking up trash cleaning work areas and grounds and cleaning windows and grounds maintenance duties including mowing trimming blowing clippings washing off entrances landscaping performing ice and snow removal from sidewalks and entrance ways; performing cleanup of spills debris and litter from outside areas and in maintenance areas operate high-pressure washers large riding mowers chainsaws jackhammers and industrial cleaning equipment such as buffers vacuums and shampooers.

In addition to the Basic Requirements you must also meet the Minimum Qualifications stated below.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualifications. For this position the job element method is used to match what you the applicant can do against what the work calls for. Your knowledge skills and abilities will be compared to the knowledge skills and abilities (called job elements) needed for success. Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen-out element - Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (Screen-out Element).

Applicants who appear to meet the screen-out element are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated from consideration. The potential eligibles are rated against the remainder of the job elements. While a specific length of training and experience is not required your responses to the questionnaire must be supported by detailed descriptions of your experience on your resume.

You will be rated on the following Job Elements as part of the assessment questionnaire for this position:

- Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision Element 1 (Screen-out)

- Ability To Interpret Instructions Specifications etc. (other than blueprints)

- Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment

- Dexterity and Safety

Physical Effort: Position requires very heavy physical effort including operating riding lawn mowers on grades and around obstacles and frequently lifting and moving equipment or components weighing over 60 pounds.

Working Conditions: Position requires work both indoors and outdoors with frequent exposure to weather and temperature extremes drafts noise dust and dirt. Work may be performed in government quarters field clinics and hospital areas. Duties require extreme care and the use of appropriate safety equipment such as gloves hearing protection safety glasses respirators and steel-toed shoes.