Laundry Machine Operator (Custodial) NA-03 Job in Grafenwohr, Germany

Vacancy No. O5NAFJJ-24-12435475 Department Army Installation Management Command
Salary $18.09 to $21.11 Grade 3 to 3
Perm/Temp Temporary FT/PT Part-time
Open Date 6/6/2024 Close Date 7/10/2024
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Grafenwohr, Germany


Job Description (Please follow all instructions carefully)

Summary

This position is located at Tower Barracks Army Lodging in Grafenwoehr/Germany.

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This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation. Open to US Citizens and Non-US Citizens of a NATO Country (except Germany) are eligible for employment under US conditions within the commuting area of Grafenwoehr. The surrounding/commuting area is within approximately 100 miles and includes the communities of Ansbach, Hohenfels, and Vilseck.

Duties

  • Operates commercial laundry machines to wash bulk laundry items. Loads and unloads items into and out of washing machines and dryers. Ensures proper sort, loading capacity, cleaning solvents and correct settings for operation of machinery.
  • Cleans rooms, corridors, stairways and other areas. Sweeps, mops, vacuums, scrubs, strips and polishes using light and heavy duty powered equipment. Operated industrial equipment to clean rugs, drapes, etc.
  • Perform routine maintenance of equipment. Cleans, disinfects and deodorizes toilet facilities. Cleans and dusts assigned areas. Empties trash.
  • Washes walls, windows, blinds and ceiling fixtures using ladders, scaffolds and safety belt. Moves heavy furniture, Maintains stock of room and cleaning supplies to perform assigned duties.

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.
  • Must be able to work rotating shift to included evenings, weekends and holidays
  • Must meet physical requirement of position such as walking on hard surfaces with some bending, lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling of items or carts up to and occasionally over 50 pounds.
  • Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2. Incumbent is required to complete a Tier 1 background investigation for a Common Access Card for physical access to federally-controlled facilities.

Qualifications

Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision.
Ability to maintain tools and equipment.
Ability to keep areas neat and clean and in order.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
Must have knowledge of loading capacities of laundry machines.
Must be able to troubleshoot, make adjustment, and perform minor maintenance of equipment.
Must have the ability to follow instructions and read signs.
Must have basic knowledge of common cleaning solvents, cleaning tools, and equipment.

Education

This position does not have an education requirement.

Additional information

Area of Consideration:

  • The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is within the commuting area of Grafenwoehr. The surrounding/commuting area is within approximately 100 miles and includes the communities of Ansbach, Hohenfels, and Vilseck (Military Spouse Preference (MSP), Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) and Family Member Preference eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)
Manual Applications:
  • If you are unable to apply online, you may submit your application package using a manual application method. Please contact the NAF Human Resources Office or representative listed on this job announcement to request a copy of the manual application form. All completed manual application forms (along with resume and other supporting documentation) must be received no later than 3 pm on07/10/2024 in order to process your application in a timely manner. Please note that neglecting to respond to the job-related questions may result in an ineligible rating.
PCS Costs
  • Payment Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
FWS Allowances and Differentials
  • This is a federal wage schedule (FWS) position.
  • All FWS employees are entitled to overtime work for work in excess of 8 hours in a day or in excess of 40 hours in the administrative workweek, whichever provides the greater benefit to the employee.
Foreign Overseas Allowances
  • Employment Overseas provides a lot of additional benefits & entitlements, for information please contact Grafenwoehr NAF HR Office at usarmy.bavaria.hqda-cpac.mbx.naf@army.mil.
  • Applicants must comply with the Exceptional Family Member Program, for information click here.
Please check out our Applicant Information Kit: Other:
  • Information may be requested regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols. For more information, visit https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/faq/vaccinations/
  • Applications are valid for 90 days after submission date. The first cut off date is 11 June 2024 and a referral list with qualified applicants will be forwarded to management for consideration. Applicants will be referred to selecting officials as additional vacancies occur.
U.S. citizens overseas under ordinarily resident status are not eligible for appointment under the Status of Forces Agreement. In NATO countries, employment under U.S. conditions is restricted by the NATO SOFA to individuals who are nationals of a NATO country. These individuals may not be employed under U.S. employment conditions in the country of their citizenship.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Applicants can claim the following eligibilities:

  • NAF Preference - Family Member Preference (OCONUS ONLY)
  • NAF Preference - Involuntarily Separated From the Military
  • NAF Preference - Spouse Employment Preference (SEP)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Business Based Action
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Current Appropriated Funds Employee CNE (APF)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Current/Former NAF Employee (CNE/FNE)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Parent of a Veteran (OAV)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Spouse/Widow(er) of a Veteran (OAV)


Your questionnaire responses will be verified against the information submitted in your application. If multiple resumes are submitted, only the most recent will be reviewed (verified by time stamp).Referral lists are based on the qualifications stated in the job announcement.

Your qualifications MUST be fully described in your resume.
In describing your experience, be clear and specific.

NO ASSUMPTIONS WILL BE MADE REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.

Required Documents

The following documents must be submitted with your application:

  • Resume



The below items are accepted and may be needed to support a qualification and/or a claimed priority/preference:
  • Cover Letter
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • PCS Orders
  • Resume
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action

How to Apply

You may submit your application package using one of the two methods identified below:

  1. Electronically (preferred) at https://www.usajobs.gov/ and search for Vacancy Number (VIN): 12435475. Announcement closes at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the closing date listed on this announcement.
  2. Manually: Please refer to the "Additional Information" section of this announcement for instructions.

Agency contact information

Grafenwoehr NAF HR Office

Address

JJ-NAF-W6FMAA USAG BAVARIA
DO NOT MAIL
APO, AE 09114
US
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Next steps

Your resume will be reviewed to verify that qualification requirements have been met. We appreciate your interest in this position!


Note: We cannot accept applications on behalf of Federal Agencies. Application instructions are listed within the Job Description.