Housekeeping Aid - Environmental Services Technician

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is hiring a Housekeeping Aid - Environmental Services Technician in Lexington, Kentucky. The role involves performing various manual cleaning tasks and operating powered cleaning equipment to maintain facility cleanliness.

Applicants should have experience in cleaning, possess strong dexterity, and be able to work multiple shifts, including nights and weekends. Ideal candidates will demonstrate their cleaning experience and understanding of safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate training or experience in cleaning tasks.
• Ability to work multiple shifts, including nights and weekends.
• Experience handling cleaning chemicals safely.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual cleaning tasks including sweeping, mopping, and scrubbing.
• Operate various powered cleaning equipment for facility maintenance.
• Check and replenish consumable supplies during cleaning.

Skills

Experience in manual cleaning tasks

Ability to operate cleaning equipment

Knowledge of cleaning chemicals

Dexterity and coordination

Tools

Powered cleaning equipment

Job description

Summary

The Housekeeping Aid - Environmental Services Technician performs the full range of manual cleaning tasks (e.g., sweeping, dust mopping, mopping, scrubbing, polishing, dusting, sanitizing, decontaminating and disinfecting) relevant to the facility you are assigned.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must demonstrate training or experience of sufficient scope and quality. Evidence must include detailed descriptions on your resume. Applicants will be evaluated against the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards and a screen‑out element. Those who do not meet the minimum acceptable qualification are eliminated. Qualified applicants may receive credit for paid, unpaid, or volunteer experience (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps, community service). All qualifying experience will be considered; part‑time experience will be credited based on time spent. Candidates should clearly indicate duties, responsibilities, and hours for each position.

Duties

• Operate powered cleaning equipment, including buffing and polishing machines, floor stripping units, canister and upright vacuum cleaners, wet/dry vacuums, pressure washers, steam cleaners, spray cleaners, electric and battery‑operated burnishers, automatic scrubbers, carpet shampooing equipment, and other powered tools.
• Clean rooms, areas, furniture, and equipment using appropriate cleaning chemicals (sanitizers, disinfectants, deodorizers, neutralizers, acidic, alkaline and neutral cleaners, floor strippers, floor finishes, metal polishes) in accordance with label directions.
• Make beds, change linens, collect soiled linens, transport, repackage, dispose and store general waste, regulated medical waste, chemotherapeutic waste, and radioactive waste, and deliver clean linens and supplies.
• Check and replenish consumable supplies such as soap, hand towels, toilet tissue, bottled water, latex gloves, etc., during cleaning and servicing of rooms and areas.
• Transport, repackage, dispose of and store sharps; replace filled sharps containers when necessary.
• Maintain multiple work shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays as discussed during interviews.

Work Schedule

Multiple shifts: days, nights, weekends, and holidays. Shift availability will be discussed during interviews.

Position Description Title / Physical Requirements

The position demands continuous walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, pulling, and pushing. Occasional use of heavy powered cleaning equipment (e.g., wall washers, industrial buffers) weighing over 50 pounds is required. Duties require considerable dexterity, hand‑foot‑eye coordination, concentration, and visual acuity to see dirt, dust, and debris.