Summary The Housekeeping Aid Training Leader position is located at Tomah, WI VA Medical Center in the Environmental Management service. In addition to the performance of Journeyman level work, the position instructs, distributes, balances and coordinates the housekeeping workload to the employees on a daily basis. Responsibilities Major duties: Resolve simple informal complaints of employees and refer others to supervisor. Amend or reject work not meeting established standards, refer to supervisor questions or matters not covered by standards and problems in meeting Performance Standards. Coordinates projects and other work activities based on the instructions received from the supervisor. Instructs employees in specific jobs/projects and makes available written instruction or other reference materials. Incorporates the syllabus requirements through a basic orientation to housekeeping procedures and techniques, infection control, safety, chemical use, storage, and the use of appropriate cleaning equipment. Assists the supervisor in establishing priorities and deadliness based on general work schedules, methods and policies, and requirements. Assists the supervisor in the effective and economical use of allocated resources, both human and material for the housekeeping employees. Assist the supervisor in preparation of labor and ordering of materials throughout the Medical Center. Participates with supervisor in designated planning and review sessions which address organizational priorities, staffing, budgets and operational programs. Work Schedule: Full time, Monday - Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm. Position Description Title/PD#: Housekeeping Aid Training Leader/PD03717A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 You may be required to serve a probationary period Subject to background/security investigation Pre-employment physical required Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details. Qualifications To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 03/03/2025. 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 Elements: Interpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading) Lead or Supervise Work Practices 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; 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. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: Occasionally lifts heavy loads, be able to climb/descent ladders and scaffolds. Incumbent is subject to all hazards inherent in the physical plant and grounds environments, for example: burns, cuts, bruises, sprains, falls, high heat, high humidity, etc.The employee's work area is primarily indoors, in areas which normally have adequate heat, light, and ventilation. Exposure to vibration from equipment and to skin irritations from strong cleaning solutions used in the performance of duties. Care is required to avoid serious injuries when working with chemicals and powered equipment. Education Additional Information This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process. 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. Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.