Custodial Worker

U.S. Air Forces, Europe; Ramstein-Miesenbach; On-site; EUR 18,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Air Forces, Europe is seeking personnel to perform a range of simple cleaning tasks in Ramstein Lodging at Ramstein AB, Germany.

The role involves physically demanding duties, including lifting and moving heavy loads, and requires the ability to follow multi-step instructions in a lodging environment. Ideal candidates will have experience with cleaning and sanitizing solutions and operation of powered cleaning equipment, and will be able to stand, bend, and reach for extended periods.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in the proper use of cleaning and sanitizing solutions.
• Must be able to clean and adjust powered cleaning equipment.
• Must be able to perform the full range of cleaning duties.
• Must be able to follow oral and/or written instructions involving several tasks or steps.
• Must be physically able to frequently move and control heavy equipment (over 100 pounds).
• Must be able to occasionally lift and carry objects weighing 50 pounds or more.
• Must be able to stand, bend, stoop, and reach for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of simple cleaning tasks associated with lodging operations.
• Maintain cleanliness of lodging facilities and related areas as required.

Skills

Cleaning experience

Use of cleaning solutions

Operate cleaning equipment

Instruction following

Physical stamina

Heavy lifting

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

About the position:

This position is located at Ramstein Lodging, Ramstein AB, Germany. The function of the organization is to provide lodging to transient personnel and their families. May offer logistical support. The purpose of this position is to perform a variety of simple cleaning tasks associated with lodging operations. Moderately heavy physical effort is required. The incumbent must frequently lift and move objects weighing 40 pounds, and occasionally objects weighing over 50 pounds.

Who May Apply:

Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 01/22/2027 The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is U.S. Citizens and legal U.S. residents in Germany. In accordance with the Status of Forces Agreement between Germany and the U.S., you must be a U.S. citizen or citizen of a NATO country with a U.S. permanent resident card in order to be eligible for NAF employment. Citizens of Germany (including dual citizenship if Germany is one of the countries) as well as "ordinarily resident" US citizens are not eligible for NAF employment per SOFA agreement. If not already in the commuting area, must be able to verify the ability to arrive before a firm job offer can be sent. Business Based Action Family Member Preference Military Spouse Preference Outside Applicant Veteran Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Qualifying Experience: Must have experience in the proper use of cleaning and sanitizing solutions. Must be able to clean and make adjustments to powered cleaning equipment. Must be able to perform the full range of cleaning duties. Must be able to follow oral and/or written instructions involving duties with several distinct tasks or steps. Must be physically able to frequently move and control heavy equipment, including pushing carts, weighing more than 100 pounds, loaded with dirty laundry or wastepaper. Must be physically able to occasionally lift and carry objects weighing 50 pounds or more. Must be able to continuously stand, bend, stoop, and reach for long periods of time.