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Truman Memorial Veterans HospitalApply Print Share Save Summary This job is open to Duties Requirements How you will be evaluated Required documents How to apply SummaryThis position is located within the Environmental Management Services Division at the Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans Hospital. This position is under the direct supervision of the EVS Supervisor or designee. This position performs both janitorial and custodial services e.g. textile distribution and inventory activity sanitizing and disinfecting waste removal cleaning of blinds replacing curtains washing windows and walls dusting and polishing furniture and fixtures etc.SummaryThis position is located within the Environmental Management Services Division at the Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans Hospital. This position is under the direct supervision of the EVS Supervisor or designee. This position performs both janitorial and custodial services e.g. textile distribution and inventory activity sanitizing and disinfecting waste removal cleaning of blinds replacing curtains washing windows and walls dusting and polishing furniture and fixtures etc.OverviewHelpAccepting applicationsOpen & closing dates 11062025 to 09302026 Salary17.60 to - 20.54 per hour Pay scale & gradeWG 2LocationMany vacancies in the following location Columbia MO Remote jobNoTelework eligibleNoTravel RequiredNot requiredRelocation expenses reimbursedNo Appointment typePermanentWork scheduleFull-time - Multiple shifts available. Days may vary. Specifics will be discussed during the interview process.ServiceCompetitivePromotion potential2 Job family Series 3566 Custodial Working Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceNot RequiredDrug testNoPosition sensitivity and riskNon-sensitive NSLow RiskTrust determination processCredentialingSuitabilityFitnessFinancial disclosureNoBargaining unit statusNoAnnouncement numberCBSS-12831015-26-SWHControl number849735300This job is open toHelpThe public U.S. Citizens Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Clarification from the agencyALL US CITIZENSDIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY This position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority 5 CFR 337.201 for this occupation.This OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT will remain open until September 30 2026. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be November 21 2025 with biweekly cut-off dates. Eligible applications received after that date may be referred at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur on an as-needed basis until positions are filled.DutiesHelp The EVS Technicianexecutes a full range of housekeeping activities in patient and non-patient care areas. The position may be assigned to any tour and may be required to work in various designated areas during any tour of duty. Typically the position works independently with general supervision or works with a team and is responsible for the full-range of cleaning duties in an assigned area throughout the medical facility.These duties include but are limited to the followingPerforms floor maintenance wall washing. Cleans doors doorframes baseboard corners and edges and stairwells. Tasks are accomplished by sweeping dust mopping damp and wet mopping scrubbing stripping refinishing buffing vacuuming and extracting carpets and runners spot cleaning areas and high and low dusting. Periodically utilizes pressure washers and heavy industrial powered and battery operated equipment the above task. Adjusts cleans and performs minor maintenance on this equipment and changes attachments for their proper use in achieving the best results.Empties trash and wastebaskets replaces liners. Transports general refuse regulated medical waste and recycling to central collection areasCleans rest rooms bathrooms and shower rooms ensuring that they are cleaned and meet acceptable standards cleans disinfects and deodorizes lavatories showers bathtubs urinals and toilet bowls cleans mirrors sinks and water fountains washes and polishes light and toilet fixtures.Replenishes supplies of paper towels toilet paper hand sanitizers and soap in all areas where dispensers are located.Moves and arranges furniture patient wardrobes beds etc. in the assigned area to accomplish cleaning tasks.Provides bed-making services in patient care areas and OD rooms cleans mattresses springs and bed frames and cleans bedside stands over bed lights blood pressure cuffs bed tables etc. in patient roomsRemoves bags of soiled textiles from patient rooms and transports to the designated soiled room in each ward area.Loads and unloads clean textiles from bulk carts. Restocks clean textile closets cabinets shelves carts and participates in inventory management activities.Defrosts and cleans patient care refrigerators and ice machines in nourishment kitchen areas cleans stainless steel on storage instrument cabinets and counters elevators in lobbies wards diet-kitchens and nurse utility rooms and cleans ashtrays smoke stands sand urns in designated smoke areas and water fountains.Provides interim cleaning of windows and window ledges from the inside cleans glass door and other glass surfaces and replaces curtains and cleans blinds.Cleans andor replaces needle boxes.Periodically cleans specific non-critical Reusable Medical Equipment RME in inpatient and clinical areas of the medical center.Additionally the position may work with and provide guidance to a Compensated Work Therapy CWT worker and perform other duties as assigned.Work Schedule Multiple shifts available Days may vary.Position Description TitlePD Environmental Services EVS TechnicianPD99909-S and PD99909SWorking Conditions Work is normally performed indoors with adequate heat light and ventilation. Some work may be performed outdoors where there may be exposed to varying degrees of heat and cold as well as inclement weather. PPE may be required in some circumstance as exposure to possible contagious diseases blood and bloody secretion are inherent to this position. Care is required to avoid serious injuries i.e. broken bones when working on ladders or when using 30-100-pound power equipment or handling hazardous materials. RequirementsHelpConditions of employmentU.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 investigationAll 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 12311959Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable forms of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements httpswww.uscis.govi-9-centralform-i-9-acceptable-documents. Effective May 7 2025 drivers licenses or state-issued dentification 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. In determining if your employment advances the public interest we may consideryour performance and conductthe needs and interests of the agencywhether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government andwhether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest. QualificationsTo qualify for this position applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement.