Laborer NA-02.

Obsolete Site; Joint Base Lewis-McChord (WA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Obsolete Site on Joint Base Lewis‑McChord in the United States is seeking a laborer to support groundskeeping, facility cleaning, and general maint enance. Responsibilities include mowing, landscaping, loading supplies, and operating basic cleaning equipment.

The role requires a minimum laboring background, ability to handle tools and heavy objects, and willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. Background checks and on-base access may be required.

Qualifications

• Three (3) month of laboring experience required.
• Ability to use, control and clean tools and power equipment used, and ability to follow oral and/or written instructions involving duties with several distinct tasks or steps without constant supervisor of each task assigned.
• A copy of all documents must be submitted at the time of application.

Responsibilities

• Mows grass, lays sod, weeds flowerbeds, trims and edges walkways and lawns.
• Loads and unloads conveyances; move materials using wheelbarrows, hand trucks or dollies; stacks and arranges supplies; collect refuse and recyclable materials.
• Cleans rugs and drapes. Cleans, waxes and polishes floors using heavy industrial-powered equipment.
• Power wash, clean, sweep, mop, vacuum, strip and polish assigned areas using light and heavy-duty powered equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Laboring experience

Power tools

Follow instructions

Tools

Power equipment

Job description

• Mows grass, lays sod, weeds flowerbeds, trims and edges walkways and lawns. Prunes shrubs and trees; applies fertilizer, waters plants, cleans out drainage ditches, shovels snow from walks and driveways. Move heavy furniture.
• Loads and unloads conveyances; move materials using wheelbarrows, hand trucks or dollies; stacks and arranges supplies; collect refuse and recyclable materials. Performs routine maintenance on equipment. Maintains stockroom and cleaning supplies.
• Cleans rugs and drapes. Cleans, waxes and polishes floors using heavy industrial-powered equipment. Adjusts, cleans, oils and changes attachments on machines. Washes and replaces room fixtures using ladders and scaffolds.
• Power wash, clean, sweep, mop, vacuum, strip and polish assigned areas using light and heavy‑duty powered equipment. Empties trash. Disinfect toilets. Wash walls, windows, blinds and ceiling fans using ladders, scaffolds, and safety belt.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Duties

• Mows grass, lays sod, weeds flowerbeds, trims and edges walkways and lawns. Prunes shrubs and trees; applies fertilizer, waters plants, cleans out drainage ditches, shovels snow from walks and driveways. Move heavy furniture.
• Loads and unloads conveyances; move materials using wheelbarrows, hand trucks or dollies; stacks and arranges supplies; collect refuse and recyclable materials. Performs routine maintenance on equipment. Maintains stockroom and cleaning supplies.
• Cleans rugs and drapes. Cleans, waxes and polishes floors using heavy industrial-powered equipment. Adjusts, cleans, oils and changes attachments on machines. Washes and replaces room fixtures using ladders and scaffolds.
• Power wash, clean, sweep, mop, vacuum, strip and polish assigned areas using light and heavy‑duty powered equipment. Empties trash. Disinfect toilets. Wash walls, windows, blinds and ceiling fans using ladders, scaffolds, and safety belt.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
• Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
• A one‑year probationary period may be required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E‑Verify) check.
• Must be able to frequently lift and carry moderate to heavy objects up to 50 pounds.
• Must also be able to actively bend, stoop, stand, reach, and work in awkward positions.
• Must able to work Nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Satisfactory completion of pre‑employment background checks in accordance with AR 215‑3, para 2.
• Incumbent may also be required to complete a Tier 1 background investigation for a Common Access Card for physical access to federally‑controlled facilities.
• Must be able to frequently lift and carry moderate to heavy objects up to 50 pounds.
• Must also be able to actively bend, stoop, stand, reach, and work in awkward positions.
• A health assessment and physical are required.
• Must be able to work a schedule that may include nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.

A Qualified Candidate Must Possess The Following

Three (3) month of laboring experience required. Must have the ability use, control and clean tools and power equipment used, and ability to follow oral and/or written instructions involving duties with several distinct tasks or steps without constant supervisor of each task assigned.

NOTE: The above minimum qualifications must be described within the duties of previous work experience listed on the applicant's resume and/or supporting documents. A copy of all documents must be submitted at the time of application.

Education

This position does not have an education requirement.

Area of Consideration

• This job is open to candidates who are worldwide (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)

PCS Costs

• Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.

Allowances and Differentials

• This job falls under the Federal Wage Schedule (FWS) pay system. FWS employees earn overtime pay for working more than 8 hours in a day or more than 40 hours in a week -- whichever gives the employee more benefit. Regular full‑time, regular part‑time, and regularly scheduled flexible employees may receive Sunday premium pay for working on Sundays. Employees may also be eligible to receive extra pay if the majority of their scheduled hours falls after 3:00 PM.
• Non‑foreign overseas allowances, cost of living (COLA), and differentials will not be paid, contingent upon eligibility.

Important Information Regarding Access to Certain Federal Facilities

• Access to certain federal facilities may require a REAL ID‑compliant driver's license/ID (marked with a star) or an Enhanced Driver's License (EDL) from WA, MI, MN, NY, or VT. See

Your Application may be Considered for Multiple Opportunities

• After you apply, your application remains valid for 90 days and may be referred to hiring officials as new vacancies arise. Additional referrals may occur for up to 90 days after the closing date.

Termination of Spouse Employment Preference

• Refusal of a military spouse to participate in established recruitment procedures for a Regular Full‑Time (RFT) or Regular Part‑Time (RPT) position (for example, interview, and so forth) is considered a declination of employment and is a basis for termination of Spouse Employment Preference (SEP) entitlement for the current Permanent Change of Station (PCS) of the sponsor.

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