Summary
This position is in the Edelweiss Lodge and Resort, an AFRC Facility in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bavarian Alps, Germany.
Performs general cleaning tasks in rooms, corridors, and common areas, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and polishing. Cleans & disinfects bathrooms, empties trash, changes linens, and washes surfaces like windows and walls. Replenishes toiletries and room supplies and reports maintenance issues. Maintains stock of cleaning materials and room amenities.
Duties
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS:
Works under the supervision of the Executive Housekeeper or higher-level supervisor who issues instructions on work sequences, procedures, methods, and deadlines. Works under general supervision. The supervisor can provide information or decisions regarding problems that may arise during work. Work operations are reviewed for status, progress, quality, and guest satisfaction.
MAJOR DUTIES:
Cleans rooms, corridors, stairways, and common areas. Sweeps, mops, vacuums, scrubs, strips, and polishes using brooms, mops, and lightweight equipment such as vacuum cleaners, lightweight floor scrubbers, waxers, and buffers. Dusts, waxes, and polishes furniture and fixtures. Cleans, disinfects and deodorizes bathroom and toilet facilities. Empties trash. Make beds and change linens. Washes mirrors, walls, windows, and blinds. Provides and replenishes toiletries and room condiments. Note the condition of the room and report any conditions requiring maintenance or repair. Maintains the stock of rooms, cleaning supplies, and condiments to perform assigned duties.
SKILL AND KNOWLEDGE:
Must have the ability to follow instructions and read signs. Must have a basic knowledge of common cleaning solvents, cleaning tools, and equipment. Must be able to remove different kinds of stains from various surfaces. Must be able to troubleshoot, make adjustments, and perform minor equipment repairs and maintenance.
RESPONSIBILITY:
Supervisors or leaders assign tasks, and incumbents accomplish assigned work. Work is reviewed in progress and upon completion for production, quality, appearance, and overall guest satisfaction.
PHYSICAL EFFORT:
Required standing and walking on hard and carpeted surfaces with some bending, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling of items or carts weighing up to 20 pounds.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is usually performed indoors in areas that have adequate heat, light, and ventilation. Workers are exposed to dirt and disagreeable odors and to skin irritations from cleaning solutions. Care is required to avoid injury when moving furniture and using powered equipment.
How to Apply
You may submit your application package using one of the two methods identified below:
Electronically (preferred) at https://www.usajobs.gov/ and search for Vacancy Identification Number (VIN)
Manually: A manual application can be obtained by contacting the servicing NAF Human Resources Office listed in this vacancy announcement. All application requirements must be met by 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date of this vacancy.
If you want to apply manually, please contact the servicing NAF Human Resources (HRO) listed on this job announcement to request a copy of the manual application form.
To process your application promptly, all completed manual application forms (along with your resume and other supporting documentation) must be received by 3 p.m. on the closing date of this announcement.
Neglecting to respond to the job-related questions will result in an ineligible rating.
Next steps
Your application will be considered as vacancies occur.