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 ElementsDexterity and SafetyFollow DirectionsHandle Weights and LoadsReliability And DependabilitySpecial Aptitude - Housekeeping WorkWork PracticesExperience 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.Note A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional informationUnder the Fair Chance to Compete Act the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicants criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process visit Human Resources and AdministrationOperations Security and Preparedness HRAOSP at The Fair Chance Act.Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel HCP. It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who during the influenza season work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include but are not limited to VA hospitals and associated clinics community living centers CLCs community-based outpatient clinics CBOCs domiciliary units Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed clinical and administrative remote and onsite paid and without compensation full- and part-time employees intermittent employees fee basis employees VA contractors researchers volunteers and health professions trainees HPTs who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents interns fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities.The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan ICTAP and Career Transition Assistance Plan CTAP provide eligible displaced VA competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be well-qualified applicants must possess experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors if applicable and must be proficient in most of the requirements of the job. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPMs Career Transition Resources website which can be found at httpswww.opm.gov.If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.ExpandHide additional informationCandidates 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.BenefitsHelp 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. Review our benefitsEligibility 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.How you will be evaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Applicants will be referred in the order in which they were received. BenefitsHelp 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. Review our benefitsEligibility 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 documentsRequired DocumentsHelp Documents RequiredResumeDocuments AcceptedCover LetterDD-214 Statement of ServiceDisability Letter Schedule ADisability Letter VALicenseOther 1PCS OrdersPerformance AppraisalProfessional CertificationResumeSeparation Notice RIFSF-15SF-50 Notification of Personnel ActionTranscriptPlease review the above lists to ensure you have included all necessary documents required for your application. Not every applicant will require the same documents therefore it is the applicants responsibility to ensure that their application package includes all necessary documents to determine qualifications and eligibility for appointment such as a copy of your SF-50 transcript ICTAPCTAP documentation for displaced Federal employees.You will not be contacted for additional information. Applicants will be deemed ineligible if supporting documentation is not submitted.Veterans Preference Since the Direct-Hire Recruitment Authority is being used traditional Veterans Preference rules do not apply. Qualified veterans will however be given full consideration for this position.Applications are accepted online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application. How to ApplyHelpAll applicants are encouraged to apply online.To apply for this position you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 1159 PM EST on 09302026 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click httpsapply.usastaffing.govViewQuestionnaire12831015.1. To begin click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume andor other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.2. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.NOTE It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center.Beginning September 27 2025 Federal agencies will only accept resumes up to two pages in length to comply with the Merit Hiring Plan. Resumes longer than two pages will result in ineligibility for further consideration for the position. USAJOBS will not allow you to upload or build resumes longer than two pages and you will need to update the resumes in your profile before applying for a job. Resumes should include information relevant to the knowledge skills abilities and competencies of the position to which you are applying. VA is unable to make assumptions about qualifications if not clearly listed. Resumes must be legible so they can be reviewed for eligibility minimum qualifications and other position requirements listed in the job announcement. Your resume must be 5MB or less. We recommend saving and uploading your resume as a PDF to maintain formatting and number of pages. We also accept GIF JPG JPEG PNG RTF TXT PDF ODT or Word DOC or DOCX. We do not accept PDF portfolio files. We recommend using a sans-serif font size like Lato if available. Other widely available options are Calibri Helvetica Arial Verdana Open San Source Sans Pro Roboto or Noro Sans. Make your page margins 0.5 inches. Consider using 14-point size font for titles and 10-point for the main text in your resume. The resume builder can help you create a resume using these recommendations and uses the information in your USAJOBS profile to help you get started. Helpful Hints for Creating a Two-Page Resume Prioritize most relevant and recent experience Use concise results focused language Align language from the job announcement Focus on demonstrating skills and competencies Remove outdated or unrelated experience Use the USAJOBS resume builderAdditional guidance on this new requirement and resume building tools can be found at httpshelp.usajobs.govfaqapplicationdocumentsresumepage-limit httpswww.opm.govpolicy-data-oversighthiring-informationmerit-hiring-plan-resourcesapplicant-guidance-on-the-two-page-resume-limitTo return to an incomplete application log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume andor other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete. Agency contact informationStephen HandyPhone540-944-8351Emailstephen.handyva.govAddress Harry S Truman Memorial Veterans Hospital 800 Hospital Drive Columbia MO 65201 US Next stepsAfter the vacancy announcement closes applicants are evaluated to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete a referral certificates is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email.Fair and transparentThe Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance. Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity EEO Policy Financial suitability New employee probationary period Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy Selective Service Signature and false statements Social security number request Required DocumentsHelp Documents RequiredResumeDocuments AcceptedCover LetterDD-214 Statement of ServiceDisability Letter Schedule ADisability Letter VALicenseOther 1PCS OrdersPerformance AppraisalProfessional CertificationResumeSeparation Notice RIFSF-15SF-50 Notification of Personnel ActionTranscriptPlease review the above lists to ensure you have included all necessary documents required for your application. Not every applicant will require the same documents therefore it is the applicants responsibility to ensure that their application package includes all necessary documents to determine qualifications and eligibility for appointment such as a copy of your SF-50 transcript ICTAPCTAP documentation for displaced Federal employees.You will not be contacted for additional information. Applicants will be deemed ineligible if supporting documentation is not submitted.Veterans Preference Since the Direct-Hire Recruitment Authority is being used traditional Veterans Preference rules do not apply. Qualified veterans will however be given full consideration for this position.Applications are accepted online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application. How to ApplyHelpAll applicants are encouraged to apply online.To apply for this position you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 1159 PM EST on 09302026 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click httpsapply.usastaffing.govViewQuestionnaire12831015.1. To begin click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume andor other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.2. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.NOTE It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center.Beginning September 27 2025 Federal agencies will only accept resumes up to two pages in length to comply with the Merit Hiring Plan. Resumes longer than two pages will result in ineligibility for further consideration for the position. USAJOBS will not allow you to upload or build resumes longer than two pages and you will need to update the resumes in your profile before applying for a job. Resumes should include information relevant to the knowledge skills abilities and competencies of the position to which you are applying. VA is unable to make assumptions about qualifications if not clearly listed. Resumes must be legible so they can be reviewed for eligibility minimum qualifications and other position requirements listed in the job announcement. Your resume must be 5MB or less. We recommend saving and uploading your resume as a PDF to maintain formatting and number of pages. We also accept GIF JPG JPEG PNG RTF TXT PDF ODT or Word DOC or DOCX. We do not accept PDF portfolio files. We recommend using a sans-serif font size like Lato if available. Other widely available options are Calibri Helvetica Arial Verdana Open San Source Sans Pro Roboto or Noro Sans. Make your page margins 0.5 inches. Consider using 14-point size font for titles and 10-point for the main text in your resume. The resume builder can help you create a resume using these recommendations and uses the information in your USAJOBS profile to help you get started. Helpful Hints for Creating a Two-Page Resume Prioritize most relevant and recent experience Use concise results focused language Align language from the job announcement Focus on demonstrating skills and competencies Remove outdated or unrelated experience Use the USAJOBS resume builderAdditional guidance on this new requirement and resume building tools can be found at httpshelp.usajobs.govfaqapplicationdocumentsresumepage-limit httpswww.opm.govpolicy-data-oversighthiring-informationmerit-hiring-plan-resourcesapplicant-guidance-on-the-two-page-resume-limitTo return to an incomplete application log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume andor other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.ExpandHide how to applyAgency contact informationStephen HandyPhone540-944-8351Emailstephen.handyva.govAddress Harry S Truman Memorial Veterans Hospital 800 Hospital Drive Columbia MO 65201 US Next stepsAfter the vacancy announcement closes applicants are evaluated to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete a referral certificates is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email.ExpandHide next stepsFair and transparentThe Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance. Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity EEO Policy Financial suitability New employee probationary period Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy Selective Service Signature and false statements Social security number request SummaryThis position is located within the Environmental Management Services Division at the Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans Hospital. This position is under the direct supervision of the EVS Supervisor or designee. This position performs both janitorial and custodial services e.g. textile distribution and inventory activity sanitizing and disinfecting waste removal cleaning of blinds replacing curtains washing windows and walls dusting and polishing furniture and fixtures etc.OverviewHelpAccepting applicationsOpen & closing dates 11062025 to 09302026 Salary17.60 to - 20.54 per hour Pay scale & gradeWG 2LocationMany vacancies in the following location Columbia MO Remote jobNoTelework eligibleNoTravel RequiredNot requiredRelocation expenses reimbursedNo Appointment typePermanentWork scheduleFull-time - Multiple shifts available. Days may vary. Specifics will be discussed during the interview process.ServiceCompetitivePromotion potential2 Job family Series 3566 Custodial Working Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceNot RequiredDrug testNoPosition sensitivity and riskNon-sensitive NSLow RiskTrust determination processCredentialingSuitabilityFitnessFinancial disclosureNoBargaining unit statusNoAnnouncement numberCBSS-12831015-26-SWHControl number849735300 Previous resultNext result Your session is about to expire Your USAJOBS session will expire due to inactivity in 8 minutes. Any unsaved data will be lost if you allow the session to expire. Click the button below to continue your session. 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